Jiuyi Mountains
| Jiuyi Range | |
|---|---|
| 九嶷山 | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 1,959 m (6,427 ft) |
| Coordinates | 25°25′15″N 113°2′49″E / 25.42083°N 113.04694°E / 25.42083; 113.04694 |
| Geography | |
| Location | Hunan, China |
| Parent range | Mengzhu Mountains, Nanling Range |
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The Jiuyi Mountains (Chinese: 九嶷山 Jiuyi Shan) are a mountain range in Hunan province, China. They are located in the Yongzhou, Ningyuan and Lanshan region, bordering Guangdong province.[1] They are part of the Mengzhu Mountains of the Nanling Range.
These mountains are reputed to be the burial place of Emperor Shun in ancient Chinese tradition.[2][3]
It is traditionally inhabited by the Yao people. Autonomous counties include: Daqiao Yao Ethnic Township
References
- ^ Wikimapia
- ^ Floating on the Canglang River
- ^ Emperor Shun
