Zhangjiajie Huanglong Cave

　　It is more beautiful in the Huanglong Cave than the outside world. No matter day or night, rain or wind, all year long, one can take delight in its wonderful scenery. The cave is of good air circulation, and is cool in summer and warm in winter. Huanglong Cave is one of the foremost scenic areas in zhangjiajie, and was rated as one of the first 4A National Tourist Attractions. Also it has been honored as magical karst cave both in China and around the globe.

　　Huanglong cave belongs to a typical karst formation, and it is known to all that water plays an extremely important role in its shaping. Flowing into the fissures of the karst layer, water constantly dissolves the limestone rock, thereby widening the crevice. This process continues year after year thus the caves are created. Huanglong Cave covers a proven area of 100,000 square meters. The inner recess is divided into four layers, two dry ones and two possessing waterways. The natural wonders include: one natural reservoir, 2 underground rivers, 3 pools, 4 waterfalls, 13 grand halls, 96 passageways and hundreds of thousands of stalagmites, columns and stalactites. Huanglong Cave is so complex and unfathomable, possessing such a multitude of geological features, that it’s impossible for us to take them all in at one time. This “magical place” abounds with all the sceneries that we can enjoy in the karst caves and the stalagmites in all different shapes. Many famous scenic spots have been developing: the Dragon Dance Hall, Sounding River, Immortal Waterfall, Heaven Pillar Street, and the Dragon Palace.

　　Except for a short distance near the entrance, we won’t have to do any backtracking in the cave. The entire tour takes about two hours—2400 meters by land and an additional 800 meters by water.

　　Huanglong Cave situated in Suoxiyu Natural Reserve, 15 minutes drive from Suoxiyu town, 1 hour drive from zhangjiajie downtown, 20 minutes drive from zhangjiajie National Forest Park.. It is the longest cave in Asia; also an incomparable realm of gigantic subterranean chambers, fantastic cave formations, and extraordinary features. Today many of the wonders of Huanglong Cave have gained world-renown fame. The cave remained mystic to local villagers before the first caving adventure took place in 1982; they believe it was the holy home for Huanglong (yellow dragon) and spirits. Now the routes are well paved and lighted. Sturdy walking shoes, flashlights, and drinking water are needed if you want to explore the cave.