Adventures in Tonglu: During an 18 degree cave exploration, I encountered a 28 degree internet famous glass overpass
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2024-07-07 00:24:42
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Outdoor outing

Where do you most want to go on weekends?

Although this year is a bit special, we can still be at the most suitable time for outdoor activities

Try more unique outdoor experiences.

After holding it for a long time, I can finally go to the suburbs to breathe the most natural air,

The first stop for weekend vacation is at Chuiyun Tongtian River in Tonglu, Hangzhou.

Net Red glass walkway, Glass Road Rafting, Cruise, Scream Spring

The fun of nature will make you forget the troubles of the city, and even forget the pressure and troubles of work,

Because here, we can give you a warm spring day.

Whether you bring friends or family, you can drive from Hangzhou for less than 2 hours to this paradise,

Spend a rich vacation in Chuiyun Tongtian River.


Play Trail

Cave exploration

Internet famous glass bridge

Air rafting

Internet celebrity check-in point - Angel Wings

Internet celebrity check-in point - Bird's Nest

National 4A level scenic spot - Chuiyun Tongtian River


Drifting in caves, with unique caves

Hangzhou is not a unfamiliar place for many people. When it comes to Hangzhou, people will think of West Lake, Lingyin Temple, Xixi National Wetland Park, and so on. Although the pace of life in Hangzhou is getting faster and faster nowadays, compared to first tier cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen, Hangzhou is a place that is both suitable for struggle and for living. On weekends, people from Hangzhou also come to the outskirts of Hangzhou to get close to nature.

Hangzhou is not only a city with scenic spots, but more beautiful scenery is actually hidden in suburban county towns, such as Qiandao Lake, Yuhang, Tonglu, etc., all of which have natural scenery different from the city. Tonglu is my favorite place to visit besides the city center. Tonglu, known as the International Garden City, boasts abundant natural scenery and a mysterious cave. Inside, there is a underground river known as the Chuiyun Tongtian River, which is the largest underground river in the world.

Tonglu itself is a relatively mountainous area, with underground rivers in the karst caves at the foot of the mountain. The one known as the number one underground river in the world is this Chuiyun Tongtian River. Chuiyun Tongtian River is a karst underground river, and at the end of the river is the Tiandong Mountain Forest Park. Due to the dense jungle and vegetation, the water in the forest converges into a river, pouring down from the height of Chaotian Cave, becoming the underground river inside the cave. Its name is also vividly called Tongtian River.

Usually, visiting karst caves involves walking in, and the cave at Chuiyun Tongtian River requires taking a boat to enter. For the first time exploring karst caves in this way, it was very new to me. There were 10 people on a boat, and the boatmen would row and introduce us to the strange shaped stones we saw. The shapes of these stones were also quite storytelling, and the small animal shapes at the entrance of the cave were like the guardians of the cave.

After entering the cave, the scenery inside the cave was unique and amazed me. The colorful lights shone brightly on the stalactites, as if they were in a fairyland. These stones with different shapes were endowed with legendary colors and stories. This was the first time I saw such an underground river scene, sitting on a small boat floating on the dark river, like a dream.

The cave is very cool, at 18 degrees Celsius all year round. The water ice of the underground river is cool, but clear and transparent. Although the river channel is very dark, once illuminated by lights, one can see the bottom of the river, which is enough to see the clarity of the dark river. Strolling through the winding and winding river channel, with various stalactites on both sides, the exquisite craftsmanship of nature is vividly displayed in the cave that connects the hanging clouds and the Milky Way.

When taking a boat tour of a karst cave, you can admire various ancient sites such as Chuiyun, Zhenshan Ancient Town, Jiangnan Mongolian yurt, Shuida Guanyuan, and Shifoshan Cave that are printed on the stone wall. For example, this stone wall with Buddha characters is also printed with a section of scripture next to it, cleverly integrating nature and culture, and experiencing Zen in the dark karst cave.

The history of Chuiyun Tongtian River is actually very long. It was discovered by ancestors as early as the Wu and Yue periods of the Three Kingdoms. On the stone wall above the entrance of the cave, there are four large cliff carvings of Chuiyun Ancient Site printed. Nowadays, the stalactites inside the cave have also been formed for thousands of years. These stones hidden deep inside the cave, under the illumination of today's lights, present a spectacular beauty, which not only makes people admire them repeatedly.

This is like stalactites in the starry sky, making people feel like they are watching stars on a river. It must be said that the cave lights in the Chuiyun Tongtian River match the stories expressed by these stones very well. On the blue stone walls, there are dots of white light shining, just like the twinkling stars. The dark cave becomes more like a fairy tale world because of these lights.

