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The Jianmen Shu Road In the southwest corner of China, there's an ancient road that has wound its way through the landscape for thousands of years—the Jianmen Shu Road. Like a giant dragon, it lies between the Qinling and Bashan mountains, whispering tales of time and history. Stepping onto the Jianmen Shu Road is like stepping back in time to an era of warriors and chariots. During the Three Kingdoms period, Zhuge Liang built a gate here, fortifying it against invaders. This became Jianmen Pass, a place where "one man could hold the pass against ten thousand." It was, and still is, a strategic military location. Standing on the gate tower, you can almost see Jiang Wei leading the Shu army, defending against the Wei. The battle cries and swirling dust seem to come alive. Following the ancient road, the ancient cypresses of Cuiyun Corridor are breathtaking. Thousands of these trees, their branches reaching for the sky, create a dense canopy. Like loyal guards, they have protected this ancient road for millennia. Some of these cypresses are over a thousand years old, having witnessed countless dynasties rise and fall. They are living fossils, silently narrating the glories of the past. The natural scenery of the Jianmen Shu Road is magnificent. Here, peaks rise one after another, cliffs scrape the clouds, and the landscape is both grand and varied. Mingyue Gorge, with its "flying bridge over the precipice," features a deep canyon and rushing river, showcasing the wonders of nature. Fule Mountain, adorned with flowers in all seasons, adds a touch of romance to this ancient road, making it seem like a fairyland. Beyond its natural beauty and historical sites, the Jianmen Shu Road is also rich in culture. Li Bai's poem, "The Difficulty of Shu Road," made the Jianmen Shu Road famous throughout the land. The lines "The towering Jianmen Pass, steep and high, one man can hold the pass against ten thousand," vividly depict the perilous terrain and have sparked the imaginations of countless people, drawing them to this mysterious land. The Jianmen Shu Road is more than just a route connecting Sichuan and Shaanxi. It's a rich tapestry woven with thousands of years of history and culture, waiting to be explored, savored, and experienced.
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Posted: Mar 16, 2025
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