Yáoshān

Yaoshan rises at the eastern end of the Funiu Mountains, west of Lushan. Its high ridges and wooded slopes overlook the valley of the Sha River, which carries water eastward toward the Huai. The highest peak in this part of the range is Yuhuangding, while hot springs emerge in the valleys below. Local tradition associates the area with Mozi, the ancient philosopher whose teachings gave rise to the Mohist school.