Tenglong Cave
One of China’s largest karst caves and one of the world’s premier cave systems. The dry cave extends 52.6 kilometres, with an entrance 74 metres high and 64 metres wide,…
Tenglong Cave, Enshi
Key facts
- Admission
- ¥170
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Getting there
- Buses to Tenglong Cave depart from both the east and west gates of Lichuan. At Lichuan Railway Station, a dedicated Tenglong Cave shuttle is available and can be seen right outside the exit.
- Guidebook rating
- 3 / 5
From China Self Guided Travel 2025, page 2036. Open in Google Maps
About Tenglong Cave
One of China’s largest karst caves and one of the world’s premier cave systems. The dry cave extends 52.6 kilometres, with an entrance 74 metres high and 64 metres wide, making it Asia’s largest dry cave. The water cave swallows the waters of the Qingjiang River and forms a 23-metre waterfall, after which the river flows as an underground stream 16.8 kilometres long. Remarkably, the wet and dry caves are separated by just a single wall.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Tenglong Cave cost?
Admission to Tenglong Cave is ¥170, as listed in the 2025 guidebook. Prices can change; check the official channel before you go.
How do I get to Tenglong Cave?
Buses to Tenglong Cave depart from both the east and west gates of Lichuan. At Lichuan Railway Station, a dedicated Tenglong Cave shuttle is available and can be seen right outside the exit.
How long should I spend at Tenglong Cave?
Plan on 2–3 hours for Tenglong Cave.
Where is Tenglong Cave?
Tenglong Cave is in Enshi, Hubei Province, in the Central China of China. Located 6 kilometres outside the Lichuan city centre
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