Mount Laoshan
30 km southeast of Qingdao, China
Description:
The highest mountain on the coast of the country. The height of its highest peak Giant is 1133 meters. There are many legends associated with Mount Laoshan. According to one of them, “supernatural spirits” live on the mountain. The first emperor of the Qing dynasty, Qin Shi Huang, climbed the mountain in search of these very creatures. Li Longji, Emperor of the Tang Dynasty, also climbed this mountain. He was looking for the source of eternal life.
Laoshan is one of the sacred mountains of China. During the heyday of Taoism, there were about 72 monasteries, 8 temples and 9 palaces. However, many temples and monasteries were destroyed. Only Taoist monastery Taiqing has survived to this day.
Another attraction of the mountain is the mineral springs, which are considered the cleanest in all of China. They are often endowed with healing and even magical properties.
At the top of the mountain there is an observation deck, which offers a magnificent view of the surrounding landscapes. You can get to the top on the funicular.