Not that Iceland isn't worth it, but Jinhua's "Little Iceland" offers better value!
by AveryFletcher91
Jun 24, 2025
Explore the underground maze of Jinhua! A walking guide to the karst wonder of Shuanglong Cave 🚶♀️
An underground fairyland! Travel through a billion-year-old cave to see a magical light show 🌌
Shuanglong Cave is truly a signature attraction of Jinhua, and the cave exploration experience is so unique! The moment you board a small boat and enter the cave, it’s an instant wow~
🚗 Transportation Tips
📍 Address: Jinhua Shuanglong Scenic Tourism Area, Luodian Town, Wucheng District, Jinhua City
⏰ Peak season hours: April 1 - October 31, 8:00 AM - 5:10 PM
🚌 Recommended to drive or take a taxi; the scenic area has a very large parking lot
🌟 Must-try Route
1️⃣ Shuanglong Cave Entrance ➡️ Lie down on the boat to enter the cave
You have to lie down to ride the boat into the cave! Pass through a hundred-meter waterway at a 15-degree incline, and you can reach out and touch the stalactites (remember to pull your hand back!)
2️⃣ Ice Pot Waterfall Area
A 30-meter-high waterfall cascades from the cave ceiling, and you’ll get splashed standing on the viewing platform 💦
3️⃣ Underwater World Light Show
The blue hour is a must-see! The cave transforms into an underwater dragon palace, with giant stalagmites beautifully lit up
📸 Photo Spots
✔️ Capture shots on the small boat entering the cave (have your companion sit in the next boat)
✔️ Rainbow circle at the Ice Pot Waterfall
✔️ The “Stabilizing Pillar” stone column in the Dragon Palace light area
💡 Tips to Avoid Pitfalls
1. Large temperature difference inside the cave, bring a light jacket
2. Wear non-slip shoes! Some sections are wet
3. Best lighting after 3 PM, the light show is more stunning
🎒 Cave Exploration Gear
Headlamp (optional rental), drinking water, lightweight backpack
There are storage lockers at the entrance for large luggage
🍲 Nearby Food
Jinhua ham puff pastry (freshly baked at the scenic area entrance)
Local chicken pot in Luodian Town (10-minute drive)
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