The Jianmen Shu Road Scenic Area became the 10th attraction in Sichuan Province to be rated as a national 5A scenic spot on July 13, according to a new list announced on the website of China National Tourism Administration, scol.com.cn reported.
Jianmen Pass [Photo provided to China.org.cn] |
The scenic area, which consists of the areas of Jianmen Pass and Cuiyun Corridor, is a famous cultural and natural heritage site located in Guangyuan City. It became a national 4A scenic spot in 2010.
Jianmen Pass, a strategically important mountain pass in northern Sichuan in ancient times, is well-known for its steep slopes, beautiful scenery and rich historical relics. It witnessed a number of famous battles during the Three Kingdoms period (Wei, Shu and Wu, AD 220-280).
The 5A grade is the highest national standard for tourist attractions in China.