When the cruise ship is about halfway through, there is a specially designed lifting device that can lift tourists and boats up to a secondary river with an 8-meter height drop. This kind of karst cave conveyor belt is also my first time seeing it, like a time tunnel, with people and ships flying directly to the top of the rock, and there is a little excitement during the ascent.

The hanging clouds that rise to the second level river channel connect the Tianhe River, creating a colorful scene. There is a big hole on the top of the mountain that leads directly to the outside of the sky, only then can one truly understand what it means to have a unique cave in the sky. And upon closer inspection, these stalactites appear to have been designed in shape, but they are all naturally formed. This is probably the most unique feature of the Chuiyun Tongtian River, where there is a river and scenery. At first, it was completely unimaginable outside the cave that such a wonderful scene was inside.

Because some of the hanging stalactites are very close to the river surface, some places have to let tourists down first, walk a distance, and then pick them up from the boat. However, it also gives us the opportunity to explore the cave on foot and touch these unique stalactites up close. The Chuiyun Tongtian River also has an underground river exploration route, which will be equipped with more professional equipment and led by a full-time exploration guide. Experience climbing rock cliffs and exploring canyons in a millennium old karst cave, which is a very interesting and fresh experience for visitors in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai.

Drifting in the cave, one should occasionally look up, because the most exciting thing is always above their heads. The pouring stalactites, like a hanging waterfall, are very spectacular. During the process of sailing, we also need to be very careful of our own small brains, because some inverted stalactites are close to the river surface and can accidentally hit our heads. Therefore, the boatman's aunt often reminds us to remember to lower our heads while taking photos.

After getting off the boat and reaching the end of the cave, there was a very long staircase leading to the mountainside of Tiandong Mountain. There were more exciting outdoor experiences from there, and I had to slowly challenge myself. However, the first step I had to take was this invisible staircase. Climbing with a mask was really breathless.


Internet famous glass bridge, crossing the longest and tallest glass bridge

If the most unique experience of Chuiyun Tongtian River is cave exploration, then the most popular project is undoubtedly the glass overpass of Chuiyun Tongtian River. After walking out of the cave and reaching the mountaintop, you will find this long and tall Lingyun Overpass, which is the core landscape of Chuiyun Tongtian River. The glass bridge is over 300 meters long and approximately 150 meters high, making it the longest and tallest among all the glass bridges I have walked across.

Before I even climbed the mountain, just looking at the glass overpass from below gave me a feeling of falling from a high altitude. As someone who enjoys excitement, I couldn't help but feel a bit excited. I don't know what kind of scenery it would be like to go up there.

To climb onto the glass bridge, one needs to climb the mountain road for more than ten minutes to see the four big characters of Lingyun Overpass in front of them. Walking on a glass bridge requires wearing shoe covers, which are non slip. In the blue sky and white clouds, the transparent glass cloud bridge is specially matched with the clouds in the sky.

I have also walked through many popular glass overpasses in China, but the only one that stands out is the one with the highest and longest glass overpass that I have ever walked. It is reported that this glass overpass has undergone four years of design and construction, cleverly integrating modern engineering with natural landscapes.

At the beginning of stepping on the glass bridge, I was still a little nervous. I was not afraid of heights, but I was still very nervous when I stepped on the Lingyun Overpass. After all, it was the highest glass overpass that I walked. I hardly walked over the glass overpass that was more than 100 meters high. In addition, it was long, so I slowed down my pace. The child in front walked faster than the adult, as if he didn't know anything about fear.

Walking trembling on the Lingyun Overpass, one can also overlook the beautiful scenery of Chuiyun Tongtian River. The natural scenery of Tonglu is breathtaking, as if strolling through the clouds. Although the height is really high, fortunately there is no danger. If you also enjoy challenging and stimulating, then this is a must visit internet famous scenic spot in Tonglu.

Looking around, the blue sky and white clouds seem within reach, with a gentle breeze blowing in, making it particularly comfortable. The charm of the Lingyun Overpass goes far beyond that. Compared to other popular glass bridges that simply walk on the glass path, the internet famous glass bridge that connects clouds and the Milky Way creates a unique feeling of aerial stroll for me. This thrilling and thrilling feeling is unmatched by other amusement facilities.

Speaking of which, I actually brought a plane to take photos, but I didn't expect it to be so high. I immediately hesitated and looked down at the infinite abyss below. I just flew a little before returning. Not to mention the plane, even when I stand there, my heart is constantly beating faster.

