[2025 Danzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for Shihua Water Tunnel (Updated May)

🌍 Reasons to Visit Shihua Karst Cave, a karst miracle at 18° north latitude! ✨ It is not only the lowest-latitude natural cave in China, but also a rare "steam-formed cave" in the world. The "one stone, two flowers" (helictites, aragonite flowers, and calcite crystal flowers) in the cave are national treasures. There are also underground river cruises and Chinese giant salamanders! 🌿 Integrating science popularization, adventure, and family fun, it is praised by international friends as a "mysterious underground art palace". Many visitors say it feels like stepping onto the set of "Candle in the Tomb"! 🎬 📅 Travel Guide 📍 Address: Yingdao Mountain, Bayi Farm, Danzhou City, Hainan Province ⏰ Opening Hours: 8:00–17:30 (last entry at 16:30) 🎫 Tickets: CNY 53 per person in the off-season (including karst cave + boat ride). Discounts available for children, seniors, and military personnel. 🚗 Transportation: - By car: Navigate to "Shihua Karst Cave". Take the Danzhou exit from the West Line Expressway and transfer to G225 National Highway. - By bus: Take the Zhamiao bus or bus 102 from Danzhou Nada Bus Station for direct access. - Special line: Haihua Island/Danyang Tower have tourist special lines (Line 2/Line 3). 🔥 Must-See Highlights: 1. Exploring the Dry Cave: Follow the tour guide to hear explanations and see stalactite wonders such as "Longevity Star Praying for Blessings" and "Elephant Drinking Water". Look up to find stones that "bloom"! 💎 2. Water Cave Cruise: Watch the laser show from the bow of the boat, and be careful of bats flying by! 🦇 The temperature inside the cave is 13℃, so remember to bring a coat. 3. Three Treasures of the Cave: - Helictites: Look like bean sprouts or sandworms, only visible in four countries around the world! - Aragonite Flowers: Stone flowers with their own "white hair" that disappear when touched! - Calcite Crystal Flowers: Crystal diamonds hidden in the "Treasure Bowl", so beautiful they take your breath away! 🍜 Food Guide 🍴 Inside the Scenic Area: Be sure to try Danzhou Sachima, coconut glutinous rice cakes, and Shihua Zongzi (a unique mix of salty and sweet!) at the snack street. 🍴 Nearby Recommendations: - Zhonghe Ancient Town: Check in at Dongpo Family Banquet and try Jade Rice Soup + wine-boiled oysters, which foreign bloggers are raving about! - Yellow Skin Chicken: Yellow Skin Tofu and Salt-Baked Chicken at "Danli Yellow Skin" restaurant are sour, spicy, and appetizing! - Seafood: Salt-baked seafood from Yangpu Millennium Ancient Salt Field is so fresh it will make you want to lick your eyebrows off! 🏨 Accommodation Guide 🏩 Near the Scenic Area: Longyu Hotel (10-minute walk), OYO Xingli Hotel (near the night market) 🏩 City Options: Business hotels around Danzhou Bus Station (such as Yuyue Hotel) are super convenient for visiting the night market! 💡 Tips: Stay at Haihua Island and take a special line to travel back and forth, so you can enjoy both the karst cave and the island! 💗 Other Tips ⚠️ Cave Precautions: The road is slippery, so wear non-slip shoes and don't touch the stone flowers! The third and fourth floors are steep, so the elderly and children should proceed according to their ability. 📸 Photo Tips: Use your phone's slow shutter mode during the laser show for dreamy bat silhouette photos! 🎁 Souvenirs: Shihua Cave postcards, yellow skin candied fruit, and handmade coconut cakes. 🎭 Special Events: March 30–31, "March 3rd" Long Table Feast, enjoy a bamboo-woven tray meal + Li ethnic song and dance in the karst cave!

