Furong Cave is located in Wulong District and is a famous scenic spot in China. It is also a world heritage site. After two field investigations by Chinese and Australian limestone cave research institutions, it has been rated as a world wonder and one of the first-class cave attractions. Meanwhile, many geological experts consider it as an underground art palace and a museum of cave science.
Furong Cave is a huge limestone cave formed in the Quaternary period (about 1.2 million years ago) during the Cambrian period. The temperature in the depths of the cave remains stable at 16.1 ℃. The main cave of the scenic area is 2700 meters long and covers an area of 37000 square meters, with the largest exhibition area, the Glory Hall, covering an area of 11000 square meters. The maximum static and passenger capacity of the entire Furong Cave is 185000 people.
Furong Cave is divided into three major areas based on different cave themes. Among them, the first area focuses on rich colors, while the second and third attractions focus on science and restoring nature. There are various types of stalactites in Furong Cave, which are rare in the world. It covers almost all types of caves in the world, from macro to micro, from underwater to underwater, from early to present, with over 30 types of sedimentary features. The smooth texture, beautiful shape, and abundant sediment are unbelievable.
Furong Cave is also very famous in the world. Over the years, scientists from more than 20 countries including the United Kingdom, the United States, Australia, and Canada have conducted long-term investigations. In addition, it has been confirmed that Furong Cave is a large cave with high tourism and scientific value. In addition, it is known as the most beautiful underground palace in China.
The rich landscape composed of chemical sediments is exquisite, brilliant, and dazzling, like a colorful underground art palace. Its huge caves and various sediments have not only conquered cave experts from around the world, but also attracted many tourists.
Transportation: Chongqing City to Chongqing Inner Ring Expressway – Baotou to Maoming Expressway – Baiyun Tunnel – Baotou to Maoming Expressway – Baima Tunnel – Dawan Tunnel – Wulong Tunnel – Longhu Road – Furong Cave
Address: Furong Cave Scenic Area, Wulong County, Chongqing.
Phone：+86-23-77742278
Ticket: 120 yuan/person
Opening hours 08:30-16:30