The movie of “Avatar“, directed by James Cameron, surprised viewers with its images, visuals and its incredible blue characters. But specifically, what caught the most attention was Pandora’s planeta magical, surprising and unique place, which was inspired by China’s first national park.
He Zhangjiajie National Forest Parklocated in the north of Hunan province, was established as a national park in 1982it was consecrated as World Heritage of the UNESCO in 1992 and received the status of Global Geopark in 2001.
Formed a few years ago 400 million yearsthe park has more than 3,000 rock pillars and spikeswhich generate a visual and fascinating spectacle about nature, which generate the same fantasy feeling who produces the film. Both for those who saw it and for those who did not, without a doubt this space is a source of unmissable magic.
Observe the landscapes and mountains of Zhangjiajieis a journey to a world that seems from another planet. Today it has glass bottom bridges, food court with a McDonald’s, lifts in the mountains and also fascinating lakes, waterfalls and caves.
What characteristics make this place unique?
He Zhangjiajie National Forest Park It is notable for its unique peaks and pillar-like rock formations that can be seen throughout the park, in an area of more than 4,810 hectares and with several scenic spots: Yuanjiajie, Tianzi Mountain, Yangjiajie, Golden Whip Stream Trail, among others.
The popularity and viralization of the film “Avatar“, was a factor that tourism increased in a space that was already highly used, so they recommend going with time and patience to wait for the long lines of the viewpoints, elevators and services.
He geopark has the Bailong elevatorthe external elevator highest in the world with an elevation of 326 meterscarries 50 people and is built on a cliff and has glass walls that offer visitors a stunning and panoramic view of the place.
Key points of inspiration for Avatar
The entire park is a source of creativity, inspiration and fascination, but the scenic spot Yuanjiajie dazzles for being the promoter of the floating rocks of the movie. With the “South Column” of 150 meters highthis space was officially renamed “Avatar Hallelujah Mountain“and allows you to observe the peaks and the beauty of nature.
Another point that reminds us of the planet of Pandora is the area of Tianzishan of the Tianzi Mountainwhich allows, through a cable car trip, to observe the top of the peaks that with their characteristic fog complement the feeling of mystery and authenticity of the space.
Yes ok the world of avatar focuses on a space of fantasy and fiction, the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park It is an experience that allows you to know, feel and be dazzled by the world of Pandora in real life.
Source: Ambito
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