Hey there, travel enthusiasts! 👋 I'm a travel fanatic 😎, and I just got back from Danzhou. This trip in March was absolutely amazing, and I can't wait to share my super comprehensive guide with you all. 📍Danzhou, located in the northwest of Hainan, is a treasure city with profound heritage and diverse customs👏. It was one of the first regions in Hainan to establish administrative divisions, and the wheels of history have left many traces here. There's the ancient Qiannian Salt Field, telling the legendary story of ancient salt production; the Songtao Reservoir, with its vast blue waves, nourishing the land; and the rich Danzhou Tiaosheng, with its cheerful rhythm and unique dance steps, showcasing the unique local folk customs. Danzhou is like a thick and fascinating storybook. 🚗【Transportation Guide】 ✈️ If you're flying, there's Haikou Meilan International Airport nearby. After landing, transfer to a bullet train, which will take you directly to Danzhou in about 1 hour and enjoy the tropical scenery outside the window. It's super pleasant. 🚄 Danzhou has two high-speed train stations, Haitou Station and Baimajing Station, with many train services. After exiting the station, you can easily connect to buses or taxis, making it super easy to get to various attractions. Some city bus routes cover the attractions, and most operate from 6:00 to 20:00. You can pay with Alipay or WeChat Pay. If you want to go to more remote ancient villages, renting a car is more convenient for exploring the beautiful scenery at your own pace. 🗺【Recommended Itinerary】 Day 1: Danzhou Flower Island - Qiannian Salt Field In the morning, head to Flower Island. This artificial island is like a dream kingdom, with various exotic buildings and amusement facilities. You can't stop exploring, and the photos are absolutely stunning 📷. At noon, try the seafood hot pot on Flower Island. The fresh seafood is delicious, and the taste is amazing 😋. In the afternoon, go to the Qiannian Salt Field to see the ancient method of salt production. The salt pans sparkle in the sun, and you can feel the wisdom of the ancients. Day 2: Songtao Reservoir - Dongpo Academy In the morning, go to Songtao Reservoir and take a boat trip. The blue waves ripple, and the mountains on both sides undulate, like a painting. At noon, enjoy the Songtao Bighead Carp hot pot. The fish is tender, and the soup is fresh and delicious. In the afternoon, go to Dongpo Academy to learn about the life of the great writer Su Dongpo in this area and immerse yourself in the rich cultural atmosphere. Day 3: Shihua Caves Geopark - Return Trip During the day, go to Shihua Caves Geopark to explore the magical underground caves. The stalactites and stone flowers are in various shapes, and the nature's craftsmanship is amazing. In the afternoon, pack your bags and return with full of memories. 🌟【5 Must-Visit Attractions】 📍Danzhou Flower Island: A one-stop destination for entertainment, food, and shopping, gathering global customs. It is a modern leisure resort with magnificent buildings and dazzling night views. 📍Qiannian Salt Field: An ancient salt field that has been passed down for thousands of years, still using the ancient method of salt production. The unique landscape witnesses history, and you can take the sea salt away as a souvenir. 📍Songtao Reservoir: "Pearl of the Treasure Island", with a vast water area and clear water quality. Take a boat to enjoy the scenery and feel the magnificence of nature. 📍Dongpo Academy: Built to commemorate Su Dongpo, it is quaint and has many cultural relics and a strong cultural atmosphere. 📍Shihua Caves Geopark: An underground cave spectacle with crystal clear stone flowers and stalactites in various shapes, which is fantastic. 📌【Useful Tips】 🎫 Booking tickets for various attractions online in advance often offers discounts, and some entertainment projects on Flower Island are charged separately. 👗 The temperature in Danzhou in March is relatively high, so take sun protection measures and bring light and breathable clothing. Wear non-slip shoes when going to the caves. 📸 The lights on Flower Island in the evening and the soft light at Dongpo Academy in the morning are great for taking photos. Remember to bring a power bank. 🍜【Local Food Recommendations】 🥘Changpo Rice Noodles: Thin rice noodles with dried beef, peanuts, and other ingredients, topped with gravy. The taste is smooth, and the aroma is overflowing. Have a bowl for breakfast to feel energetic. 🍜Luoji Zongzi: The fragrance of zongzi leaves blends into the glutinous rice, and the filling includes salted egg yolk, pork belly, etc. It is soft, glutinous, and delicious, and the large size is super satisfying. 🥣Sea Fish Hot Pot: Fresh sea fish is stewed with sauerkraut, etc. The soup is rich, the fish is tender, and it is sour and spicy. 🏨【Hotel Accommodation】 📍Flower Island: Danzhou Flower Island Hilton Hotel, located in the core area of the island, the sea view room has excellent views and high-end facilities. The entertainment area is downstairs, which is super convenient. 📍Near Dongpo Academy: Danzhou Zhonghe Ancient Town Dongpo Culture Theme Hotel, quaint, close to the academy, immersed in the cultural atmosphere, and quiet at night. 📍City Center: Danzhou Summer International Commercial Plaza Hotel, located in the city center, with convenient transportation, many surrounding foods and shopping, and high cost performance. 💖【Travel Experience】 During these three days in Danzhou, I felt like I had fallen into a magical world. The prosperity of Flower Island, the simplicity of the Qiannian Salt Field, the magnificence of Songtao Reservoir, and the memorable food all made me intoxicated. Danzhou is like a carnival that never ends, with surprises everywhere. Don't miss this treasure land, come and start your Danzhou trip! 💕

