sai1 ciu4 saan1西樵山
Jyutpingsai1 ciu4 saan1
Yalesāi chìuh sāan
Definition
Xiqiao Mountain, a scenic mountain located in Foshan, Guangdong, China.
colloquialplacestravel
How it's used
Locals often refer to this site as a popular weekend getaway for hiking and sightseeing. It is frequently associated with the Southern Shaolin martial arts tradition, which adds a layer of cultural significance beyond just being a scenic spot. When discussing travel plans, it is common to pair the name with verbs like 去 or 玩.
Examples
We are going to Xiqiao Mountain to hang out next week.
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