In the long history of China, grotto art has always been a shining pearl. From Yungang and Longmen in the north to Dunhuang in the west, these grottoes record the vicissitudes of history and the accumulation of culture. However, the Wushan Grottoes in Ninghai County, eastern Zhejiang, show a different kind of beauty. There is no religious solemnity here, but there is a natural miracle.
Wushan Grottoes is located at the top of Wushan Mountain in Changjie Town, surrounded by mountains and adjacent to the sea. It used to be the place where the ancients quarried stones, and after hundreds of years of mining, more than 30 grottoes were left, totaling more than 800 grottoes of different shapes. These grottoes are large or small, some are connected to each other, and some occupy a mountain, like pearls inlaid on Wushan.
Walking into these grottoes is like entering a magical world. The stone wall is as smooth as a mirror, as if it was artificially carved. And those naturally formed caves are even more amazing, some of the caves are rippling with clear water, and the stone walls are in contrast to each other;Some of the caves are filled with green grass and the surrounding trees form a vibrant picture.
Among these grottoes, the most striking ones are "Half of the Country" and "Qiongtai Wentian". Half of the country is named after the murals in the grottoes, which depict the history and culture of Ninghai and become the focus of visitors. The Qiongtai Wentian is the largest and most spectacular grotto in the Wushan Grottoes, standing here, it seems that you can feel the hardships and tenacity of the ancients to open the mountain and quarry.
Around the Wushan Grottoes, there are also many beautiful spots to explore. The waterfalls, streams and strange rocks in the smart landscape scenic area all make you forget to returnScenic spots such as Jianmen Xiongfeng and Shichu Longyin show the majesty and magic of Wushan Grottoes. These scenic spots and Wushan Grottoes set off each other, and together constitute the wonder of Tongdong Caves between the mountains and seas in eastern Zhejiang.
Wushan Grottoes is not only a natural landscape, but also a cultural landscape. The historical, cultural and artistic value here is endless. During the tour, we can not only appreciate the miraculous axes of nature, but also feel the wisdom and courage of the ancients. These grottoes are not only witnesses of history, but also treasures of human civilization.
In general, Wushan Grottoes is a rare natural landscape and cultural landscape. The beauty and rich cultural heritage of this place attract countless tourists to visit. If you come to Ninghai, Zhejiang, you might as well come to Wushan Grottoes to take a walk and feel the magic and beauty here. Here, you will be shocked by the wonder of nature, and you will also be moved by the greatness of human civilization.