5A Tourism Area
Designated 2015
Shuidonggou Tourism Area (Shuidonggou Site)
银川市水洞沟旅游区
Ningxia, Yinchuan★ 4.5Designated 2015·38.4182°N, 106.3234°E
Ticket Price
CNY 60; CNY 1; CNY 30
Duration
3 to 4 hours
Rating
4.5 / 5.0
Designated
2015
About Shuidonggou Tourism Area (Shuidonggou Site)
An impressive cave and grotto complex in Yinchuan, Ningxia, featuring extraordinary stalactites and underground chambers.
Highlights
China's first paleolithic site (Hetao Man); Ming-dynasty border-defense forts, an earth-bank Great Wall, camel-bell post road and gorge wetland.
Suggested Route
From the visitor center see the museum, the Ming fort and earth Great Wall, then the gorge boat or camel ride and the Zhangguozhuang relic; allow half a day.
Food & Lodging
Try Yinchuan lamb and Ningxia dates; stay in Yinchuan.
Facilities
Sightseeing bus
Travel Tips
Check official website for current information. Respect local customs and regulations. Best visited during mild weather seasons.
Location
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Tours & activities
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Opening Hours
Peak season (April-October): 8:00-17:30; Off-season: 8:30-17:00.
Getting There
In Lingwu, Yinchuan; ~19 km from Yinchuan city, ~11 km from Yinchuan Hedong Airport; shuttle bus from Yinchuan / intercity bus line 1.
Reservation
Advance online reservation recommended via official WeChat '水洞沟'; real-name entry; on-site tickets available but limited.
Ticket Price
CNY 60; CNY 1; CNY 30
Address
Yinchuan City Lingwu City Linhe Town Shuidonggou Scenic Area
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