Hey ladies! The Qingming Festival holiday is coming. Do you want to have a great time in Haikou-Danzhou? Get up close and personal with polar bears, and then check in at the Thousand-Year-Old Salt Field and Shihua Water Cave. It will definitely be a worthwhile trip! Check out this guide~ -------- 🌟Itinerary Overview:🌟 Day 1: Arrive in Haikou and check in to your hotel in Haikou Upon arrival in Haikou, take a private transfer to your hotel, rest, and prepare for a wonderful journey. Day 2: Mission Hills Huayi Brothers Feng Xiaogang Movie Town - Five Officials' Temple - Haikou Nanyang Arcade Old Street Travel through the century-old memories of Movie Town and feel the weight of history; visit the Five Officials' Temple and experience the charm of ancient culture; stroll along Nanyang Arcade Old Street and savor the exotic atmosphere. Day 3: Shihua Water Cave - Haihua Island Tourist Resort - Haihua Island Twin Beach Explore the magical Shihua Water Cave and marvel at the wonders of nature; head to Haihua Island Tourist Resort and enjoy leisure time; stroll along Twin Beach in the evening and admire the sunset. Day 4: Haihua Island Ocean Park - Haihua Island Twin Beach Get up close and personal with polar bears at Ocean Park and experience the charm of marine life; visit Twin Beach again, have fun, and feel the gentle caress of the sea breeze. Day 5: Private transfer from Haikou to the airport End your pleasant journey. Take a private transfer to the airport, filled with wonderful memories, and look forward to seeing you again next time! -------- **Must-See Attractions**: 1. 🌟Mission Hills Huayi Brothers Feng Xiaogang Movie Town (Century-Old Memory Community) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 📍Address: No. 19 Yangshan Avenue, Longhua District, Haikou City, Hainan Province ⏰Opening hours: 09:00-22:00 🕰️Duration: 2-4 hrs Bringing together Chinese and foreign architectural styles, Movie Town is a paradise for movie lovers. The Goddess Month event in March 2025 is not to be missed, with rose waterfalls and immersive live-action performances waiting for you! 2. 🌴Haihua Island Tourist Resort ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 📍Address: No. 100 Binhai Avenue, Paipu Town, Danzhou City, Hainan Province, China Hainan Haihua Island ⏰Opening hours: Open all day 🕰️Duration: 1-2 days This is a world-renowned cultural tourism destination, covering a variety of featured projects such as the Water Kingdom, making your trip full of fun! 3. 🐟Haihua Island Ocean Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 📍Address: No. 1 Island, Haihua Island, Danzhou City, Hainan Province ⏰Opening hours: 10:00-18:00 🕰️Duration: 3-4 hrs Experience the polar ocean atmosphere with all-round interactive experiences. Here is the mysterious underwater kingdom you have never seen before, bringing you the wonders of the ocean world! -------- Essentials Before Departure:🎒 👕 Clothing: Short-sleeved T-shirts, shorts, a light jacket or long-sleeved shirt to cope with the temperature difference between morning and evening. 👓 Accessories: Sunglasses, wide-brimmed hats, sun protection clothing. The sun is strong in Haikou, so take sun protection measures. 👟 Footwear: A pair of comfortable sneakers. You may also need a pair of slippers for the beach. 🛍️ Daily necessities: Travel-sized toiletries such as facial cleanser, toner, and sunscreen, as well as toothbrushes and toothpaste. 💳 Documents: ID card, student ID, or other discount certificates. Don't forget to bring them. 🔋 Electronics: Mobile phone, charger, power bank. Make sure you have enough power when you are out and about. 💊 Medicine: Medicine for gastrointestinal discomfort and colds, just in case. It's always good to be prepared. -------- Group tours from Haikou to Danzhou are so easy and fun! If you want to explore more of Hainan's scenery, don't forget to follow me for more exciting discoveries!

The short holiday is here! A ten-day tour of Haikou-Sanya-Danzhou, experience the diverse beauty of Hainan! Super practical guide, take it, you're welcome! / 🗓Itinerary at a Glance: Day 1: Arrive in Haikou, private transfer to the hotel for rest. Day 2-3: Travel from Haikou to Wenchang, visit the Space Science Center, etc., then head to Wanning to visit the Boao Forum for Asia site and the Tropical Botanical Garden. Day 4: Travel from Wanning to Sanya, visit Fenjiezhou Island and Binglang Valley along the way, and stay overnight in Sanya. Day 5-6: Choose your favorite popular itinerary in Sanya, such as Wuzhizhou Island, Yalong Bay Tropical Paradise Forest Park, etc., and enjoy the island scenery. Day 7: Leave Sanya, visit Dadongtian Scenic Area, etc., and finally arrive in Changjiang to experience different coastal scenery. Day 8: Explore the Shíhuā Cave and Haihua Island in Danzhou, and experience the unique combination of natural landscapes and modern tourism resort areas. Day 9: Return to Haikou from Danzhou, passing by Dongpo Academy and the Leizhou Peninsula-Qiongbei Volcano Cluster Global Geopark, and experience Hainan's cultural and natural heritage. Day 10: End your pleasant Hainan trip, private transfer to the airport or station, and return home with wonderful memories. / Must-See Travel Tips: 🎉 Local Customs: Hainan is known for its hospitality. Respect local customs and experience the unique folk culture of the island. 🏖️ Specialty Prices: Haikou is rich in specialties, such as dried jackfruit and coffee candy. Remember to compare prices before buying. Sanya has fresh and cheap fruits. ✈️ Airport Transportation: Haikou Meilan International Airport and Sanya Phoenix International Airport are easily accessible. Danzhou Western Airport caters to general aviation needs. Plan your itinerary in advance. ☀️ March Climate: The temperature in Hainan in March is pleasant, warm and comfortable during the day, and slightly cool at night. Remember to bring a light jacket and sunscreen. / 🎉Enjoy Hainan, from Haikou to Sanya, and then to Danzhou, all the way is filled with scenery and stories, waiting for you to discover!🌴

