Zhuxian cave

As the name suggests, Zhuxian cave is a forest of bamboo. As early as the 1950s, in order to better protect the environment and purify the water source, Danzhu was planted in the surrounding mountains of Zhuxiandong reservoir. In the 1990s, in order to beautify the scenic spot, nearly 20 bamboo varieties were introduced and planted. Up to now, there are about 23 kinds of Danzhu, which has become the largest variety scenic spot in Zhuhai. Entering Zhuxian cave is like dissolving in nature; beautiful mountains and rivers, fragrant flowers and birds; climbing high and looking far: Three Rivers (Lake, river and sea water), two systems (Zhuhai and Macao) and one military camp (logistics base of troops stationed in Australia) have a panoramic view, with mountain scenery, water scenery and stone scenery. In the early days of the founding of the people's Republic of China, Premier Zhou Enlai personally approved the construction of the first water supply reservoir for Macao (which is still the only drinking water source in Macao) by using the water source of sweet mountain stream in Zhuxiandong, becoming the earliest natural ecological reserve in Zhuhai. Due to its unique natural scenery and cultural landscape, Zhuxian cave was opened up as a scenic tourist area in the early 1980s with the approval of relevant departments. It has invested nearly 20 million yuan in environmental protection construction, developed and built a number of caves and pavilions, and carved more than 10 statues of Jigong and shuitong in situ. In particular, it was donated by foreign friends in early 1996 and approved by the Thai royal law Thailand's four Buddhas in Kaiguang add a rare holy place for blessing to the park. In recent years, the scenic area pays attention to the construction of the natural environment, has introduced dozens of famous bamboo varieties, built a peach garden, Rhododendron forest, every spring, a hundred flowers in full bloom, it is unforgettable, especially during the Spring Festival, has gradually become a must for Zhuhai citizens to watch the peach blossom. Due to the organic combination of natural landscape and cultural landscape, it is often praised as a fairyland by Chinese and foreign tourists, and can be called a wonderful flower in the garden city of Zhuhai.

Official website: http://www.zhuxiandong.com/

Transportation: take bus No.5, 14, 60, 61 to Zhuxiandong station.

Zhuxian cave

Bamboo fairy cave, also known as foot fairy cave in ancient times. Wanchai town is located in the Pearl River Delta. Here bamboo mountains, beautiful natural landscape, long history and culture, is a good tourism and leisure tourist area.

Located between Jiangjun mountain in Nanping and Jialin mountain in Wanchai, Zhuxian cave is one of the key scenic spots in Zhuhai. In the scenic area, there are many strange stones, gurgling mountain springs and dense bamboo trees. It is said that in ancient times, some people practiced here to become immortals. Immortals left a series of footprints on the stones. From then on, people called this place "foot Fairy Cave". Later, because "bamboo becomes a forest" and "bamboo" is homonymous with "foot", it was renamed "bamboo Fairy Cave".

The origin of names

Zhuxian cave is located on the west side of Nanwan Avenue between Wanchai town and Nanping Town in Zhuhai City. It is one of the key scenic spots in Zhuhai City. In the scenic area, there are many strange stones, gurgling mountain springs and dense bamboo trees. It is said that this place is the place where immortals come and go. At the entrance of the cave, auspicious clouds often appear and cranes often gather. Therefore, in the five years of Tongzhi, Yang Lanzhen, the forefather, engraved eight characters on a huge stone: "heaven is blessed in the cave" and "Hongxiang crane gathers". There was also a barefoot immortal who practiced here and inlaid footprints on Dishui rock ", so it is called" foot immortal cave " ”Later, because of the bamboo forest here, "foot" and "bamboo" homophonic, known as "bamboo cave".

Zhuxian cave has a high historical value and appreciation value. Here we can enjoy the beautiful sceneries such as "climbing high and looking far", "ordinary guests do not come", "Cloud Road", "juebu", "Purple gate" and "peach garden", as well as 13 exquisite sculptures such as "sleeping boy", "twelve zodiac animals" and "Donghu" carved by famous teachers and craftsmen. Guanyin temple, Baxian temple, Tudi temple and other ancient temples are also good places for worshippers to burn incense and pray for divination.

The "four sides Buddha" of Thailand presented by Ms. Zhang Zishan, a famous person in Hong Kong, has been installed and completed. General Yu Qiuli inscribed "for the benefit of the people" here.

Development history

In the third year of Tongzhi, Yang Yunyi (named Chutian), a native of Xiangshan, returned to Zhuxian cave to live in seclusion because of the corruption of the Qing government. He built bridges and roads, built temples, invited literati to write poems, splashed ink and engraved poems on rocks. He left a large number of precious historical relics for later generations, and was listed as one of the first batch of cliff stone carvings in Zhuhai Company.

