“Di Di Da” echoes around us. It mimics the delightful music of dripping water deep within the earth. Welcome to the mysterious world of the \u836f\u5e08\u6d1e.
This isn’t just any cave. \u836f\u5e08\u6d1e is a window into the earth’s artistry, a place where time and water have sculpted wonders over millennia. We’re standing at the entrance to a realm of stone flowers and hidden chambers. It is a place of geological significance.
Originally, it was called Qianzhen or Shifo Cave. The wanderer monk Yuan Guang gave it these names during the Ming Dynasty. That was between 1368 and 1644.
The \u836f\u5e08\u6d1e covers about 1.8 hectares. It is a multilayer Karst cave with seven clearly distributed layers. The first six layers are the scenery area. The seventh layer holds an underground river.
Imagine twelve huge “halls”. They interconnect with countless narrow passages. Picture sixteen “chambers” and 71 “branch caves”. They come in many sizes and shapes.
Inside, it’s a fairyland. Nature’s creativity is on full display. Everything is made of stone. You’ll see fantastic stalactites and stalagmites. There are also stone curtains and flowers. Stalactites and stalagmites grow until they meet.
The milk-white stone called “Yue Nai Shi” is a wonder here. It is a national treasure. It comes in many shapes. Stone lotuses and mushrooms are among them.
Not far from here is the Silver Fox Cave. It was discovered and developed in 1991. It holds eight halls and over 40 scenic sights. It is an amazing gallery presenting changeable scenery.
There is a rare stone here. It is regarded as a national treasure. It is in the shape of a snow leopard’s head and silver fox’s body. The whole body “grows” snow-white sharp hairs. They are crystal clear and glittering. The miniature landscapes in it are full of variety.
Inside the cave, the temperature remains a constant 55.4F. A cool and gentle breeze brings fresh air. It’s a great place for sightseeing. It is perfect for refreshing the mind.
\u836f\u5e08\u6d1e is more than just a cave. It is a testament to the power of nature and the beauty of the earth. As we leave, carry with you the echoes of “Di Di Da”. Remember the silent, stone artistry that unfolds beneath our feet. Let’s head on to the next stop.