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Bailong Cave
Best time to visit
Spring and autumn: the cave stays 16°C all year, but the outside world around it offers pleasant temperatures for a walk.
Budget tips
Entry costs about 60 yuan (€8). There are no discount days, but students and seniors (65+) often get half price upon presentation of a valid ID.
Recommended for
Adventurous travelers, Photography enthusiasts, Families with older children, Nature and geology lovers
Plan your visit
2-3 hours
About
Quick facts: Underground, this cave system houses a subterranean river that stretches for 6 kilometers. The largest chamber measures 180 meters long and 80 meters high, large enough for multiple football fields.
Highlights: At the bottom lie crystal-clear pools that reflect the light of headlamps like thousands of diamonds. The rare 'cauliflower limestone' formations have been growing here in slowly dripping water for more than 300,000 years.
Insider tips
- Wear sturdy, waterproof shoes, as the floor can be slippery and some paths are underwater.
- Bring a small flashlight: the lighting is atmospheric but sparse, and you will discover more details with your own light.
- Go on a weekday right after opening at 8:30 AM, then you will be ahead of the large group tours.
- Do not skip the upper walking route, it offers the best view of the highest stalactite column at 15 meters.
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