Jade Emperor Peak

(chinadaily.com.cn)

Jade Emperor Peak is the summit of Mount Tai. In Chinese mythology, the Jade Emperor is the most powerful god in the heavens.

Jade Emperor Peak
Jade Emperor Peak. [File photo]

Jade Emperor Peak is 1545 meters above sea level, offering tourists a breathtaking bird's eye view of the entire city of Tai'an.

Jade Emperor Temple, which was built in honor of the Jade Emperor of Taoism, is here. There is a big stone in the middle of the yard in front of the temple, with is engraved: "The Summit of Mount Tai 1545 meters".

The height of Jade Emperor Peak is 1532.7 meters. It's a perfect place to appreciate sunsets, clouds and the golden belt of the Yellow River.

 

By Ji Yuan