Yingde Xianqiao Underground River

Xianqiao, Hengshitang Town, Yingde City, Qingyuan City, Guangdong Province (near Taiwan Cement Plant)

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Introduction

Yingde Xianqiao Underground River Scenic Area is named after the "Xianqiao" in folk legends. It is located in the northern part of Guangdong Province, 138 kilometers away from Guangzhou and 18 kilometers from Yingde city center. It was opened to the public on October 1, 1997. Its geological formation dates back approximately 250 million years. With a total length of 13 kilometers, it has the first underground dark river in Asia and is known as the "most beautiful cave in South China". Currently, about 3.8 kilometers have been developed, consisting of two sections of underground rivers and one section of open-air rivers in the middle. The entire tour requires about 1.5 hours round trip. The first section of the underground river, also known as the "Dragon Palace Front Gate", is approximately 300 meters long with an average water depth of 3-5 meters. It is called the "Bat Cave" because of the many bats living in the cave, leaving large areas of resident traces. Inside the cave, there are scenic spots such as the Crane Drinking Water, Pegasus Soaring, Southern Dipper Shouxing, and a beauty diving, making it an appetizer for the third section of the underground river. The second section of the open-air river, named Jiuhua Creek, is 2 kilometers long, taking the meaning of "flowing curve of wine" from Wang Xizhi's "Preface to the Orchid Pavilion Collection". Jiuhua Creek has eighteen bends, with green and slender bamboo on both sides, unique and charming. The green mountains and trees in the distance vary in shape, and looking from afar, they seem to echo the emerald green river under the ship, bringing a relaxed and pleasant mood. The mulberry trees and rapeseed flowers planted by farmers on both sides of the riverbank add their own charm. It gives people a feeling of entering a paradise in a fairy tale! The third section of the underground river, also known as the "Xianhe Dragon Palace", is 1300 meters long with an average water depth of 8-10 meters. It contains scenic spots such as the Hanging Snow Lotus, Dragon Bed Awaits Rest, Two Turtles Listening to Law, Moonlight on the Beach, Lion Welcoming Guests, Wordless Book, Beauty Throwing Embroidered Balls, and Dolphin Diving. It can be said to be the essence of the Yingde Xianqiao Underground River Scenic Area. In front of the cave, there are green mountains and blue waves, while the Xianqiao charms and classical mountain cottages stand side by side; the cave is deep and mysterious, with hidden secluded valleys; outside the cave, there are swaying bamboo and banana trees, the winding river contains lush greenery, and boating on the water feels like being in a fairyland. Enjoy the peach blossoms in spring, escape the summer heat, admire the red leaves in autumn, and walk on the frost in winter. With its enchanting beauty, Yingde Xianqiao Underground River awaits your visit, leaving you with unforgettable memories!

Address

Xianqiao, Hengshitang Town, Yingde City, Qingyuan City, Guangdong Province (near Taiwan Cement Plant)

Opening hours

08:30-16:30 (All day)
Last entry at 16:30 (Monday-Sunday from May 1st-October 31st) 08:30-16:30 (All day)
Last entry at 16:30 (Monday-Sunday from November 1st-April 30th of the following year)

Phone 0763-2869228;13539517938