Shihua Karst Cave
Nancheying Village, Fangshan District, Beijing, China
Description:
Shihua Karst Cave is rightly called the “Underground Pearl of Beijing”. It is located about 50 kilometers west of the city center.
The cave was discovered in 1446. This is a huge karst cavity with an extensive system of moves located on seven levels. At the lowest level there is an underground river.
Only four upper levels are open for free access. The length of the excursion route is just over 2500 meters. The route passes through 16 halls, where you can see huge stalactites, stalagmites, stone waterfalls, columns, stone curtains and other beauties.