Yixiantian (Thread of Sky)
A huge boulder leans over three adjoining caves. Inside them, you can look up through a crack and see a single thread of daylight. Besides its unique scenery,…
Yixiantian (Thread of Sky), Wuyi Mountain
Key facts
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Guidebook rating
- 4 / 5
From China Self Guided Travel 2025, page 1583. Open in Google Maps
About Yixiantian (Thread of Sky)
A huge boulder leans over three adjoining caves. Inside them, you can look up through a crack and see a single thread of daylight. Besides its unique scenery, the site is home to some rare plants and animals and holds cultural relics.
Tips from the guidebook
- Tips for visiting Thread of Sky: 1. The cave interior is very dark, so it is best to bring your own flashlight. Flashlights can also be rented at the entrance for ¥5 per visit.
- 2. The cave is home to rare white bats. For photos, shoot in sunlight, as the white bats look almost translucent and very beautiful in the sun.
- 3. Be sure to wear a hat before entering the cave, or you may end up covered in bat droppings.
- 4. Beside the cave grows the “treasure of bamboo”: square bamboo (Sifang Bamboo).
Frequently asked questions
How long should I spend at Yixiantian (Thread of Sky)?
Plan on 1 hour for Yixiantian (Thread of Sky).
Where is Yixiantian (Thread of Sky)?
Yixiantian (Thread of Sky) is in Wuyi Mountain, Fujian Province, in the East China of China.
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