Jinlong Cave in Jintan

Jinlong Cave in Jintan

Nestled against mountains and beside water, Jinlong Cave enjoys a mild climate year-round with abundant rainfall and crystal-clear water. The cave originates from Hujing in the northwest, where a surface river flows underground, then continues as a subterranean stream for over two thousand meters to the southeast before emerging at the foot of Fei’e Mountain. It is a type of karst cave formed by a submerged river. The cavern winds and twists with many branches, significant elevation changes, and an underground river that alternately appears and disappears. The known total length is three thousand meters, classifying it as a large cave. Its shape resembles a soaring dragon, and the cave features concentrated deposits of orange-yellow or orange-red sediments that shimmer like golden scales, giving off a brilliant golden glow—hence the name “Golden Dragon Cave.”

The cave tour spans approximately 1,500 meters, including 600 meters of boat ride on an underground lake. The cave boasts a series of spectacular and ever-changing sights. Highlights include vivid formations such as the “Golden Plate Scattering Pearls,” “Great Golden Melon,” “Great Golden Canopy,” “Golden Sheep,” “Golden Lobster,” and “Golden Carp Leaping Over Water.” The “Sun Cave” and “Moon Cave” complement each other charmingly. The surging “Golden Sand Source,” the perilous “Dragon Gate Gorge,” the expansive underground lake, and the serene “Lake Reflections” offer striking contrasts. Visitors may also encounter the “Six-Jia Golden Deity” and the “Goddess of Mercy Granting Children,” believed to bring luck and blessings. These natural wonders provide visitors with a sense of wonder, uplifting their spirits and sparking boundless imagination.