Zengcheng Sea Erosion Cave

Zengcheng Sea Erosion Cave

The sea erosion cave, located in Qunxing Village, Xintang Town, was formerly known as Shixiang (Stone Alley). Here, massive rocks jut out from the ground, and the space between two of them forms a cave, which is 2.5 meters high and 20 meters long. Walking through the cave feels like strolling down a narrow alley, hence the name Shixiang. According to experts, the ancient marine relics in Xintang represent the largest sea erosion cave site discovered on the Chinese mainland so far.

Over 70 million years ago, a small hill composed of red sandstone and conglomerate formed. Around 2,000 years ago, the area around the Dongjiang River Delta was still a vast bay. The continuous impact of seawater on this hill carved out a narrow passage through the rocks, forming what is now the sea erosion cave. Ancient Marine Relics include attractions such as Shixiang, Yishi Temple, Yishi Rock, and the former fishing platform site of Zhan Ganquan.

Address: Inside Yiyin Temple, west side of Qunxing Village, Xintang Town, Zengcheng District, Guangzhou City.

Type: Cave, Geological Landform, Historic Site

Recommended Visiting Time: About 20–30 minutes

Phone: Yiyin Temple phone: 020-82778746

Opening Hours:

6:00-19:00

Ticket Information:

Free admission.