[Shihua Water Cave] + [Dongpo Academy] are must-sees when you come to Danzhou! Especially in this season, the kapok flowers are blooming and the whole sky is red🔴 It's so beautiful 【Shihua Water Cave】 Ticket price: 78 (If you don’t want the cultural and creative ice cream, you can go to xy and buy it for 60) Pictures: Figure 1-Figure 10 Tour duration: about 3 hours Detailed guide 🖋 1️⃣Route: Go straight to the right after entering the gate. You can see the Li ethnic group's characteristic embroidery and clothing along the way. Enter the Shihua Water Cave. The first section of the Shihua Water Cave is a walk. You need to wear a helmet before entering to prevent your head from being hit (but I think it’s okay if you’re not too short. If you feel hot, you can just hold it in your hand without wearing it). Check in at the Buddha statue + various stalactites and Shihua The second section requires a boat ride (wear life jackets 🦺) and the boat will depart when there are 12 people. This section is also the essence of Shihua Water Cave. Remember to hold your phone at all times! You can see the mirror flowers and water moon/time tunnel/Buddha's light (need good weather) After the boat ride, there are various small animals and plants that you can check in and take photos of. 2️⃣ Notes 『1』There are bats in Shihua Water Cave, and they are very smelly, but you can rest assured that they will not hurt anyone. 『2』 Remember to hold your phone tightly when you are on a boat. If it falls into the water, there is nothing you can do (water depth is 8-12 meters) 『3』The petals of the Kapok tree are very heavy and may fall at any time during the blooming season. Be careful to avoid them. It will really hurt if they hit your head. 『4』Inconvenient transportation. It is recommended to take a taxi or drive yourself 【Dongpo Cultural Area】 Ticket price: 25/128 (night show) Picture 📷: Picture 11-Picture 16 Tour duration: about 1.5 hours Detailed guide 🖋 1️⃣ Sightseeing: The entrance is not the main scenic spot. You can either take a boat or walk to the right along the promenade and cross the bridge to the main scenic spot. This scenic spot is divided into daytime and nighttime. The nighttime has immersive performances. 128 tickets are available. You can interact in real time. There are also awards and certificates to be won. It is quite interesting to experience Su Shi's personality charm in person. Friends who have time can come and try it. The most photogenic place is the lantern poem in Figure 15, which is on the left side of the main entrance of the scenic area. 2️⃣ Notes 『1』Don't read some guides that say you can sneak in for free. Not to mention being civilized, the road mentioned on the Internet is blocked by barbed wire and is guarded by someone. 『2』 Be sure to go to the Sharing Experience Hall and smell Su Shi’s “Spring Letter in the Snow”. If you like it, you can buy some 『3』Taking a boat costs 10 yuan one way and 15 yuan round trip. It is really cheap, but it is a human-powered boat that you pedal yourself. 『4』The internet-famous Dongpo sculpture is right in front of the cruise ship pier in Figure 12

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Traveling to Danzhou for the Lunar New Year? Here's a four-day itinerary! Experience the festive atmosphere and enjoy the beautiful scenery. Don't miss out! -------------------- 🌴 Itinerary: Day 1: Ocean Flower Island Water Kingdom Enjoy the fun of the water park, challenge various water activities, and experience the coolness and fun of summer! 🏄‍♂️ Day 2: Ocean Flower Island Museum Cluster Travel through the corridors of history and art, feel the charm of culture, and start a feast of knowledge. 🎨 Day 3: Dongpo Academy -> Danzhou Millennium Salt Field -> Shihua Water Cave Visit the former residences of literati, enjoy the ancient salt field scenery, and explore the mysterious world of water caves. 📚🌊🕳️ Day 4: Free time -> Check out and return We recommend visiting the botanical garden and Twin Beaches to feel the charm of nature. End your pleasant journey and return home with fond memories. 🌳🏖️🏠 -------------------- 🧳 Travel checklist: 👕 Clothing: Bring short-sleeved T-shirts, shorts, and long skirts. They are sun-proof and comfortable, and will help you cope with the heat at the beach. 🎒 Accessories: Sunglasses, sun hats, and sunscreen to protect your skin from UV damage. 📜 Documents: Bring your ID card and student ID to enjoy discounts, and your driver's license if you want to rent a car for a self-driving tour. 💊 Other items: Bring your usual medicine, seasickness medicine, and stomach medicine just in case, as well as mosquito repellent to avoid being bothered by mosquitoes. -------------------- Danzhou is a beautiful place worth exploring in depth. Take a spontaneous trip and feel the infinite charm of this city!

Want to have a great time in Danzhou during the Spring Festival? This 4-day tour guide will help you explore Danzhou with ease and not miss any good scenery or food! -------------------- 📅 Itinerary: Day 1: Ocean Flower Island Water Kingdom Explore the mysterious Ocean Flower Island and enjoy the fun of the Water Kingdom! 🏊‍♀️🎢 Day 2: Ocean Flower Island Museum Cluster Immerse yourself in the rich culture of the Ocean Flower Island Museum Cluster and experience the fusion of art and history. 🎨🏛 Day 3: Dongpo Academy -> Danzhou Millennium Salt Field -> Shihua Water Cave Visit Dongpo Academy and enjoy classical culture; visit the Millennium Salt Field and learn about traditional salt-making techniques; explore Shihua Water Cave and marvel at the wonders of nature. 📚🌊🕳️ Day 4: Free time -> Check out and return Free time. We recommend visiting the Botanical Garden and Twin Beach to enjoy the tranquility and beauty of nature. Then check out and return home with fond memories. 🌳🏖️🛫 -------------------- Travel essentials: 🎒 👕 Clothing: Bring short sleeves, shorts, and sun protection clothing to cope with the temperature difference between morning and evening. Remember to bring a pair of comfortable flat shoes. 🎩 Accessories: Sunglasses, hats, and sun umbrellas are both sun-proof and stylish. Don't forget your headphones and power bank, your best travel companions. 🆔 Documents: ID card is important. Bring your student ID and other documents for discounts! Also, bring some cash for emergencies. -------------------- Danzhou is a treasure worth exploring in depth. With this guide, let's set off immediately and experience the unique charm of this city together!

