Jiuyi Mountains
Mountain range in Hunan, China
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Jiuyi Range
Location in China
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The Jiuyi Mountains (Chinese: 九嶷山 Jiuyi Shan) are a mountain range in Hunan province, China. They are located in the Yongzhou, Ningyuan and Lanshan region, bordering Guangdong province.[1] They are part of the Mengzhu Mountains of the Nanling Range.
These mountains are reputed to be the burial place of Emperor Shun in ancient Chinese tradition.[2][3]
It is traditionally inhabited by the Yao people. Autonomous counties include: Daqiao Yao Ethnic Township
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