Bei Hengshan used to be regarded as the final barrier between China and the barbarian tribes from the north. Today, it's most forgotten and overtaken by other more popular sacred mountain. Its isolation, quietness and loneliness are exactly the charm of this ancient mountain.
The Heng Zong Monastery dates from the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). There are so many magnificent halls and temples on this mountain, you probably will need to spend two days here to thoroughly go through them.
Do ascend to the summit to experience its space and massiveness. It's a great place for meditation.