In the early days of the founding of the people's Republic of China, Premier Zhou Enlai personally approved the construction of the first water supply reservoir for Macao (which is still the only drinking water source in Macao) by using the water source of sweet mountain stream in Zhuxiandong, becoming the earliest natural ecological reserve in Zhuhai. Due to its unique natural scenery and cultural landscape, Zhuxian cave was opened up as a tourist attraction in the early 1980s with the approval of relevant departments. It has invested nearly 20 million yuan in environmental protection construction, developed and built a number of stone caves and pavilions, and carved more than ten art statues such as "Jigong" and "shuitong" on the original stone. In particular, it was donated by friends from abroad in early 1996 and approved by the Thai royal family Thailand's "four sides Buddha" has added a rare holy place for blessing to the park.

Features of scenic spots

Focusing on the construction of the natural environment, the scenic spot has introduced dozens of famous bamboo varieties and built peach garden and Rhododendron forest. Every spring, hundreds of flowers are blooming, which makes people forget to return. Especially during the Spring Festival, it has gradually become a must for Zhuhai citizens to watch the peach blossom. Due to the organic combination of natural landscape and cultural landscape, it is often praised as "fairyland on earth" by Chinese and foreign tourists, and can be called a wonderful flower in the garden city of Zhuhai.

Entering Zhuxian cave is like dissolving in nature; beautiful mountains and rivers, fragrant flowers and birds; looking up from a high altitude: "Three Rivers" (Lake, river and sea), "two systems" (Zhuhai and Macao), "one military camp" (logistics base of troops stationed in Australia) have a panoramic view, with mountain scenery, water scenery and stone scenery.

natural environment

Entering Zhuxian cave is like dissolving in nature; beautiful mountains and rivers, fragrant flowers and birds; looking up from a high altitude: "Three Rivers" (Lake, river and sea), "two systems" (Zhuhai and Macao), "one military camp" (logistics base of troops stationed in Australia) have a panoramic view, with mountain scenery, water scenery and stone scenery.

As the name suggests, Zhuxian cave is a forest of bamboo. As early as the 1950s, in order to better protect the environment and purify the water source, Danzhu was planted in the surrounding mountains of Zhuxiandong reservoir. In the 1990s, in order to beautify the scenic spot, nearly 20 bamboo varieties were introduced and planted. Up to now, there are about 23 kinds of Danzhu, which has become the largest variety scenic spot in Zhuhai.

Experiments have proved that the negative ions released by bamboo are three times that of trees, so the bamboo garden is the best place to absorb fresh air and one of the best oxygen bars in Zhuhai.

In addition, rhododendrons are planted all over the bamboo forest. In early spring, rhododendrons are full of flowers, which make people forget to return.

Cliff inscriptions

According to the data, there are 14 stone carvings, including regular script, running grass, wild grass, etc. among them, the 1.6 × 1.3-meter "Dongtianfudi" and "Hongxiang Heju" stone carvings are amazing and have become a business card of Zhuxian cave.

Beautiful scenery in four seasons

Spring: gauze around, spring flowers, peach, azalea, Begonia spring in full bloom. During the Spring Festival, the Peach Blossom Festival is the only Peach Blossom Festival in Zhuhai. In case of misty and rainy weather, it's like a fairyland.

Summer: mountains from green, lush forest, lush bamboo. Listen to the sounds of wind, rain, insects and birds, water and other sounds of nature by the side of the mountain stream, and enjoy the negative ions in the green bamboo forest, which is a different kind of cool summer mood.

Autumn: mountains and lakes, forests and birds. Go to the paradise in the city and feel the romantic natural landscape painting.

Winter: with the strange peaks and craggy rocks, it is a good season for praying for blessings and outdoor barbecue. In the dry season, the medieval ruins of the reservoir come to the surface, and you can taste a different culture.

Traffic information

Bus line:

Take bus No.5, 14, 60, 61 to Zhuxiandong station.

Route:

1. Enter Zhuhai from shangchong checkpoint, drive along the direction of "Haiquanwan", and turn left about 2 km after crossing Qianshan bridge.

2. Enter Zhuhai from xiazha check point, drive along the direction of "Haiquanwan", pass through Lovers Road, cross Changsheng bridge and turn right for about 1 km.

3. Enter Zhuhai from Hezhou North checkpoint, walk along Zhuhai Avenue to Nanping overpass, turn right (Hengqin direction) for about 2 km.

Address: Zhuxiandong, Wanchai Town, Zhuhai City.

Travel Tips

1. The park is full of stone slabs and rugged paths. It is recommended to wear flat sandals and sports shoes.

2. Green bamboo, green leaves, you do not have to carry sunscreen and other equipment.

3. Wearing casual sports clothes is more conducive to sightseeing.

Address: West of Wanchai Nanwan Avenue, Wanchai Town, Xiangzhou District, Zhuhai City

Longitude: 113.51399993896

Latitude: 22.202699661255

Tel: 0756-8821294; 0756-88

Official website: http://www.zhuxiandong.com/

Tour time: 1-2 hours

Ticket information: 3 yuan

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