Jindaoxia Adventure: A Trilling Canyone World

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Jindaoxia is located in Jindaoxia Town, Beibei District, Chongqing, at the southern foot of Huaying Mountain, about 900 meters above sea level, about 90 kilometers from the center of Chongqing and about 62 kilometers from Beibei City.
Jindaoxia is a national 4A-level tourist scenic spot, known for its majestic, dangerous, strange and secluded natural scenery. The scenic area has a total length of 6.2 kilometers and integrates geological wonders such as waterfalls, clear springs, caves, and cliffs.
Historical background and origin of the name
The name of Jindaoxia comes from a legend. It is said that there is a golden knife hidden in the canyon, which shines golden every night, illuminating the canyon.In addition, Jindaoxia has a rich historical background. At the end of the Yuan Dynasty, Zhang Kun, a strong man who relied on logging for a living, discovered this golden sword here, and relied on it to defect to Xia Guo and make his military achievements.
Main attractions
The main attractions of Jindaoxia include Zangdao Cave, Zhongxia Natural Bath, Lion Head Gorge, Maitreya Buddha and so on. The scenic area comprises gorges, mountain views, water spots, many waterfalls, ponds and pools, and it is suitable for hiking to enjoy the scenery or canyoning activities. Summer is the best season to explore this scenic area, because visitors can enjoy the cool air environment.
Transportation and ticket information
From Chongqing City, you can choose to drive by yourself or travel with a group.It takes about 1 and a half hours by car to navigate to the ”Jindaoxia Tourist Distribution Center".Public transportation is not recommended because multiple transfers are required.The ticket price is 80 yuan for adult peak season and 40 yuan for student tickets; 30 yuan for round-trip transportation, 40 yuan for cableway, and 10 yuan for cruise ships.
Travel tips
When visiting Jindaoxia, it is recommended to bring water and some snacks.There are stalls selling fruits and specialty snacks in the scenic area at reasonable prices. The best way to explore Jindaoxia scenic area is hiking to enjoy magnificent scenery views. Whether it would be exercising or simple enjoying the natural scenery, Jindaoxia is a good choice for both.

Post by MaxS | Feb 8, 2025