Shennongjia: Forests That Change With Height
In western Hubei, Shennongjia’s forests, mountain habitats and golden snub-nosed monkeys introduce a landscape of exceptional biological diversity.
Shennongjia’s mountains and forests occupy western Hubei. The administrative district, nature reserves and World Heritage property have different boundaries. The heritage property includes the Shennongding–Badong and Laojunshan components and is valued for its biological diversity. Its name carries a tradition of Shennong gathering plants, alongside a separate history of botanical research.
In western Hubei, Shennongjia’s forests, mountain habitats and golden snub-nosed monkeys introduce a landscape of exceptional biological diversity.