Stirring Jiuxiang Scenic Region

If you are stuck for the idea where to go after Shangri-La adventure in Yunnan, you can consider Jiuxiang Scenic Region Jiuxiang Scenic Region (jiǔ xiāng fēng jǐng qū) is located in Jiuxiang Yi and Hui Autonomous Township of Yiliang County (yí liáng xiàn jiǔ xiāng yí zú huí zú xiāng) 90 km away from Kunming (kūn míng) and 22 kilometers north of the Stone Forest (shí lín). In Yunnan Province it is a well-equipped comprehensive scenic region which is famous for its caves, mountains, rivers, deep valleys, minority customs and cultures. It has a mild climate all the year round. Its temperature is similar to Kunming's and the average temperature throughout the year is 14.6°C.

Jiuxiang is praised as the "Home of Karst caves". Altogether, there are "only" 100 caves in the area, the local saying goes, "If one spent his entire life counting the caves in Jiuxiang he may not finish the job". Among the caves are numerous natural bridges, valleys, rivers and waterfalls, making up an almost fantasy like subterranean world.

The karst caves in Jiuxiang were formed over a long period of time by the intermittent movement of the earth's crust. This movement created the 'pre-history wonders' found in the area. These wonders include a variety of hydrological and geological phenomena such as ancient micro-biological fossils, curved stones, caves with whirlpools inside, stereoscopic caves, and multi-layered caves. Among these natural marvels are some of the rarest and unique features of their kind in China or the world which should not be missed for your China tours.

The caves are not only ideal tourist attractions, but are also valuable for scientific studies and in-cave adventure activities. It is not surprising that Jiuxiang is praised by experts as the "Mysterious Heritage of the Earth".
With a total area of about 200 square kilometers, Juxiang Scenic Region consists of five major scenic spots: Diehong Bridge (dié hóng qiáo), the Sanjiao Cave (sān jiǎo dòng 三脚洞), the Dasha Dam (dà shā bà), the Alulong (ā lù lóng) and the Mingyue Lake (míng yuè hú).
Among them, the most outstanding and beautiful is Diehong Bridge Scenic Spot. Diehong Bridge Scenic Spot is located in the southeast of Jiuxiang Streer which is 5 km away. The whole journey is about four kilometers long and the time needed is three hours. It includes six major scenic spots and some beautiful scenes introduced following.
The Green Shady Gorge

Flanked by lofty cliffs, the Green Shady Gorge (yīn cuì xiá 荫翠峡) is about 600 meters long. When boating in the emerald gorge, you will be greeted by the lush vegetation on the cliffs. It is a tranquil resort to enjoy before your exploring into the cave begins. The Green Shady Valley is also called "Lover Valley" (qíng rén gǔ 情人谷) by the local Yis (yí zú 彝族).
The Terrifying Gorge

Being 700 meters long, the Terrifying Gorge (jīnɡ hún xiá 惊魂峡) is the most spectacular underground gorge ever discovered in China. It is flanked by steep precipices. The depth (from the entrance to the bottom of the gorge) is 100 meters and narrowest place is stunningly 3-4 meters. Walking inside the gorge, one will be definitely terrified.
The Male Lion Hall
Covering 15,000 square meters, the Male Lion Hall (xiónɡ shī tīn 雄狮大厅) has been the largest underground hall in the world.
The Fairy Palace

The Fairy Palace (shén nǚ ɡōnɡ 神女宫) is a representative of the Karst underground sceneries. Its stalactites look like fairies that are in postures of cuddling, lying, sitting, reclining, dancing in the heaven palace. It will make you feel that you are just in the fairyland.
If you want to know more info about Jiuxiang Scenic Region, you can contact with China tour agents.