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Fengjie Tiankeng Difeng (Xiaozhai Tiankeng & Earth Crack) Tourism Area
4A Tourism Area

Fengjie Tiankeng Difeng (Xiaozhai Tiankeng & Earth Crack) Tourism Area

奉节天坑地缝景区

Chongqing, Fengjie·29.7720°N, 106.9604°E
Ticket Price
CNY 60, students CNY 30
Duration
2-3 hours

About Fengjie Tiankeng Difeng (Xiaozhai Tiankeng & Earth Crack) Tourism Area

Xiaozhai Tiankeng is one of the world's deepest and largest karst sinkholes, linked to the narrow Earth-Crack fissure gorge, both carved from the same limestone plateau.

Highlights

• One of the worlds largest sinkholes (Xiaozhai Tiankeng, about 660 m deep). • The narrow Earth-Crack fissure gorge with waterfalls. • Karst wonders near the Three Gorges.

Suggested Route

Descend into the sinkhole, then walk the Earth-Crack trail along the stream; allow 3-4 h.

Food & Lodging

Farmhouse and river dishes; lodging in Fengjie or nearby towns.

Facilities

Parking, restrooms, stairways, shuttle, and a visitor center.
Travel Tips

Hire a guide or audio tour for deeper understanding of the historical context.

📅 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

09:00-17:00 (closed Mondays, except holidays)

Getting There

In Fengjie; from Fengjie Station drive ~40 km to Xinglong Town (Xiaozhai Tiankeng).

Reservation

Booking recommended via 'Baidicheng Qutangxia' WeChat / OTA.

Ticket Price

CNY 60 (≈ $8.3), students CNY 30 (≈ $4.2)

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
奉节天坑地缝景区

29.7720, 106.9604

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