Longdong Cave in Xunxian

　　Also known as "Xiyang Mingdong," it is situated on the southern slope of Dasha Mountain in Xunxian County, Henan Province. When clouds accumulate, the sight is particularly awe-inspiring. The local temple is dedicated to the Dragon God. "The Dragon Cave Roaring with Auspicious Clouds" is one of the Eight Scenic Spots of Liyang. Within the temple’s stone walls are three natural caves: the upper cave is the largest with a diameter of 1 meter, the middle cave measures 0.5 meters in diameter, and the lower cave is the smallest. Five carved stone dragons coil around the caves, which is why it’s called the "Dragon Cave." The dragons are intricately crafted and look as though they could breathe out clouds at any time.

　　The temple preserves many precious stone tablets. In the fifth year of the Qiande era of the Song Dynasty (1051), the "Record of Xiyang Mingdong" documented the phenomenon of the dragon cave roaring with clouds. The "Edict of Kangxian Marquis" stele was erected in the first year of the Xuanhe era of the Northern Song Dynasty (1119), recording how Emperor Huizong of Song bestowed the title of Kangxian Marquis upon the Dragon Cave. In 2001, it was announced as a National Protected Heritage Site together with the Dragon Cave.

　　Source: Xunxian County Government Portal Website