Shimenjian Scenic Area
The earliest waterfall recorded in Lushan's historical annals is the Shimenjian Waterfall. As early as over 2,000 years ago,…
Shimenjian Scenic Area, Lushan Mountain (Mount Lu)
Key facts
- Admission
- ¥52
- Opening hours
- 7：00—18：00
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Guidebook rating
- 4 / 5
From China Self Guided Travel 2025, page 1452. Open in Google Maps
About Shimenjian Scenic Area
The earliest waterfall recorded in Lushan's historical annals is the Shimenjian Waterfall. As early as over 2,000 years ago, Ban Gu's *Treatise on Geography* in the *Book of the Later Han* recorded: “To the southwest of Lushan stand twin gate-towers, sheer cliffs rising more than a thousand *ren* high, and a waterfall flows there.”
Shimenjian faces the cliffs across the ravine, forming towering gates and walls. At its narrowest point, the “Little Stone Gate,” only a crack separates the two cliffs, so visitors must turn sideways to pass through the “gate.”
In the glen, high cliffs pour out waterfalls, and deep valleys collect water into pools. Submerged jagged rocks and towering boulders standing in the stream are arranged along the gorge to form “stone platforms.” The largest smooth boulder can seat dozens of people, and the characters “Shimenjian” are carved on it. Beyond the big boulder, the gorge grows steeper and narrower, like swords thrust into the sky, each peak vying for beauty. In this great fault, Mast Peak and Tongzi Cliff rise straight from the ravine floor, standing just a short distance apart, surrounded by a cluster of peaks.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Shimenjian Scenic Area cost?
Admission to Shimenjian Scenic Area is ¥52, as listed in the 2025 guidebook. Prices can change; check the official channel before you go.
What are the opening hours of Shimenjian Scenic Area?
Shimenjian Scenic Area is open 7：00—18：00.
How long should I spend at Shimenjian Scenic Area?
Plan on 2–3 hours for Shimenjian Scenic Area.
Where is Shimenjian Scenic Area?
Shimenjian Scenic Area is in Lushan Mountain (Mount Lu), Jiangxi Province, in the East China of China.
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