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Qianjiang Puhua Underground River (Puhua Dark River) Tourism Area
4A Tourism Area

Qianjiang Puhua Underground River (Puhua Dark River) Tourism Area

黔江蒲花暗河景区

Chongqing, Qianjiang·29.6988°N, 107.0072°E
Ticket Price
Free admission
Duration
4-5 hours

About Qianjiang Puhua Underground River (Puhua Dark River) Tourism Area

Puhua Underground River in Qianjiang lets visitors boat through a glowing limestone cavern of stalactites, then emerge into a green karst gorge framed by natural stone bridges.

Highlights

• A navigable underground river cave with stalactites and a dark river. • The connected Puhua karst gorge and the Three Bridges above ground. • Boat trips through the lit cavern.

Suggested Route

Take a boat into the underground river, then walk the above-ground gorge trail; allow 2-3 h.

Food & Lodging

Farmhouse and river-fish dishes; lodging in Qianjiang or the town.

Facilities

Parking, restrooms, boat rental, and a visitor center.
Travel Tips

Wear layers as mountain weather can change quickly. Photography is best in golden hour.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November)

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.

Location

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Buying tickets as a foreign visitor

Most 5A/4A sites require real-name registration — bring your passport.

Tickets often must be booked in advance online — peak season & holidays sell out quickly.

Some remote or border-area sites have entry restrictions for foreign visitors — check before you travel.

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Opening Hours

08:30-17:30

Getting There

In Qianjiang; from Qianjiang Station drive ~20 km to Puhua; bus to Puhua Township.

Reservation

No mandatory booking; tickets on-site/online.

Ticket Price

Free admission

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
黔江蒲花暗河景区

29.6988, 107.0072

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