Shennongjia / Shenlong Spring and Longyin Spring

#November Destinations 2025 Shennongjia • Shenlong Spring: A Sweet and Refreshing Spring on the Roof of Central China Shenlong Spring is located in the Shennongjia Forest District of Hubei Province. Its exact location may vary slightly depending on the scenic area (such as Shennongding, Dajiuhu, etc.), but it is generally a refined name for a natural spring with sweet water and abundant flow. Its name, "Shennong," not only fits the name "Shennongjia" but also imbues this spring with a spiritual quality, suggesting it originates from sacred mountains and waters. 📍Natural and Cultural Features 1. Pure Water Source · As the "Water Tower of Central China," Shennongjia boasts an extremely high forest coverage rate. Groundwater is filtered through multiple rock layers, resulting in clean and unpolluted water. Shenlong Spring is a direct outcrop of this high-quality water resource; the spring water is clear, refreshing, and sweet, making it a truly natural mineral water. 2. Meaning of the Name • The name "Shenlong" (神龙, Shenlong Spring) is closely linked to the legend of Shennong (one of the ancestors of the Chinese nation, who is said to have built a ladder here and tasted all kinds of herbs), carrying a profound imprint of ancestral culture. • On the other hand, the dragon in Chinese culture is a deity who controls water and rain. Naming the spring "Shenlong" expresses the local people's gratitude and reverence for this source of life. • For tourists who have traveled a long way, cupping a handful of the clear spring water or filling their water bottles here not only quenches their thirst and relieves fatigue, but also serves as a unique ritual to get close to nature and experience the pure ecology of Shennongjia. 📍Value for Visiting • A microcosm of ecology: This small spring is a microcosm and testament to the entire healthy ecosystem of Shennongjia. • A supply station on the journey: Shenlong Spring is an ideal rest and supply point on the way to climb Shennong Peak or visit Dajiu Lake. • A catalyst for cultural association: Drinking the spring water easily evokes images of Shennong, the legendary Chinese emperor, tasting hundreds of herbs and identifying their medicinal properties, adding a touch of cultural imagination to the journey. 📍Practical Information • Location: Shennongjia Forest District, Hubei Province • Please protect the environment; do not wash items or litter in the water. • As it is a natural spring, the flow rate may vary seasonally. Shenlong Spring in Shennongjia is not just a water feature, but the lifeblood of this pristine and mysterious place. Its purest sweetness nourishes every visitor, carrying ancient memories of Shennong and the ecological miracle of this green lung of Central China.