The Shihua Water Tunnel in Danzhou is not only an engineering marvel but also a stunning natural attraction. The tunnel is carved through the lush, green mountains of Hainan, and the surrounding landscape is filled with vibrant colors. The tunnel’s cool, shaded interiors also offer a mesmerizing view of the rock formations and the occasional play of sunlight filtering through gaps, adding a magical quality to the scene. It is a unique blend of human ingenuity and the untouched beauty of nature! #石花水洞

❄️ In winter, you may want to take a spontaneous trip. Danzhou, a hidden gem on the west coast of Hainan, is a great choice. Pack your bags and start your own journey of discovery in Danzhou! 🌴 🌍 About Danzhou Danzhou is located in the northwest of Hainan Island, facing the Beibu Gulf. It is the economic, transportation, communication, and cultural center of western Hainan. It has a rich history and charming natural scenery, making it a unique city on Hainan Island. 🏞️ Scenic Features Danzhou's beauty is a blend of magnificent mountains and seas and cultural charm. The mountains are undulating, the forests are dense, the coastline is long and winding, and the beaches are fine. Ancient relics tell stories of thousands of years, and unique folk customs show the local people's way of life. 🌟 Must-visit Attractions 1. 🐒 Shihua Water Cave Geological Park: This is a natural underground karst cave filled with stalactites of various shapes, creating a dreamlike fairyland under the lights. The park is recommended for its natural beauty and the wonders of the underground world. The highlight is the "One Stone, Two Flowers" landscape in the cave, which is a must-see. 2. 🌊 Ocean Flower Island: An artificial island built by Evergrande, featuring global styles. It has European castles, exotic shopping streets, and luxury hotels. A visit here is like a world tour, with a variety of entertainment options, especially the dazzling light show at night. 3. 🏯 Dongpo Academy: Built in memory of Su Dongpo, it has an ancient charm. Here, you can appreciate Dongpo culture and learn about that period of history. Stroll through the academy and feel the scholarly atmosphere, with deep courtyards and a long-lasting ancient charm. 4. 🌳 Hainan Tropical Botanical Garden: A tropical plant kingdom with thousands of rare plants. Walking through it feels like being in a green fairyland, where you can learn about plants and breathe fresh air, making it a great place to get close to nature. 5. 🛕 Longmen Jilang: A volcanic rock coastal wonder, where waves crash against black reefs, creating snow-like spray. Standing on the shore, listening to the waves and watching the sea is a soul-stirring experience. You can also enjoy the stunning sunset, making it a place you'll never want to leave. 6. 🏞️ Songtao Reservoir: The largest artificial lake in Hainan, with a vast lake surface and endless blue waves. Surrounded by mountains, boating on it feels like being in a painting, where you can appreciate the beauty of mountains and water and enjoy tranquility and comfort. 7. 🐚 Thousand-year-old Salt Field: The earliest existing ancient salt field using sun-drying, with neatly arranged salt pans. Witness ancient salt-making techniques, experience the fun of making salt, and appreciate the wisdom of ancestors. 🍱 Food Danzhou's cuisine is unique and not to be missed: • 🍜 Changpo Rice Noodles: Thin rice noodles like vermicelli, served with beef jerky, peanuts, and other condiments, with a smooth texture and fragrant aroma. • 🥥 Luoji Zongzi: Made with glutinous rice, pork belly, salted egg yolk, and other ingredients, with a fragrant aroma, soft and sticky texture, and rich but not greasy taste. • 🐚 Haitou Pig Intestine Bun: Shaped like pig intestines, but actually rice noodle skin wrapped with filling, served with a special dipping sauce, with a sour and spicy taste. 🛏️ Accommodation • 🏨 Ocean Flower Island: The island has many hotels, from luxurious five-star hotels to budget apartments, meeting different needs. You can enjoy various entertainment options downstairs, with convenient transportation. • 🌆 Danzhou City: There are many business hotels and homestays, with affordable prices and complete facilities. They are close to local markets and restaurants, allowing you to experience authentic local life. 🚗 Transportation Guide • ✈️ By Air: You can first arrive at Haikou Meilan International Airport or Sanya Phoenix International Airport, and then take a high-speed train to Danzhou. There are frequent trains, making it convenient and fast. • 🚄 By High-speed Train: High-speed trains on the island go directly to Danzhou, with stations such as Baimajing Station and Yintan Station. Choose according to your itinerary, and you can take a taxi or transfer to a bus after getting off the train. • 🚌 City Transportation: Some buses cover scenic spots, with different operating hours. You can also choose to take a taxi or rent a car for self-driving, making travel more free. 📝 Travel Tips • The temperature difference between morning and evening in Danzhou in winter is slightly large, so remember to bring a light jacket 🧥. • When playing by the sea, pay attention to sun protection and prepare sunscreen, sunglasses, and a sun hat 👒. • When tasting food, you can go to small shops frequented by locals, where the taste is authentic and the price is affordable. Danzhou, a warm city in winter, is waiting for you to discover its beauty. Start an unforgettable journey! 💕

Shihua Water Cave is a rare natural karst cave in Danzhou, with a history of about 1.4 million years. Inside the cave, there are various forms of stalactites, and the most special feature is the peculiar stone flowers that cover the cave walls. These stone flowers are small and dense, resembling clusters of blooming flowers. There is also an underground river inside the cave, which can be explored by boat.

