Tourists were left stunned after a troop of monkeys took over a hot spring pool in a mountain resort.
Shocked onlookers said: “They evolved well!”
The macaques were seen excitedly jumping into the water before enjoying a relaxing moment together.
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Tourists filmed from the sidelines as the troop took advantage of the natural pool.
The unlikely encounter was filmed at the Yuntai Mountain Scenic Area, a premier UNESCO Global Geopark in Henan Province, China.
A park spokesperson said it isn’t uncommon for monkeys to flock to the area in cold weather.
For many years, wild macaques have been using the natural pool in the winter, and the scenic park does not interfere.
Officials even set up a heated shelter nearby for the monkeys to warm up after their spa.
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The hot spring pool was upgraded earlier this year with the erection of five stone fingers to make it resemble a hand, as reported by What’s The Jam.
The geopark is famous for its 1.4-billion-year-old geological formations, deep gorges, and high waterfalls.
It is considered a premier national 5A-level tourist attraction.
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The scenic area features several main spots, including Red Stone Gorge, Tanpu Gorge, Quanpu Gorge, Macaque Valley, Zhuyu Peak, Diecai Cave, Wanshan Temple, and Zifang Lake.
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