Little Witch Gorge

　　　　Witch Gorge is located upstream of the Ming River at the border between Sichuan and Shaanxi, in Nanjiang County. It lies to the left of Guangwu Mountain, to the right of the Nuoshui River in Tongjiang, above Guimin Shentian and below Duanqu Scenic Area. The scenic area spans five square li, stretching north and south along the Ming River, just 20 kilometers from Nanjiang County town. The scenery of Little Witch Gorge is uniquely characterized by its “Ten Oddities and Three Wonders.” The valley is a sheer cliff cut through by nature, forming a narrow slit of sky. The Stone Gate seems ready to split open, soaring dramatically towards the heavens, majestic and spectacular. Precipitous cliffs are draped with hanging ancient branches, rugged trunks stretch across the void, and thousand-year-old vines twist and coil, either nestling in crevices or clinging to perilous rocks. Occasionally, macaques can be seen climbing and calling out with their young. There are also odd and steep rock formations such as “Hometown Viewpoint,” “King Yama’s Precipice,” “Crawling Rock,” and “Naihe Bridge.”
　　In the deep waters stand clusters of “chrysanthemum stones” in diverse shapes. These stones feature white petals and calyxes on a green base, standing upright or leaning sideways, making them precious treasures for crafting stone landscapes and stationery ornaments. The Five-Colored Cave hangs from the middle of the cliff, with its interior filled with uniquely shaped stalactites of all kinds—fantastical and varied, sparking your imagination and inviting close observation. The cave extends a thousand zhang deep, with the sound of gurgling underground river water echoing within, flowing right beneath your feet, beckoning adventurers to explore and develop it. Within the gorge, the “Foreign Fish Cave” has gently bubbling emerald water, with shimmering fish scales visible—just reach out to catch them. Foreign fish are delicious, a fine delicacy on the dining table, and having a meal of them is truly a rare treat.
　　Even more remarkable are the Twelve Peaks of Little Witch Mountain, each peak uniquely striking, with cliffs picturesque as paintings. The bottom of the gorge features bizarre rocks and cavernous whirlpools, with jade-like clear waters that taste sweet and refreshing. Lush forests layer across the gorge, where macaques and flying squirrels leap about. There are also over 80 major attractions such as the “White Elephant” drinking water before Green Lion Cliff, the “Golden Monkey” gazing at the mountain atop Monkey Rock, Twin Turtles Welcoming the Dragon, and the Poet Immortal Viewing the Scenery—each so captivating they make visitors linger and forget to leave. The scenery constantly changes as you move through the area, brimming with delightful surprises. In all four seasons—spring, summer, autumn, and winter—the views differ, complemented by the unique folk customs of the Bashan region and charming rural life. Tunnel drifting offers an extremely thrilling and exciting experience.