Chongqing Tourism|The seriously underestimated World Heritage Site Wulong Furong Cave
by KAMRYN JENSEN
Jan 10, 2025
#VisitChongqing
🌌 Furong Cave, a cave that is not only beautiful...but also beautiful to the universe
Who would have thought that under the forest southeast of Wulong City would hide such an amazing underground universe... "Furong Cave" is not just an ordinary stalactite and stalagmite cave, but it is a secret kingdom of nature, where every layer of rocks seems to have been carved by the hands of a god-like artist for thousands of years.
🌀 Walking in is like stepping into another dimension.
The first step you take on the stone floor in the cave, the sound of dripping water and the whispering wind in the cave is haunting but also strangely charming. The golden light reflecting on the large stalactites and stalagmites makes you feel like you are in the world of Avatar or the underground version of Harry Potter.
💎 Must-see highlights
Fan-shaped stalagmites that are so detailed they look like they were made from clay
Rainbow-colored calcite curtains that look like enchanted ice
The large hall of the "Crystal Palace" that makes you feel ten times smaller just by looking up
Chinese umbrella-shaped stalagmites, which are found only in a few places in the world!
🚶♀️ The walkway is designed for light adventure.
There are spiral staircases, small suspension bridges, and many viewpoints to stop and take pictures. It's not just about seeing a cave, but it's like walking in a good adventure novel.
🧠 Cool trivia to tell your friends
Furong Cave is ranked as "China's Top 3 Most Beautiful Caves" and is also on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Some parts of the cave are more than 100 meters deep! And there are rocks that are over 500,000 years old!
📍 Tips before traveling
Wear non-slip shoes because some parts of the floor are wet and damp.
Bring a small headlamp in case you want to see things in detail.
Go early in the morning. There will be fewer people. It's easy to walk and take pictures.
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