Dongwenquan Scenic Area in Chongqing

　　 Located over 50 kilometers east of Chongqing, the Dongwenquan Scenic Area is situated within Dongquan Town, Banan District, Chongqing. With picturesque mountains and clear waters, it complements the Southwest and North Springs, ranking first among Chongqing’s Four Springs. The area boasts a full range of natural landscapes including mountains, water bodies, hot springs, forests, caves, peaks, gorges, waterfalls, and islands, as well as numerous man-made structures such as buildings, terraces, pavilions, towers, temples, ancient monasteries, traditional culture, and historical relics. It is particularly renowned for its abundant geothermal resources.

　　 The scenic area features 48 hot springs of varying sizes, with the main spring having a daily flow of over 1,229 tons. The Hot Cave is especially unique, with water maintaining a constant temperature of 40°C year-round. This high-quality mineral water, rich in carbon and sulfur with notable therapeutic benefits, is hailed as an Asian wonder — a natural sauna. The area also has a wealth of cultural attractions. Legend has it that in ancient times, disciples of Lu Ban once built wooden wells here, and Zhong Ziqi and Yu Boya once met here. Ancient temples and monasteries dating back to the Ming Dynasty still retain many relics. The tomb of Mr. Yang Cangbai, Secretary-General of Dr. Sun Yat-sen’s Marshal’s Office, also holds a mysterious story.

　　 A hot spring located downstream at the Guanjinxia Gorge is revered by locals and residents from neighboring counties and Guizhou as “holy water.” Regardless of the season or time of day, men and women bathe here without any sense of restraint or shyness, making it a unique folk custom.