Chongqing Wulong Karst - UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site

Suggested Visiting Time: 3 hours

Three Natural Bridges, 20km north of Wulong County, is a rare geological wonder and eco-tourist’s delight. Formed by tectonic uplift and the erosion by underground water, it boasts three natural karst bridges: Tianlong Bridge (天龙桥) - the only one with two arches, Qinglong Bridge (青龙桥)and Heilong Bridge (黑龙桥). These three natural arch bridges, averaging 223-235m high, 124-193m wide, and 107-168m thick, constitute the largest natural bridge cluster in Asia. Right below Tianlong Bridge sits Tianfu Official Post (天福官驿), quadrangle buildings that was a Tang Dynasty's official information transfer station. It was the only outdoor scene of Curse of the Golden Flower for its pristine style and serene beauty.

Most attractively, the three bridges exhibit different shapes. Tianlong Bridge resembles a large left thumb, while Qinglong Bridge looks like a broadsword; intriguingly, upon passing through and turning back, it appears as a Jumping Carp, which means someone makes rapid advances in his/her career against the countercurrent. Heilong Bridge is the last one to meet, where you'll see a lifelike gorilla, reminiscent of the one in the American movie King Kong. There are also many other highlights such as Eagle Heavenly Pit, Pearl Spring, etc. All of them await your exploration.

Suggested Visiting Time: 2 hours

Longshuixia Gap, situated 15km northeast of Wulong County, exemplifies a quintessential canyon karst landscape. This canyon stretches 5km, with a 2km-long plank road, and plunges to depths ranging from 200 to 350m. At its narrowest point, it measures just 1 meter in width. Characterized by its abyssal nature, the canyon boasts steep cliffs, primeval vegetation, trickling springs, riffles, and pools. Standing at the edge of the canyon evokes a sense of vertigo and awe in anyone. Visitors can marvel at unique karst landscapes such as Holy Elephant Water (圣象戏水), Jade Bean Curtain (玉泉珠帘), Cold Cave of the Dragon (蛟龙寒窟), and Arhat Performing Penance (罗汉苦修), etc. It is a good ecological tourism and adventure tourism scenic area.

Suggested Visiting Time: 2 hours

Furong Cave, 22km southeast of Wulong County, is the world's only cave inscribed as a World Natural Heritage Site by UNESCO. It is also reputed as the "Top Limestone Cave in China", "one of the three largest caves in the world", and "one of the best caves to visit in the world", etc., and attracts continuous groups of visitors and cave experts from around the globe to discover every year.

Furong Cave was formed over 1.2 million years ago, with the main cave 2,700 meters long. The cave has a 1,860m-long tourist path, so visitors can walk along to admire its over 70 types of speleothems, which are rarely seen around the world. During your discovery, do not miss the top sites including the Curtain-like Waterfall, Life Origin, Coral Pool, Stone Flower King, Canine-crystal Flower, etc.

The main tourist zone of Wulong Karst spans over 60 square kilometers, and the Three attractions are scattered distantly around Wulong County. Travelers can take the tourist shuttle bus between Three Natural Bridges and Longshuixia Gap, while hiring a private transfer or local taxi to visit Furong Cave instead (no direct tourist bus available). The most recommended route is as follows:

2-day Route:

Day 1: leaving Chongqing downtown for Wulong Karst; visiting Three Natural Bridges (around 3 hours) + Longshuixia Gap (around 2 hours); accommodation in Xiannvshan Tourist Area or Wulong County;

Day 2: Furong Cave (around 2 hours); back to Chongqing downtown/accommodation near Furong Cave.

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By Coach + Tourist Bus (around 3.5 hours)

Travelers can first take a coach to get to the Xiannvshan Tourist Center and then take a tourist bus.

By Train + Car/Shuttle Bus (around 3 hours)

Or, travelers can take a train at Chongqing North Railway Station to Wulong Railway Station and then take a private vehicle/a shuttle bus to Xiannvshan Tourist Center.

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