Shennong Cave

　　It is said to be the cave where Shennong, the legendary ancestor of the Chinese nation, once lived while climbing up the stream, setting up scaffolding to gather medicinal herbs. Located on Lianzi Rock on the north bank of Shennong Stream, northwest of YanDuhe Town, it sits nearly 100 meters above ground level, and is now accessible via steel ladders and stone steps. The cave entrance is five meters high, and once inside, you descend diagonally northward for over 200 meters to reach the cave floor, where a tranquil pool mirrors the surroundings — said to be Shennong’s ancient herb-washing pool. The cavern is spacious and lofty, featuring classic limestone landforms, and remains warm in winter and cool in summer. The ceiling is adorned with hanging stalactites and draperies, while the walls display a dazzling array of stalagmites, stone pillars, and flowstones. Highlights include the vividly shaped Shennong's Herb-Drying Platform, Herbal Medicine Workshop, and Alchemy Chamber. Currently, the local government is heavily investing in development, adopting a strategy of simultaneous exploration, construction, and reception — the site is beginning to take shape. Drifting along Shennong Stream and exploring Shennong Cave are experiences that are sure to stir deep feelings of historical nostalgia.