Benxi Water Cave, Liaoning | "The No. 1 Cave in the North"

Benxi Water Cave, known as "the No. 1 Cave in the North," is a limestone cave filled with water that formed millions of years ago. The cave is deep and wide, with an underground river that stretches for 3,000 meters. The water flows all year round and is crystal clear. If you come to Benxi and don't visit the water cave, it's like you haven't been here at all. 👉[Travel Guide] 1⃣Benxi Water Cave + Dry Cave 📍The core attraction of this trip. The scenic area offers free photo services at the queue at the cave entrance. 📍After entering the cave, you will first visit the dry cave, which is about 300 meters long and takes a few minutes to walk through. There are some man-made attractions on both sides, such as dinosaurs and flying dragons, but they are not very impressive. 📍After the dry cave, you will enter the water cave. Collect a life jacket and queue up to board the boat, which can hold more than ten people. The water cave is about 5,800 meters long, with about 2,800 meters open to visitors. The boat tour takes 30 minutes round trip. 📍The water cave is where you can truly appreciate the wonders of nature. Colorful lights illuminate the stalactites of various shapes, and the cool, moist air carries a hint of underground dampness. Occasionally, water droplets fall and land on you, feeling cool. 📍In the water cave, you need to use your imagination. The stalactites have unique shapes, resembling a treasure cauldron, a leaning tower, or an elephant. The natural "exquisite carvings" make you marvel at the magic and greatness of nature. 🎫Ticket: CNY 140 per person ⏰Opening hours: 8:00 am–4:30 pm 📍Location: Xiejiawaizi Village, Benxi Manchu Autonomous County 🚕Transportation: Drive to "Benxi Water Cave" using navigation. There is a parking lot in the scenic area. 🥘Food recommendations: There are many farmhouses nearby where you can taste local specialties, such as Xiaoshi mutton soup, which is super delicious. 👉[Tips] 1⃣The parking lot is about a 15-minute walk from the water cave entrance. There is a sightseeing bus (charges apply), but it's not necessary to take it. 2⃣The cave maintains a constant temperature of 12°C all year round. The tour inside the cave takes about half an hour, so bring warm clothes in advance. 3⃣Try to sit in the first row of the boat in the water cave for a better view and better photos.