Things to do in Xingwen

Xingwen Stone Forest boasts stunning scenery and unique karst landforms. The caves are magnificent, the stone forest stretches endlessly, and the tour routes are clearly defined. The staff provides attentive service, and the facilities are comprehensive, making it suitable for family trips. A fantastic experience and well worth a visit!

The scenic area might not be very popular, and it's actually quite short, mostly going up and down. The roads are slippery when it rains, which isn't ideal for the elderly. It's basically just walking around; there's not much to see. If you're going to the bamboo forest, I'd say it's optional. The sightseeing bus is just a large Coaster bus. Luckily, we didn't buy tickets and had our family pick us up by car.

Tianquan Cave is a famous karst cave scenic spot in Xingwen County, Yibin City, Sichuan Province, China, and is also one of the core attractions of Xingwen World Geopark. The following is a comprehensive review analysis for reference: ‌Natural landscape features‌ ★★★★☆ ‌Large scale‌ Tianquan Cave is one of the longest karst caves discovered in China, with a total length of more than 10 kilometers. The cave has a wide space and the highest point can reach 100 meters, which is magnificent. ‌Geological wonders‌ Typical karst landforms, stalactites, stalagmites, stone pillars, stone curtains and other forms are rich, and with the lighting effects, they form fantastic scenes such as "Stone Forest Fairy" and "Sky River Waterfall". ‌Underground river‌ There is an underground river flowing in the cave, which can be experienced by boat (part of the area), which is cool and quiet, adding to the fun of adventure. ‌Play experience‌ ★★★★ ‌Mature tour route‌: the trail is flat, the lighting design is relatively reasonable, the whole journey is about 2-3 hours, and the physical exertion is moderate. ‌Cultural Fusion‌: The cave combines elements of Miao culture, and some areas have ethnic performances (seasonal). ‌Popular Science Value‌: The geological knowledge explanation signs are relatively complete, suitable for children to learn natural geography. ‌Summer Resort‌: The temperature in the cave is about 18℃ all year round, which is cool and comfortable in summer. ‌Precautions‌ ‌Dark Light‌: The lighting in some areas is dim, so you need to pay attention to your foot safety. It is recommended to wear non-slip shoes. ‌High Humidity‌: The cave is humid, and there is occasional water on the ground. You need to walk slowly with children or the elderly. ‌Commercialization‌: There is a shopping area at the exit, which some tourists think slightly affects the natural experience. ‌Transportation and Surroundings‌ ‌Location‌: It is about a 2-hour drive from Yibin City. It is recommended to drive by yourself or take a local one-day tour. ‌Joint Tour Recommendation‌: It can be combined with the surface stone forest of Xingwen Stone Sea, the hanging coffins of the Bo people and other attractions to form a one-day geological and cultural tour. ‌Summary‌ Tianquan Cave is suitable for tourists who like natural wonders and geological exploration, especially recommended for summer vacation or family travel. Photography enthusiasts can bring a tripod to shoot the light and shadow of the cave, and ordinary tourists are advised to travel light. The overall experience is worth the price, but you need to know the weather in advance (heavy rain may affect the underground river project). ‌Recommendation index‌: ★★★★ (out of 5 stars) ‌Suitable for people‌: nature lovers, family tourists, geological research ‌Best season‌: all seasons, especially recommended in summer

This was my second time driving to Shunan Bamboo Sea. The stunning bamboo scenery, world-class beautiful environment, pure psychological healing, fresh air with negative oxygen ions, the valley where you can forget your worries, the babbling brooks, the misty mountains, and the dreamlike beauty of driving along the forest trails—it's like a dream, a mesmerizing experience, a fairyland, a painting—a place you should cherish forever!

There is a bowl-shaped depression in Xingyan Township, which is a natural funnel (a specific geographical phenomenon) with a diameter of 650 meters and a depth of 208 meters, which is larger than the Alisibo Funnel in the United States, which is known as the world's largest (330 meters in diameter and 70 meters deep). It is a unique place in the world. The Xingwen Natural Funnel has been included in the world record candidate of the world's largest natural funnel by the China World Records Association.

I'd heard so much about this scenic spot, and finally made the long journey to see it during the National Day holiday. Even after the rainy season, the water volume was still considerable, especially when you got close, the deafening sound of the water was truly impressive. The panoramic view from Doupotang was also fantastic. It was definitely worth the trip.

This place is primarily for those seeking a refined, scholarly atmosphere. It's similar to a park; if you enjoy Du Fu's poetry, you can take your time to read and appreciate it, then stroll around. The snack stall near the north entrance is quite good, but unfortunately, time was too tight, so I didn't have time to go there for lunch.

A must-visit sightseeing destination near Chengdu! The entire area has a beautifully clean and nice environment with breathtakingly beautiful scenery as you walk up to the summit. It is an incredibly nice place to take photos, making it the perfect spot for a holiday that leaves you with nothing but good memories.

Overall, the explanation was good and very detailed, covering many historical anecdotes. Without the explanation, it would have been a rushed experience, and my impression of the Romance of the Three Kingdoms was far from reality 😅 I've really forgotten all my history. How can you come to Chengdu without visiting the Wuhou Shrine? And you definitely need to listen to a guided tour when you visit Wuhou Shrine. Because I was traveling with elderly people, I chose a private guided tour. What I didn't understand was that they never charged extra for the headsets, which was awkward and uncomfortable.