Shennongjia Nature Reserve
Located in Hubei province, was established in 1982 and was upgraded to be astatelevel nature reserve in the category of forest and wild animals in 1986.
Shennongjia Nature Reserve
Occupying a total area of 70,467 hectares, the reserve represents to us a sight of ancient times with its unique terrain. there are more than 1,000 species of trees, including trees dated back to the 3rd century A.D.. Among the 570 kinds of wild animals, there are also rare albino species. Shennongjia nature reserve was listed as amember of the Word`s Protection Circle of Human and Animals by UNESCO in 1990, and was approved by world wildlife Foundation in 1995 to be the Model of Biodeversity Protection.
The charm of Shiyan is first reflected in its three distinctive world-class(name cards, or iconic features). The Wudang Mountains, a UNESCO World Heritage site and renowned Taoist sanctuary, attract global visitors with their magnificent ancient architectural complex and profound Tai Chi culture.
What is most intriguing to people is that it is said more than 200 people have witnessed uncivilized man in the forest, which adds more mystery to this area.