Zhangjiajie china

This vertical pinnacle in China was the inspiration for the floating mountains in the movie “Avatar.”

Tianmen Mountain in Zhangjiajie, China

This scenic destination in China’s Hunan province is known for its 3,000 quartzite sandstone pillars. In ancient times it was considered remote and inaccessible. Apart from being one of the most beautiful natural places in the world, it is now a popular tourist spot, and the pillars are said to be similar to the floating mountains of Pandora in the film ‘Avatar‘. Where to see: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park in the Hunan Province, China Here are some beautiful natural places in the world:

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The ancient Chinese civilization is one of the earliest in the world. That's why visiting the Far East is a must, at least once in your life. There you can experience an entirely different culture and see places that will simply take your breath away. Besides the Great Chinese Wall,…

Thinking of traveling to China? Check out Zhangjiajie National Park where the beautiful Avatar Mountains is located. If you love nature, Zhangjiajie National Park in China is for you!

China’s Amazing Stone Pillars Inspired the ‘Avatar’ Scenery

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