Hunan province is located in south China and borders with Jiangxi to the east, Guangdong to the southeast, Guizhou and Guangxi to the west and to the north, the Yangtze region. Many travellers pass through Hunan to reach places like Guilin and Yangshou or simply just ignore it altogether as they take the Yangtze River cruise. But Hunan is a place not to be missed for its famous nature reserve, Wulingyuan, a UNESCO world heritage site. The site obtained its status in 1992. The nature reserve spans a total of over 26,000 ha dominated by some 3,100 sandstone and quartzite pillars rising over 200m above the surrounding landscape. These tall and proud ancient pillars are often wrapped in the mists that envelope the area. Between the pillars are numerous ravines and gorges, many with attractive streams, pools and waterfalls. There are two natural bridges at the reserve, including one of the highest in the world, rising some 360m above the valley floor. The area is great for treking, whitewater rafting, photography or just simply to relax.