states: [china]
category: mixed
year: 1987
location: Spanning the cities of Tai’an and Jinan in central Shandong Province with the main peak in the city of Tai’an
region: Asia and the Pacific
latitude/longitude: 36.2666700000, 117.1000000000
last visited: 2018
unesco id: 437
world heritage site: 437
Mount Taishan, a UNESCO World Heritage site in China, is a sacred peak revered for over 3,000 years as a site of imperial worship and cultural significance. Its rugged slopes, dotted with ancient temples, stone inscriptions, and stairways, reflect its role as a spiritual and artistic hub in Chinese history. Recognized for its natural and cultural value, it stands as a symbol of harmony between humanity and nature.