🌸 Highly recommend the Shihua Water Cave Park in Danzhou, Hainan, a perfect destination for family trips that combines education, exploration, and fun! 📍 The Shihua Water Cave Park is located in Bayi Farm, Yaxing Town, Danzhou City, Hainan Province, and is easily accessible by self-driving or taking a tourist bus. 🕗 The park is open daily from 08:00 to 17:30, all year round, providing ample visiting time for tourists. 💰 The ticket package (admission + boat ride) is reasonably priced, with adult tickets at 53 yuan, concession tickets for seniors/students at 35 yuan, and free entry for children under 1.2 meters. 🌈 The scenic area boasts a rich variety of attractions. The gentle boat ride through the water cave feels like being in the Dragon Palace, while the dry cave features geological wonders such as stalactites and stalagmites, which are both visually appealing and scientifically valuable. 📝 Here are some tips for your visit: First, tour the dry cave, then take a boat to explore the water cave and experience the different karst landscapes. The cave's scenery is unique and perfect for taking photos to remember your trip. Free guided tours are available to help visitors gain a deeper understanding of karst knowledge. 🌟 Friendly reminder: Please wear comfortable shoes as the tour takes about an hour. The temperature inside the cave is low, so it's advisable to bring a light jacket.

Dan Zhou is really beautiful Don't miss the Shihua Water Cave attraction in Dan Zhou Walking through the colorful karst caves Feel the patchwork world before your eyes! You can also take deep breaths of forest air here / Inside the cave, we can also see the three major rock types on the Earth's surface Sedimentary rock, igneous rock, and metamorphic rock Characterized by 'mountain spirit, water elegance, cave mystery, and stone oddity' The still water is clear and beautiful, the flowing water conveys emotions, there are scenes within scenes, a unique cave paradise It's a magical underground art palace" During the tour, you can also learn about geological knowledge Suitable for family trips, and also for bringing children to learn science knowledge / ❓About Shihua Water Cave The karst cave of Shihua Water Cave formed 400 million years ago, and the cave landscape formed 1.4 million years ago, after the evolution of the Earth's wilderness, creating a unique karst spectacle. Entering the cave from the entrance of the Shihua Water Cave tour feels like stepping into an underground palace Hainan Shihua Water Cave Geopark consists of underground karst caves and underground river attractions, above-ground stone forest attractions, mountain sightseeing areas, tropical fruit gardens, tent camping bases, research and practice education bases, etc. / 📰Travel Tips: Dry cave👉Water cave👉Stone forest Follow the guide's route, the cave area consists of dry and water caves, the karst cave is 5 kilometers long, currently only 1 kilometer is open, 650 meters by land, 350 meters by water, the water cave requires a boat tour ➡️Various shapes of stalactites The colorful lights light up, and the various forms of stalactites in the cave are vividly presented, they are either 'standing gracefully' or 'falling from the sky', some like foxes, some like longevity stars, some like phoenixes, some like fairies, lifelike ➡️Flowering stones Gypsum flowers, distributed in the upper level of the Shihua Water Cave, formed by non-gravitational water action, the leaves are as fine as hair Don't miss the 'one stone two flowers' curly stone, gypsum flower, calcite crystal clusters developed in the cave, which are called national treasures and unique in the world ➡️The water cave is winding and bizarre, with colorful waves, and a light boat roaming through it, as if inviting you to visit the Dragon Palace, letting your imagination run wild, and it's incredibly beautiful. Moving slowly, the time tunnel, the illusion of light and shadow, the immersive experience of technology➕light and shadow ➡️After getting off the boat, follow the path to the stone forest area The beauty is bizarre everywhere, and all kinds of strange stones are dazzling / 📷Other attractions Romantic and beautiful ancient-style boats, popular rainbow slides, thrilling experiences, children's zip lines, and other experience projects 📷Photo spots: If you want to overlook the overall beauty of Shihua Water Cave, you can walk along the mountain trail several times, 360° no dead angle to see the scenery of Yingdao Lake / 🚗Transportation Tips 1️⃣Self-driving Departing from Haikou: Take the G98 West Line Expressway to Danzhou, then take the East Cheng to G225 National Road directly to Danzhou Bayi General Field Departing from Sanya: Take the G98 West Line Expressway to Baisha Bangxi, then take the G225 National Road directly to Danzhou Bayi General Field 2️⃣Take a bus ♦️At Danzhou Nada bus station, take the Chamao bus ♦️At Danzhou Nada bus station, take any bus passing by Bayi, and from Bayi General Field take a motorcycle/tricycle to Shihua Water Cave / 🕙Playtime About an hour

