The Carefree Valley

On our second day in Wudan Shan we woke up early to get a jump ahead of other tourist and were welcomed by an amazing sunrise. A great way to start the day.

Arched bridge over carefree lake

With sore legs from the thousands of stairs we climbed visiting Nanyan Palace we decided to visit the Carefree Valley today.

The valley has lots of natural beauty and less temples but well worth checking out the sites

Zig Zag Wooden Walkway

Over the centuries Taoist disciples would visit this valley for meditation or practice their skills.

Morning Stretch. i am lucky to be able to touch my toes.

Arched Bridge

Cobblestone Path

There are lots of hiking trails in the valley and you can even hike all the way up to some of the temples which may take four our more hours depending on your speed.

Small waterfall with stones at the top which you can walk across and continue on the path

Statues of Kung Fu masters are scattered around the valley and lake

Stone bridge leading to Middle Temple

Bridge

Even in Carefree Valley you will find well thought out architure that was made to last for centuries.