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The Jinshan Primitive Forest perfectly preserves a subtropical mid-mountain moist evergreen broadleaf forest ecosystem, making it a quintessential area showcasing the pristine beauty of the Ailao Mountain’s ancient woodland landscapes. Towering ancient trees, shaped like coiling dragons and serpents, stretch skyward, their massive trunks cloaked in lush green moss. Interspersed among the towering peaks are cascading streams and thundering waterfalls, while tangled vines weave through dense jungle shrubs. Mosses and ferns blanket rocky cliffs and mountain slopes, highlighting the untouched splendor of this primeval forest. Year-round, the area is shrouded in mist, with an average of 260 foggy days annually—and on most mornings, advection fog lingers for over eight hours, creating a mesmerizing spectacle of moving clouds and mist that seems straight out of the real-life version of "The Wizard of Oz." Meanwhile, the region where Jinshan Primitive Forest lies serves as a vital migratory route for birds across the Ailao Mountains. Notably, the Jinshanyakou Migratory Bird Banding Station has been selected as a pilot site for the national project aimed at establishing model bird banding stations nationwide.
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The Ailao Mountain Tea Horse Ancient Trail, historically known as the Yinan Avenue, dates back to the Tang Dynasty, was officially established during the Yuan Dynasty, flourished throughout the Ming and Qing periods, and began its decline during the Republic of China era. With a history spanning over 1,500 years, this ancient route stretches from Simao (modern-day Pu'er), traversing towering mountains and rugged terrain, winding through vast primeval forests, crossing rivers and streams, and ultimately leading to Kunming. At the time, it served as one of the vital trade routes connecting southwestern Yunnan with inland China—and was also an essential segment of the "Southern Silk Road." Within the scenic area, a well-preserved section of the Tea Horse Ancient Trail spans approximately 8 kilometers. This section was designated as a county-level and then a city-level cultural relic protection site in 2005 and 2013, respectively. Today, visitors can still explore remnants such as the "Horse-Stepping Stone," "Qianjiazhai" village, and the "Iron Smelting Furnace"—all testaments to the trail's once-thriving commerce and rich cultural heritage. These historic sites not only highlight the prosperity of the Tea Horse Trade but also inspire countless legendary tales and folk songs passed down through generations among the mountain villages surrounding the Ailao Mountains.
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Shimen Gorge is a section of Laochang River, a tributary of the Shili River in the Ailao Mountains. It gets its name from the natural stone gates formed where towering cliffs on either side of the canyon face each other. Inside the gorge, the stream flows crystal-clear, while dense forests surround it. At higher elevations, massive trees twist and coil like coiled dragons or serpents, their branches entwined with vines. Lower down, layers of algae, ferns, and moss blanket the rocky walls and mountain cliffs, creating a lush, verdant tapestry.
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