🏖 Located at the foot of Yingdao Mountain, the Shihua Water Cave in Danzhou is the lowest latitude natural karst cave developed in China. It was formed 1.4 million years ago and was accidentally discovered only in 1998. Compared with the karst landforms in other regions of China, it has many unique features, hence it is known as the 'Stone Flower Karst Cave Museum' of the world. 👀 The 'Three Wonders' of the Shihua Water Cave: 1⃣️ Calcite Stone Flower Do not miss the treasure of the cave, 'Treasure Pavilion'. Although it is a small piece, it is a whole cluster of huge calcite crystals, presenting a white or colorless transparent rhombohedral shape. With the colorful lights, who wouldn't be captivated?!!! 2⃣️ Gypsum Stone Flower 'The iron tree blooms after a thousand years, the stone sublimates after ten thousand years.' This refers to the gypsum flower. The top of the stone flower looks like fluff, resembling the flocculent flowers when they bloom, very special! 3⃣️ Curled Stone Flower This is the most characteristic stone flower, called the 'National Premium Stone' by experts! Its shape is like that of sandworms or earthworms curling up, with a hollow center that contains water, just like a bent PVC pipe. Currently, its formation cannot be explained scientifically, so the display area is protected with a glass frame. 🎫 Ticket: Online 53 yuan, On-site 60 yuan Includes cave explanation and boat ride, a total of 90 minutes, with intervals of half an hour 🕐 Time: 09:00-17:00 (No entry into the water cave after 16:30 for incomplete visits

The whole scenic area is not very big. At the entrance of the park, there are stone sculptures of the eight immortals in the Eight Immortals Crossing the Sea. Our tour route is to go directly to the water cave of Xinxinnian to visit. In the cave, there are stalactites, stalagmites, curly stones, single crystal calcite flowers and other landscapes of great ornamental and scientific value. Among them, the curly stone is called "the best stone in the country" by experts. There are guides explaining the whole process in the cave. The cave is relatively natural, with few artificial traces, exhaust and colorful lights. You can also see some small bats hanging upside down on the top of the cave. The most amazing part is the boat tour of the water cave at the end. There are 10 people in a boat. During the tour, you can see countless "fruit bats" hanging upside down in the high cave. There is a little "bat" smell. If you mind the smell, it is recommended to wear a mask. If you are lucky, you can catch a "bat" During the Ming and Qing dynasties, homophonic meanings were popular, and bats were named after their "bat" and "bat". "Fu" is a homonym for "Fu", so it has been associated with happiness. It is widely believed among the people that Zhang Guolao, one of the Eight Immortals, was transformed from a white bat spirit at the beginning of chaos. It is also said that Zhong Kui was transformed from a bat, or that a field mouse drank the water from the Naihe Bridge, grew wings, and turned into a bat, becoming Zhong Kui's pioneer in catching ghosts... These legends have made the image of the bat widely popular. In addition to the dragon as the main character, the patterns on the dragon robes of the Qing Dynasty emperors also include various supporting characters, such as the "Twelve Chapters", cloud patterns, bat patterns, etc. The red bat with cloud pattern symbolizes "great fortune and great luck". People in the Tang Dynasty loved bats. Poets such as Han Yu, Bai Juyi and Yuan Zhen all wrote poems about bats. Bai Juyi called bats "immortals among mice." In ancient auspicious patterns, two bats together represent "blessing upon blessing", and five bats together represent "five blessings (blessing, fortune, The pattern of bats and copper coins together means "blessings are in sight", and the pattern of a boy catching bats and putting them into a vase means "peace and blessings come from heaven". This round of tour really gave me a lot of "bat" culture! After taking a boat out of the water cave, you will reach the Stone Forest Scenic Area. The area is very small, but the stones are beautiful. As for the activities for children, I can only say that it depends on what the children like to play. In short, I personally feel that if you have a trip along the way, you can still consider planning it.

It’s a pity that such a natural scenery is not popular🔥, but I think it’s worth it👍 🎀Longmen Waves Colorful Bay These two attractions are very close to each other, you must go. The primitive natural scenery is absolutely beautiful, with volcanic mineral landforms, and the photos taken at the stone cave gate 📷 are also super photogenic. The photos taken at Wucai Bay are even more amazing. Moreover, you can go to the sea in these two places after the tide goes out. There are many hermit crabs and shells 🐚, which are all very beautiful! 🎀Shihua Water Cave It was formed 1.4 million years ago and was reportedly discovered in 1998. The lighting inside the cave is really great. It is the most beautiful cave I have ever seen, especially the Dragon Palace. It is absolutely amazing. It makes me feel like I have walked into the Dragon Palace under the sea. It fits the image of the Dragon Palace in my mind. 🎀Ocean Flower Island There are many attractions on the island. If you have enough time, you can stay here for two more days. The Wedding Manor, the Custom Street, the Ocean Park, and the Sea View Park are all very good. It is definitely a pure photo-taking and check-in holy place. Check-in food Coconut Chicken. Coconut Chicken The taste of coconut chicken really attracts me. The bottom of the coconut chicken pot is made of three fresh coconut milks, which smells particularly refreshing and sweet. The portion of chicken is also very large. After boiling, the chicken is full of soup. The firm and plump chicken tastes really chewy and tender. Another bowl of chicken soup is really satisfying. 🎀Qiongzhou dregs vinegar There is something really good in this pot. The hot and sour soup base is perfect for dipping seafood in. It is even more delicious when dipped in the store's secret dipping sauce.

