The Zhangjiajie National Forest Park is a unique national forest located in Zhangjiajie City in northern Hunan Province. It has an area of 72,000 acres. This tourist attraction opens to the outside at the beginning of the 1980’s. In 1988 it was recognized as China''s first National Forest Park. In 1992, it was officially recognized as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site.

97% of the park is covered with plants which have 98 families, 517 species, over twice the total in Europe. Its main scenic spots include Golden Whip Stream, Huangshi Fort and so on. Both sides of Golden Whip Stream stand grotesque peaks and are covered with old trees and vines. The stream, like colorful ribbons, flows through valleys. The unique geographical features make it a popular tourist site for both visitors all over the world.