China’s No. 1 Underground River Rafting Attraction: China’s Rare Underground River Cave

1. A rare underground river cave in my country

The Shandong Underground Grand Canyon is located at the foot of Longgang Mountain, Yuandongtou Township, Yishui County, Linyi City, Shandong Province, with a total length of 6,100 meters. It is the longest cave in the north of the Yangtze River, one of the most famous caves in China, and is known as China's first underground drifting cave.

Kaiyuan Cave is located in Yuanquan Town, Boshan District. It was named after the cliff carvings during the Kaiyuan period of the Tang Dynasty. This is a corridor hall cave. The cave is 744.90 meters long, with an average width of 6.15 meters and a maximum width of 30 meters. The average height of the cave is 6.80 meters, with the highest being 30 meters. It is named the first cave in Shandong.

The Yiyuan Cave Group is located in Nanlushan Town, 7 kilometers northwest of Yiyuan County. It has been proven that there are more than 100 large and small caves within a radius of 5 square kilometers, centered on the Yiyuan ape-man site, all developed in thick layers of micrite limestone from the Middle Ordovician. Because of their large number and concentrated distribution, they are called Yiyuan Tumen Cave Group. This is the largest cave group in northern China and is hailed by experts as the first cave group in Jiangbei

The Taishan Rift Valley is the fault zone between Mount Tai and Mount Culai, located in Anshi, East Taishan Province. More than 1,000 meters have been developed, the overall sightseeing length can reach more than 6,000 meters, a 4,000-meter underground river rafting has been created, and the rift valley is hundreds of meters deep.

Qiaoqian Cave Qiaoqian Cave is located in Qiaoqian Village, 7 kilometers away from Boshan City. It is also known as Boshan Cave. Boshan Cave is a fissure cave with more than 1,600 meters developed and more than 1,600 meters remaining to be developed. Stalagmites, stone flowers, goose tubes, curved stones and stalactites are still developing in the cave, which is rare in North China and ranks first in Jiangbei.

Xingshan Cave is located in Xingshan Village, Xutao Town, 10 kilometers south of Mengyin County, Shandong Province. This cave was discovered by Xingshan villagers on January 6, 1994 when they were building houses and quarrying rocks. The cave door exploded from the middle of the cave, with no bottom at both ends, waiting for further development and construction. Now more than 360 meters have been developed. There are holes in the caves, caves in the caves, lakes in the caves, islands in the lakes, strange rocks and greenery, and wonderful scenery.

2. Underground cave scenic spot

Benxi Water Cave

The longest underground water-filled cave in the world

Benxi Water Cave is a national It is an AAAAA-level tourist attraction, a national key scenic spot, and an Asian member unit of the International Tourism Cave Association. It is the longest underground water-filled cave in the world discovered so far. It is known as a room with thousands of peaks and a boat with clear water; the clock should Only in the heavenly realm, this cave is the only one in the world.

Benxi Water Cave is located 35 kilometers northeast of Benxi City, Liaoning Province. It consists of six scenic spots: Water Cave, Hot Spring Temple, Tanggou, Guanmen Mountain, Tiesha Mountain and Temple Back Mountain. It integrates mountains, water, caves, springs, lakes and ancient human cultural sites, and is distributed in a strip along the Taizi River, with a total area of ​​200km2.

The Water Cave Scenic Area is a large limestone water-filled cave formed millions of years ago. The cave is deep and wide, and the underground river currently being developed is 3,000 meters long. The water flow is constant all year round, and the stalactites on the roof and rock walls are well developed. Various forms of rafting tours make people unforgettable. In the Wenquan Temple Scenic Area, the spring water temperature can reach 44°C and the daily flow is 400 tons, which has high medical value. The Miaohoushan ancient cultural site is a cave site from the Early Paleolithic Age in Northeast China. It is of great value to the study of ancient human distribution and paleogeography in Liaodong.

3. The longest underground river cave in the world

The Tongtian Luoxia Cave Underground Forest is adjacent to the Nanling National Forest Park and belongs to the karst landform. It is characterized by the relatively gentle mountains it forms, with an altitude of 600-800 meters. The rocks are strange, bare and have poor water retention. Geologically speaking, Tongtian Luoxia Cave is called a funnel, which was formed when the cave collapsed or surface water flowed into the ground.

4. Karst caves and underground rivers

Beiyang Mountain, also known as

1. In limestone areas, the main component of the stone is calcium carbonate, which can dissolve in water. Over time, groundwater dissolves and erodes the limestone, forming caves and underground rivers. As the water table moves up and down, layers of caves form in different locations in the limestone, and they continue to expand.

