Hongshilin Red Stone Forest - An Ancient Underwater World from Millions of Years Ago

As one of the core areas of the Xiangxi World Geopark, this site features a spectacular array of stone forests, peaks, pillars, and walls. The landscape is dotted with ancient fossils, steep sinkholes, and deep canyons, combining the elements of red hues, elegance, grandeur, uniqueness, magnificence, and antiquity, earning it the title "First Wonder of Wuling." The beauty of the Red Stone Forest lies in its journey from an ancient seabed and its countless formations. Even more magical is how the stone forest's colors change with weather, time, and seasons. Under direct sunlight, it glows fiery red like the legendary Flaming Mountain, in misty rain it turns dark brown, resembling a Chinese ink painting, and after the rain, the countless peaks magically transform into purple-red. Here, you can experience nature's magical charm. The Red Stone Forest displays a rich variety of colors, from light red to deep red to dark red, like a vivid painting. Under the sunlight, the Red Stone Forest shimmers brilliantly, with breathtaking beauty. Location: Hongshilin Village, Hongshilin Town, Guzhang County, Xiangxi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture 🎫Admission: Adult ticket RMB 80 (recommended to purchase Xiangxi Tourism Annual Pass) 🚗Transportation: Self-driving or chartered vehicle recommended🚙, 0.5h drive from Fenghuang Ancient Town 🅿️Parking: Free parking lot available at scenic area Tour route: Yangzi Ancient Sea - Human Pool - Ordovician Seabed - Flower Pack - Ice Couple Stones - Viewing Platform - Eight Great Deities - Fossil Area - Lucky Gate - Heaven Pool - Undersea Tunnel