1 Day in Chaoyang: Fossils to Phoenix Peaks

by Aurora

May 8, 2024 · 1 min read

Embark on a thrilling one-day adventure in Chaoyang, where history and natural beauty collide. Begin your journey at the Chaoyang Bird Fossil National Geological Park, where you'll spend two hours marveling at the well-preserved prehistoric bird fossils that tell a story millions of years old. Located in Longcheng, this park offers a unique glimpse into the past and is a must-see for history buffs and nature enthusiasts alike. After delving into ancient times, shift gears and head to Phoenix Mountain for a four-hour excursion. As you hike through the scenic trails of Lantau Peak, the highest point on Lantau Island, you'll be rewarded with breathtaking views and a sense of tranquility. This day trip promises a blend of education, exercise, and unforgettable memories, all within the span of a single day in Chaoyang.

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Itinerary at a Glance

Day 1

Chaoyang Bird Fossil National Geological Park - Phoenix Mountain

1 Day in Chaoyang Itinerary: Day 1

Chaoyang Bird Fossil National Geological Park

Begin your Chaoyang adventure with a journey back in time at the Chaoyang Bird Fossil National Geological Park. Nestled in Longcheng, this prehistoric treasure trove offers a fascinating glimpse into the avian ancestors that once soared through ancient skies. Spend a couple of hours marveling at the well-preserved fossils that have placed Chaoyang on the map for paleontologists and nature enthusiasts alike. The park's unique geological formations and the rich history encapsulated within its grounds make it an essential stop for anyone visiting the region.

Attraction Info

Longcheng, Chaoyang, Liaoning, China
Suggested tour duration: 2-3 hour
Open from 9:00am-4:00pm

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Phoenix Mountain

After delving into the depths of history, ascend to new heights at Phoenix Mountain. Dominating the skyline, this natural wonder promises an immersive four-hour experience amidst the lush greenery and panoramic views of Lantau Island. Hike the trails, breathe in the fresh mountain air, and let the serene environment rejuvenate your spirit. Phoenix Mountain is not just a scenic escape; it's a testament to the awe-inspiring beauty of Chaoyang's landscape, waiting to be explored.

Attraction Info

Lantau Peak, Lantau Island, Hong Kong
Suggested tour duration: 4-5 hour
Open from 8:00am-5:00pm

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Chaoyang Bird Fossil National Geological Park

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Highlights:

The Chaoyang Bird Fossil National Geological Park is located in the western suburb of Chaoyang City. The park displays fossil specimens of some of the world's most ancient birds as well as a number of flowering plants. There is also a wealth of Mesozoic fossils of ancient life, including a large number of fossil specimens from dinosaurs, reptiles, fish, and plants. Walking through the fossil excavation site, you can observe a whole host of Mesozoic fossils.

Phoenix Mountain can be found just to the east of Chaoyang City, in western Liaoning province. It is bursting with lush forests and peaks. Not only is it a celebrated mountain in western Liaoning but it is also a famous Buddhist shrine. There are a number of natural landscapes to be seen such as the Golden Camel Looking up at the Moon, the Elephant Trunk Hill and the Natural Buddha as well as Buddhist temples such as Tianqing Temple and Yunjie Temple. The area is home to some very interesting natural landscapes. Furthermore, Phoenix Mountain with rich vegetation is also an important habitat for some of the country’s most endangered and rare black storks.

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Highlights:

Niuheliang Hongshan Cultural Site is located at the junction of Lingyuan City and Jianping County. The entire site is placed in the pine forest of 10,000 mu, which is evergreen in winter and summer, with fresh air and elegant environment, and still has the original style. The Niuheliang Hongshan Cultural Site is located on a multi-channel mountain beam extending for more than 10 kilometers in the mountainous area of Western Liaoning. On the rolling hills within a range of 50 square kilometers, altars, goddess temples and stone mounds are regularly distributed. , and they form a large-scale religious sacrifice center. In the well-circumscribed stone tombs, the tombs are divided into several grades with the large tomb as the center, and only jade wares are buried. The main types are realistic and deified animal-shaped jade ornaments such as pig dragons, bear dragons, phoenix birds, turtles, horseshoe-shaped jade hoops that penetrate up and down, and hook cloud-shaped jade pendants decorated with looming patterns as the light changes. The rows of painted pottery cylinders on the stone tomb are all tools used by the tomb owner to communicate with the gods. The Goddess Temple, the Jishi Tomb, and the large earthen platform building site are the representative buildings of the Niuheliang Cultural Site. The three sites are distributed along the north-south axis according to the mountain situation. The three-in-one altar, temple and tomb are large in scale and majestic. They are the high-level sacrificial centers of Hongshan culture. It provides a wealth of material materials for the origin of China's five thousand years of civilization, the activities of representatives such as the Yellow Emperor in ancient times in the north, and the study of religious history, architectural history, and art history.

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