China - Hua Shan Scenic Area

"HuaShan has long been regarded as the most precipitous mountain in China, edged with sheer granite rock face, rugged cliffs and deep valleys. Its pathway is also one of the most treacherous, winding its way two thousand feet high to a narrow ledge on the rockface. In spite of or perhaps because of this inhospitable landscape, HuaShan is rich in flora and fauna. Taoist knows this as the mountain of wealth, and according to tradition, wealth is measured by the diversity of species living on the land..." 

Source: UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List

Hua Shan at 2154.9m is one of China top 5 mountains. Thanks to Liu Xu of China.