Bishuiyan Cave

　　Bishuiyan Cave is located near the Wànggāo T-junction, the three-way intersection of the road from Zhōngshān to Bābù and Fùchuān, also known as Chūshuǐ Bì. Formed about 500,000 years ago, the cave stretches 4,200 meters in total length, with the widest point at 90 meters and the highest at 100 meters. It consists of 18 interconnected chambers, all surrounded by water, forming a multi-level cave system. It is famed for its “huge chambers, expansive sandy beaches, long underground rivers, and towering stalactites.” The cave features a stunning array of formations including stone flowers, pillars, curtains, stalagmites, and fruit-shaped stones, creating a magical and wondrous landscape.

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　　Inside the cave flows an underground river, which appears and disappears along the tour route. As you follow the river, you’ll encounter dramatic and rugged water scenes, as well as hear strange, roaring sounds like ocean waves. At the cave’s exit lies a grand chamber, where the ceiling patterns resemble a swirling cosmic star map, and the hanging rocks at the entrance look like a dragon playing in the water. Outside the cave, there is a waterfall that cascades down like a flying silk ribbon.

　　Currently, only one-fifth of Bishuiyan Cave has been developed for tourism, with around 1,200 meters open to visitors. During the nearly 50-minute tour, you can admire over 20 scenic spots, including “Birds Paying Homage to the Phoenix,” “Dragon and Phoenix Hall,” “Pearl Water Curtain,” “River Gorge Wonders,” “Splendid China,” “Ginseng Doll Worshiping Guanyin,” “Stone Bell,” and “Heavenly Scripture.”

　　While exploring the cave, you can also sample local delicacies such as “Yao-style Oil Tea,” “Yao-style Vegetable Dumplings,” “Chicken in Bamboo Tube,” and “Fragrant Lotus Ribs,” as well as enjoy ethnic folk performances.

Bishuiyan Cave