2. Crustal movement - Crustal movement will cause some rock layers to uplift. Due to the different amplitudes of the uplift, gaps will be formed between the rock layers at individual locations, that is, underground cavities. This situation is mainly due to the formation of more gaps between strata with obvious differences in softness and hardness.

3. Magma and volcanic activity. When magma and volcanic activity occur, they will push up the rock formations. When the magma activity weakens and recedes, gaps will be left.

: 5. Why can underground rivers be formed in karst caves?

1. JD.COM large cave - the first ancient cave in the world.

It is located on the east side of Heidouyu Village, Pinggu County, Beijing. It was first discovered on JD.COM, hence its name. It was developed about 1.5 billion years ago and is more than 2,500 meters long, including 100 meters of waterway. The tour lasts about 90 minutes and the ticket is 85 yuan. The rocks in JD.COM's large cave are strange. Some cave walls are like floating clouds, and some are like lotus flowers. Outside the cave, there are nearly 20 kinds of novel and unique entertainment projects such as cableways, mountain bikes, and go-karts. Can enjoy.

2. Yu Xue’s youngest cave - No. 1 Cave

Located in Longhe Scenic Area in Chongqing, on the steep rock wall of Longhe Canyon, the 80% stalactites in the cave are as white as snow. It is as pure as jade, hence the name Snow Jade Cave. Here, rare animals (golden pheasant, wild boar, macaque, etc.) are integrated with groups of caves, towering cliffs, waterfalls, hanging coffins, etc. There are long-standing Tujia customs in the surrounding area, forming a unique Longhe culture, which is worth exploring.

3. The longest cave in Shuanghe Cave -

Located in Wenquan Town, Suiyang County, Zunyi City, Guizhou Province, it has been discovered after 30 years of joint scientific research by Chinese and French cave experts. The total length of the Shuanghe Cave Group has been proven to be more than 200 kilometers (some are still under exploration); it is also the longest dolomite cave in the world and is known as the gateway to the center of China. Shuanghe Cave Scenic Area consists of Underground Fissure Scenic Area, Shuanghe River Valley Scenic Area, Shuanghe Crystal Flower Cave, and Shuanghe International Adventure Cave Base Camp.

4. The most beautiful cave in Zhijin Cave -

Zhijin Cave is located in Guanzhai Miao Township, Zhijin County, Bijie City, Guizhou Province. It is 6.6 kilometers long and 175 meters wide at its widest point. The space inside the cave is wide and has three floors: upper, middle and lower. There are more than 40 kinds of accumulations such as stone pillars, stalagmites, stone buds, and bell flags, forming various karst landscapes. The stone peaks are scattered and colorful, and the underground lakes are intertwined; the magnificent karst landscape makes Zhijin Cave majestic.

5. The largest dry cave in Tenglong Cave -

It is located 6 kilometers away from the suburbs of Lichuan City, Hubei Province. The entrance is 74 meters high and 64 meters wide. It consists of Dry Cave, Water Cave, Liangfeng Cave, Duxiang Village, Sanlongmen and Huaxiankeng Scenic Area. Among them, the dry cave is 59.8 kilometers long and is the largest dry cave in Asia; the water in the cave sucks up the Qingjiang River, forming a 23-meter-high waterfall. Flood Cave and Drought Cave are separated by only a wall. There are 5 peaks, 10 halls and more than 10 underground waterfalls in the whole cave.

6. The largest water cave in Dragon Palace

It is located in Xixiu District, Anshun City, Guizhou Province, only 35 kilometers away from Huangguoshu Scenic Area. It is the most comprehensive and concentrated scenic spot with karst landforms, including karst caves. , waterfalls, canyons, peak forests, rivers and other karst geological landscapes are integrated into one. The Dragon Palace Scenic Area has the longest and most beautiful water cave in China (enter the Dragon Palace once or twice), China's karst waterfall (Longmen Falls), and the world's lowest natural radiation dose rate measured by the China Atomic Energy Agency.

7. The most spectacular cave of Yanzi Cave

There are many Yanzi Caves distributed across the country. This is the largest and most spectacular cave in Asia. It is located in Jianshui County, Honghe Hani and Yi Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province. It is praised by Chinese and foreign lava experts. It is named after the millions of swifts that nest in the caves. Every spring and summer, swallows shoot out like arrows, this is the spec

The cave is located 10 meters south of the 58-kilometer main road between Wulingyuan Scenic Area and Cili County in Zhangjiajie City, Hunan Province. About 30 kilometers and 80 meters wide. There are 58 halls, 28 stone corridors, and Wanglong Cave, also known as the Holy Monk Bath, which is indomitable and magnificent. It is hailed by cave experts as a wonderful cave in the world and has extremely high archaeological and tourism value.

