“Mountains gain fame when touched by immortals.” Since ancient times, Kongtong Mountain has been a sacred site where emperors sought wisdom — legend has it that the Yellow Emperor once consulted the sage Guangchengzi here, and Qin Shi Huang and Emperor Wu of Han also visited the mountain.
Beyond its deep historical and cultural significance, Kongtong Mountain is renowned for its stunning Danxia landforms: towering cliffs, mysterious caves, and breathtaking scenery, earning it the title “Marvel of the Western Frontier.”