Qianjiangyuan National Forest Park
A national forest park in Zhejiang, China.
Qianjiangyuan National Forest Park is a national park located in Kaihua County, Zhejiang, China. It was first categorized as a provincial park in December 1992 and later designated as a national park in August 1999 by the State Forestry Administration. The park covers a total area of 45 square kilometers, situated near the headwaters of the Qiantang River, with Qiandao Lake to the east and Mount Sanqing to the west.
- area
- 45 square kilometers
- land_area
- 42.5 square kilometers
- water_area
- 2.2 square kilometers
- forest_coverage
- 97.55%
- average_temperature
- 16.4 °C
- annual_rainfall
- 1,814 mm
- frost_free_period
- 252 days
Lore & Background
The park was established as a provincial park in December 1992 by the Zhejiang provincial government, and later upgraded to a national park in August 1999 by the State Forestry Administration. It is located in Kaihua County, Zhejiang, and is situated near the headwaters of the Qiantang River, with Qiandao Lake to the east and Mount Sanqing to the west. The park contains over 10 streams and ponds, including the Qixi Reservoir, which was founded in 1981.
Reader's Guide
Qianjiangyuan National Forest Park is significant as a protected area in China, designated at both provincial and national levels. Its high forest coverage of 97.55% supports a diverse range of species, including 58 mammals, 104 birds, and 77 reptiles and amphibians. Among these are nationally protected species such as Elliot's pheasant, hairy-fronted muntjac, and clouded leopard. The park's subtropical monsoon climate, with distinct seasons and ample rainfall, contributes to its rich biodiversity. The Qixi Reservoir offers recreational activities like fishing and boating. The park is known colloquially as 'China's Amazon rainforest,' reflecting its lush environment.
Did You Know?
- The park has a forest coverage rate of 97.55%.
- It is home to 58 species of mammals, 104 species of birds, and 77 species of reptiles and amphibians.
- The Qixi Reservoir within the park was founded in 1981.
- The park is known for its rich biodiversity and pristine subtropical forests.
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