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Jiufeng Mountain Natural Reserve

A scene captured at Jiufeng Mountain (literally meaning "nine peaks") in Baotou, Inner Mongolia autonomous region [Photo/baotou.gov.cn]

As a part of Chilechuan scenic spot, the Jiufeng Mountain Natural Reserve was given a national 4A rating in March 2016.

Located in the central part of Yinshan Mountain ranges, the Jiufeng Mountain Natural Reserve has a total area of more than 460 square meters. Jiufeng Mountain is famed for its nine connected peaks – East Jiufeng, West Jiufeng, Daxiliang, Ganlin Back, Sheep Back Mountain, Meidai Gully, Shuijian Gully and Xiangguipu Gully. These peaks gradually increase in height with the ninth mountain with a height of 2,338 meters, known as "little Mount Tai".