The mythical birthplace of Sun Wukong from Journey to the West. Ride the cable car past monkey-infested crags to the 624m Jade Peak, where cloud seas mimic heavenly realms.

Perched in Lianyungang, Jiangsu Province, Huaguoshan (Flower & Fruit Mountain) is a legendary landscape steeped in both natural splendor and literary fame. Celebrated as the mythical birthplace of Sun Wukong, the Monkey King from Journey to the West, this mountain range weaves together mist-shrouded peaks, ancient forests, and cultural relics into an otherworldly tapestry.

Dominating the skyline, Yunu Peak (Jade Maiden Peak)—Jiangsu’s highest summit at 624.4 meters—offers panoramic views of rolling hills and distant sea. Trails wind through gnarled pine trees and boulders etched with calligraphy, leading to iconic sites like Water Curtain Cave, where legend claims Sun Wukong once ruled his monkey kingdom; its cascading waters and mossy grottoes evoke the novel’s magic. Nearby, the 1,300-year-old Sanyuan Temple (Three Saints Temple) blends Tang Dynasty architecture with serene Buddhist ambiance, its red pillars and stone carvings reflecting centuries of devotion.

Seasonal beauty enhances the allure: peach blossoms paint slopes pink in spring, emerald foliage shimmers under summer sun, and autumn hues ignite the mountainside. Whether exploring mythic caves, admiring cliffside inscriptions, or savoring local "monkey peaches" at mountain teahouses, visitors traverse a realm where literature and nature collide—making Huaguoshan not just a scenic wonder, but a living chapter of Chinese folklore.