Camping and hot springs at Chongqing's Jinfo Mountain

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Jinfo Mountain, in southwest China's Chongqing, is a large scenic spot honored with seven titles: World Natural Heritage, National Famous Scenic Area, National Forest Park, National Nature Reserve, National Natural Heritage, First Batch of National Science Education Base and National 5A Level Scenic Area.

The scenic area boasts rare stones, mysterious caves, adventurous cliffs, and historic temples.

The average temperature is 20 degrees Celsius during the summer, making it a perfect place for a summer escape. There is also a natural hot spring, which contains rich minerals for spa treatments. Camping is also one of the more popular activities at Jinfo Mountain.

A stream winds through rocks at Jinfo Mountain in Chongqing. /CD Photo

A walkway circles the interior of a cave at Jinfo Mountain in Chongqing. /CD Photo

A walkway crosses a vertical cliff at Jinfo Mountain in Chongqing. /CD Photo

Lush green vegetation and steep mountains enhance the scenery at Jinfo Mountain in Chongqing. /CD Photo

Tourists catch fish and crab at the Jinfo Mountain Scenic Area in Chongqing. /CD Photo

Tourists play in the hot spring surfing pool at the Jinfo Mountain Scenic Area in Chongqing. /CD Photo

The 2018 Jinfo Mountain Waterfront Camping Music Season is underway at the Jinfo Mountain Scenic Area and will last until Sept 1. During the event, visitors can participate in various activities, such as music contests, fish and crab battles, a hot spring party, water pistol fights and rock climbing.

Source(s): China Daily