9. Shihua Cave - the best cave wonder

Located in Nancheying Village, Hebei Town, Fangshan District, Beijing, it has been discovered for more than 500 years.

It is a seven-story cave with a height difference of about 150 meters. Now the first, second and third and fourth floors are all open to the public, with a tour length of 2,500 meters. The cave is named after the natural stone flowers, which are of various shapes, colors and huge numbers. It is the largest cave in China and once won the title of Best Cave Wonder in China.

6. The longest underground water cave in China is

karst terrain.

Skocjan Caves is located in Slovenia, the birthplace of modern caving. The karst landscapes of Snonia are some of the most fascinating parts of the underworld of our planet. Since 1988, the Skocjan Cave has been included in the UNESCO World Natural and Cultural Heritage List.

Some caves in the Shiktyan cave series are as deep as 230 meters, while others are layered and include stalactites, stalagmites, underground rivers and underground lakes. These caves illustrate the evolution of karst terrain, from which geological terms such as karst and valley are derived. With the Shikokuyan Cave as the center, the Shikokuyan Geopark was established here, and cartoon-like educational manuals and tour manuals, organized wild routes and guide signs were compiled.

Famous attractions in Gypsum Cave include ViewerPoint, CerkvenikBridge, TheSilentCave and ComplaintCave. Among them, the view from the White Concert Hall is the best. It is a large cave with a height of 40 meters and an area of ​​about 3,000 square meters. It looks like a towering palace. The cave has excellent acoustics and can accommodate nearly 10,000 people. At least one cave concert is held here every year.

The Shkozyan Cave is 5000 meters long and includes 4 sloping valleys in the south, Globahak in the west, Shapendor and Lichena in the north, as well as a 2.5-kilometer-long river beach and the Tski Cave in Maho, covering an area of ​​about 2 square kilometers. . Stalactites, stalagmites, underground rivers, underground lakes in Shiktyan Cave. These caves are distributed in layers, showing the magical appearance of karst terrain. It is an important part of the world and provides a valuable data basis for topographic research.

7. What kind of landform is the underground cave?

It is the underground Grand Canyon in Shandong. Located in Linyi, Shandong Province, it has a total length of 6,100 meters. It has a long history of formation. Affected by the local climate and geographical environment in Linyi, a unique karst landform scenic spot has been formed over time, and it is also one of the largest karst caves in China. It can be called a typical and rare grand canyon in Shandong Province, and is also known as the first cave for underground river rafting in China.

This is also a typical natural beauty in the expression of local urban history and culture. In general, the development charm of its canyon is particularly outstanding, so it is a very popular natural landscape in Linyi.

8. The largest underground cave in China

Distribution of karst caves in China:

Karst landforms are widely distributed in China, bringing unlimited vitality to China. Karst landforms in China The diverse types are a valuable asset for scientific research.

Distribution of famous karst scenic spots in China;

Guangdong

Zhaoqing Qixingyan has seven limestone peaks, shaped like the Big Dipper. There are many caves in the front of the mountain. There are many hidden rivers and various strange cave accumulation landforms in the caves.

Guangxi

Guangxi Reed Flute Cave

The landscapes of Guilin and the scenery of Yangshuo are mainly famous for karst landscapes such as Shiya, Stone Forest, Fenglin and Tiansheng Bridge. And there are holes in the mountains, so it’s strange that there are no holes. The landscape of Luti Cave is dominated by cave landforms. There are various strange-shaped cave accumulation landforms in the landscape, forming green lotus and jade bamboo shoots; the underground corridor composed of stalactites from the Seven Eyes is really dazzling; Beiliugouyan, Liuzhou Du Leyan, Luzhai Xiangqiao Rock, Xingping Lotus Rock, Xing'an Rudong, Yongfu Baishou Rock, Yishan Bailong Cave, Lingyun Suwon Cave, and Longzhou Xiazi Cave are also famous cave landscape areas.

Yunnan Province

Yunnan Lunan Stone Forest Scenic Area: The surface peaks are Linqinbu, mainly a landscape of huge stone buds.