Hainan's rare caves There are many strange rock landscapes in the cave🪨 Stones can be photographed with the texture and artistic feel of oil paintings🏔 Absolutely ❗️ - The lighting in the cave is very well done Especially the Dragon Palace here🏛 Nearly 360° surround dynamic projection It makes me feel like I really walked into the underwater dragon palace🌊 - The stone walls in the cave are covered with strange stone flowers. These stone flowers are naturally formed single mineral crystals Sparkling under the light 💎 "One Stone, Two Flowers" in the Cave "Curly stone, aragonite flower, calcite crystal flower" is very special - The tour is divided into two parts: dry cave and water cave The water cave requires a boat ride🛶 Water depth 18m❗️ The whole tour will be led by a guide About 30 minutes per batch If you want to listen to the explanation, you must follow the guide closely. Sitting at the bow has a better view. ⚠️When visiting the cave 🙅Touch the stone wall 🙅Use flash - The stone forest scenic spot on the ground is a pastoral scenery There are strange rocks inside the cave and green mountains outside the cave⛰ Very artistic~

Remember the last article wrote about Hainan's beautiful first mountain, in fact, Hainan also has a beautiful first cave, do you know where it is? It is located in Yaxing Town, Danzhou City, Hainan Province, located in the southwest of Danzhou City, dominating the Yingdao Mountain of 81 General Farm, connected to Dacheng Town in the east, Qifang Town in the south, Haitou Town in the west, and Wangwu Town in the east, with a superior geographical location, beautiful natural scenery, and a rare natural cave in Danzhou, it is the local famous 4A tourist attraction Shihua Water Cave Geological Park. Personally, there are countless beautiful sceneries in Hainan, especially the vast sea is well-known, so the most easily overlooked is Hainan's caves, such as Shihua Water Cave is very special. Scenic overview: The so-called Shihua Water Cave, also known as Shihua Cave, the structure of the cave is mainly composed of dry caves and water caves, compared to the dry cave landscape is more, the cave is inlaid with various shapes of stalactites, stone pillars, stone stalagmites and stone waterfalls, etc., the most eye-catching is the cave wall is full of stone flowers, strange shapes, small and dense, some like a bunch of blooming flower buds, flowers compete for beauty; some are budding, colorful, people can not help but sigh, the nature of the magic. In addition, the stone flower composed of curly stone, Wen stone flower and calcite crystal flower is a very rare and rare cave landscape in the cave world, extremely precious, known as the three treasures of the cave. Travel guide: Shihua Water Cave is not large, but in the total length of about one kilometer of the tour, it has gathered many advantages of the cave in one, with the typical characteristics of karst caves, can be called the essence of concentration. Visitors to the cave, it is recommended to visit the dry cave first, and then take a boat tour. The dry cave is about 650 meters long, the water cave is about 350 meters long, along the way you can enjoy the various shapes and colorful stalactites, each stalactite is like a masterpiece of nature, under the light, showing a variety of colorful colors, forming a breathtaking colorful. Under the free guide's explanation, these stalactites that have been silent since 1.4 million years ago are vividly displayed in front of the visitors, imitating the shape of the object, lifelike. Where the visitors pass, the stalactites are everywhere, the stalactites are hanging, under the dreamlike water wave light, like a silver waterfall splashing, strange and varied, each showing its own style, there are scenes in the scene, there are caves in the cave. The most beautiful feeling is the sunken ship wandering on the underground dark river, the boat is leisurely, as if traveling in the Dragon Palace, the white and flawless stone flowers in front of the eyes, crystal clear, can be called the Stone Flower Cave Museum, especially various strange shapes of stalactites, pure natural. Visitors in the cave, everything in front of the eyes is so dreamy and magical, the boat ripples on the water surface a kind of quiet breath, as if heading to a mysterious treasure room, as if connected to the soul of the earth, telling an old and mysterious story, whenever the crystal clear water droplets fall from the stalactites, as if nature is playing a beautiful movement, quiet and mysterious, making people feel a kind of wonderful quiet. In the Shihua Water Cave, you can breathe the sweet breath brought by the air at any time, listen to the sound of water droplets falling, in the narrow and winding river, every turn of the boat, you will have new discoveries and surprises, mysterious and unpredictable. Transportation guide: Non-self-driving tourists can take the Danzhou 101 bus, get off at the gate of 81 General Farm, and walk about three kilometers to get there. Ticket policy: Shihua Water Cave Geological Park adult ticket peak season 63 yuan, off-season 53 yuan, students 35 yuan per person. Personal opinion: In summary, do you feel that apart from the sea, the caves in Hainan are also beautiful? If you have leisure and elegance, you might as well come here to see, appreciate the masterpiece of nature, feel the magic of nature.

When visiting Hainan, in addition to the beaches of Sanya, you can also take a walk in Danzhou~ Here is the niche attraction Hainan Shihua Water Cave Geological Park, let me bring you my travel guide🥰 Formed 1.4 million years ago, the natural karst cave is a geological landscape of stalactites and stalagmites. There will be a guide's guidance, the cave is full of coolness~ There are colorful lighting effects, the stone flowers on the rock wall are spectacular, and the gift of nature is presented in front of you🥳 The boating area is a naturally formed underground lake with a depth of 18 meters. Be sure to pay attention to safety! There are a large number of bats living inside, bats are auspicious incarnations in China, they will not attack actively, but the smell is a bit big, it is recommended that everyone wear masks The boat ride takes about 15 minutes. Along the river, the boat slowly sails out of the cave, and it suddenly becomes clear. It feels like a wonderful and novel journey to me🤩 There will also be some small play projects, rainbow slides, step by step startling, children's zip lines, etc., which are suitable for all ages and must-visit tourist attractions in Danzhou~ 🏠 Hainan Shihua Water Cave Geological Park 📍 Hainan Province Danzhou City Danzhou 81 Farm Shihua Road