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Wanna explore in the Gorge of Sculptured rocks?
2018-08-08 14:33:16
CHONGQING (CQNEWS) -- Except drifting and summering, what can we do in summer days? River tracing refers to an adventure activity, which is from the lower reach to the upper of a stream to overcome obstacles in the terrain.
Gorge of Sculptured rocks (Photographed by Ji Shaocheng)
Gorge of Sculptured rocks in Jiangjin
Few people know here because of short time to discovery it. There are deep valley, clear water and rocks with unique shape, just like the fairy tale world. The Gorge of Sculptured rocks is located in the Kongmu River.
You can reach here in about one-hour drive from the main urban areas.
Leida Stone
Leida Stone is the origin of the Gorge of Sculptured rocks. It was a large stone and then the stone was divided into three parts by two cracks. There are some farmhouses nearby the stone where you can taste local dishes and go fishing.
Longtiantang
After drinking and eating, going along the stream you can see a river valley with 3 or 4 meters width as well as cobblestones and rocks covered by mosses. In the sun, the moss-covered surface of colored rock reflects the light of the sun to form a colorful landscape, which is named as the Longtiantang by local people. You can go down along the stream and look down at the spectacular cliff of the valley, or you can go up from the bottom of the valley to visit the smooth and beautiful rocks.
Recommendation for surrounding attractions
Zhongshan Ancient Town
Zhongshan ancient town is located along the banks of the Sunxi River in the south mountainous area of Jiangjin, and connected with the Simian Mountain. It has a long history that people lived here more than 4,000 years ago. (About 30 minutes' drive from Leida Stone)
Ladder of Love
In the 1950s, Liu Guojiang and Xu Chaoqing carved stone ladders to build the Ladder of Love on the cliff, which has become a popular destination for lovers. (About 60 minutes' drive from Leida Stone)
Simian Mountain
Simian Mountain has the beautiful ecological environment and rich tourist resources, which is the natural oxygen bar, the hometown of longevity, and the place of selenium. And its recreation value is high. (About 60 minutes' drive from Leida Stone)
(Translated by Jiang Yuling, Fathom Language Limited)
Editor:Jiang Yiwei