Most of the limestone peaks are distributed on both sides of the valley, and the peaks of various shapes resemble people and are lifelike. Among the 35 stone forests in the country, there are 20 stone forests in this province, including the Lunan Big Stone Forest, the Small Stone Forest, the Naigu Stone Forest, the Hema Village Stone Forest, the Shibanshao Stone Forest, and the Tianshengqiao Stone Forest. This shows the wide distribution area of ​​this province. Cave landscapes include: Yuxi Cave, Yanshui Cave, Jiuxiang Cave, etc.

Guizhou Zhijin Cave

Guizhou (province)

Guizhou has stone forest areas, such as Hanni Stone Forest in Xingyi and Xiuwen Stone Forest in Xiuwen. The rock wall of Huangguoshu Waterfall, the largest waterfall in China, is a waterfall landscape; there are many local caves and landforms, including Longgong Cave near Huangguoshu Waterfall, Guiyang Underground Park, Zhenning Rhinoceros Cave, Zhenyuan Qinglong Cave, Longshan Xianren Cave, Guizhou Zhijin Cave, and Qianling Mountain Qilin hole etc.

Sichuan Province

Dashiwei Tiankeng in Leye County

The Jiuzhaigou Calcium Current is an underwater surface accumulation landform, such as Pearl Beach Waterfall; the calcification pool in Huanglong Scenic Area , calcified slopes and calcified caves constitute the largest and most beautiful karst landscape in the world. The new stone arch bridge in Shizhu County is a karst natural bridge landform.

Hunan

Wulingyuan Huanglong Cave and Lengshuijiang Boyue Cave are both unique cave landscapes, which list various accumulation landforms, such as Shenxianfu Cave, full of mystery.

Jiangxi

Poyang Hukou Shizhongshan Scenic Area is full of cliffs and riverside caves; Pengze Longgong Cave is 2,000 meters long and can be seen by boating, so it can be called underground Palace of Arts.

Zhejiang Province

Yaolin Wonderland is located in Tonglu County. It is a large-scale karst cave tourist attraction with magnificent scenery in Zhejiang Province. It is also the largest cave discovered so far in Zhejiang. This cave is 1000 meters long and has 6 caves, which are famous for their majesty, strangeness, beauty and depth.

Jiangsu Province

Yixing Karst Cave is also known as the three wonders with Cave World, Shanjuan Cave, Zhanggong Cave and Guling Cave. It has deep caves and many strange stones and Columns, rowing a boat in it is like entering a dragon's palace under the sea.

Jilin Province

Tonghua Yayuan Cave has four halls. The cave is full of stacked landscapes such as stone pillars, stalagmites, stalactites, waterfalls, stone curtains, lotus flowers, and stone curtains. And there are lava pools in the depths, which are unfathomable and inaccessible.

Shanxi Province

Hanzhong, Ankang, Shangluo and other places in southern Shaanxi also have a large number of karst landscapes such as caves.

These places can be used for sightseeing and scientific research. They are the pearls of tourism and the treasure troves of scientific research.

From 2010 to 2012, there were Jade Buddha Temple, Jingan Temple, Longhua Temple, Longhua Pagoda, Qinglong Pagoda, Pearl Pagoda, Songjiang Square Pagoda, Xilin Pagoda, Jiading Confucius Temple, Confucian Temple, Songjiang Tang Monk and Nun Sutra Hall, Qiuxiapu Park, Yuyuan Garden, Huilongtan, Zuibaichi, Shuyin Tower, Siming, Da.

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9. What are the rare underground river caves in my country

The largest cave in the world, Lichuan Tenglong Cave, is located in the Xingdou Mountain Primeval Forest Reserve in two parts of Lichuan County, Hubei Province. It is 22 kilometers long, 61.5 meters wide at the mouth, and 110 meters at the highest point. It has a total area of ​​1 million square meters and can accommodate 90-250 football fields. It is larger than the largest cave abroad, the Carlsbad Caverns in the United States. It is the largest cave in the world. The Dongteng cave system consists of dry caves (Longteng caves), water caves (sink caves), underground undercurrents and ancient rivers. The cave has a preliminary proven total length of 59.8 kilometers, of which 16.8 kilometers are undercurrents. The entrance is 72 meters high and 64 meters wide. With a total length of 59.8 kilometers, the cave entrance is 74 meters high and 64 meters wide, making it the largest dry cave in Asia. The water cave has sucked up the Qingjiang River, forming a 23-meter-high waterfall. Qingjiang River has therefore become an underground undercurrent with a length of 16.8 kilometers. Miraculously, there is only one wall between the flood and drought cave dwellings. They were damaged to varying degrees in the 2008 earthquake and are being repaired.