Strolling on the Lingyun Overpass feels like being on the Xianyun Bridge. Strolling on the bridge is like riding in the wind, feeling the excitement of walking in the air, it's truly a beautiful journey. The internet celebrity bridge can also take many internet celebrity photos. The mirror surface of the glass bridge reflects the sky, and people can create various shapes on it, just like stepping on the sky.

With a smile on my face and a sense of fear in my heart, when taking portraits, I felt a bit flustered. I felt a strong fear of heights.

After walking through the Lingyun Overpass, looking back at the road I have walked, I truly admire myself and every person who has walked by. If you also enjoy excitement, then be sure to challenge the Lingyun Overpass that hangs over the Milky Way, ensuring that you will never forget it.


Glass drift, speed and splashes

The second internet famous experience of Tongtian River is air rafting, which is probably the most exciting rafting experience I have ever experienced. It is a glass water slide with a high-altitude suspension, covering a distance of more than 1350 meters, with a height difference of more than 120 meters between the head and tail. It is known as the first rafting in Hangzhou. From the internet famous glass bridge, there is a glass rafting track, experiencing 360 degree air spinning rafting. Just looking at it, it feels quite thrilling.

Due to its unique natural conditions, the floating water of Tongtian River flows more and more into the clear and natural Tongtian River. The clear and natural river water enters the transparent glass slide and slides from the valley to the ground in a kayak, with continuous bends and splashing water, but not getting wet. It is thrilling but safe, and on the glass slide, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Tongtian River, making it a popular spot for internet celebrities to check in.

The day I went happened to be scorching with the sun in the sky, as if it were summer. What was the most exciting fun of summer? Of course, it's drifting. The drifting of Chuiyun Tongtian River is located between the mountains and forests. Looking at the drift path from above, it accidentally lands and hides in the mountains and forests. Every turn feels like falling into nature.

Unlike typical outdoor rafting, the aerial rafting of Chuiyun Tongtian River takes place on a glass track with a layer of water on it, which reduces the resistance of your lifeboat. The speed is faster on the glass track, which is very exciting.

Before drifting, you need to wear a raincoat because once the speed increases, it is likely to get wet. Therefore, cameras, phones, and other items should also be stored in advance.

At the moment I slid out, the acceleration was completely out of my control. The speed was really fast, and every time I reached a bend, I felt like I was about to be thrown out. In just 5 minutes, I reached the finish line. Looking back, it was still a bit unsatisfied, making me feel like I wanted to slide again.


How to take internet celebrity check-in points and internet beauty photos

Since Chuiyun Tongtian River is a popular tourist attraction, there must be various popular check-in points. The same type of angel wing as Dubai Tower appears in this lush nature.

The Angel Wings were designed and personally produced by renowned designer Colette Miller from Los Angeles, USA. After arriving at the Chuiyun Tongtian River in Tonglu, she was deeply attracted by the beautiful scenery and amusement projects here, and created this Angel Wings with natural scenery as the background, mainly red, purple, and blue colors, and yellow and metal colors embellishments. It perfectly combines with the surrounding forest scenery, and this beautiful and stunning Angel Wings has become the most popular photo spot on the Chuiyun Tongtian River network. There have been people queuing up all along, and to take photos, you have to take every opportunity.

Romantic Bird's Nest
In the forest, there is also a heart shaped bird's nest hidden, but due to being too hidden, I almost missed it. This internet famous bird's nest is also a holy place for taking photos, and under the cover of big trees, it has the charm of Bali.

Of course, on the way down the mountain, various stylish rest areas can be seen everywhere, located on the protruding platform halfway up the mountain. In fact, outdoor experience is to relax. When tired, there is a good place to rest, chat, and live a slow paced outdoor vacation life.

At first, I mistakenly thought of this white resting area as a bird's nest, but seeing its strong sense of ins style, I still need to hurry up and take a photo together.

Angel Gallery
After drifting down the mountain from the glass, you will pass through an angel corridor, which is named very beautifully. It is said that when passing through this door, you silently make a wish in your heart, maybe it will work.

The outdoor experience project of Chuiyun Tongtian River is more like an aerial paradise, with different types of high-altitude projects that allow you to challenge and see how much courage you have.

As you live in the hustle and bustle of the city, have you ever thought of shouting and releasing stress? The Chuiyun Tongtian River has a special horn and fountain. You can shout as loudly as you can, and the fountain can spray as high. It's really a great way to relieve stress.
This is probably designed for people who have been suppressed for too long. The shouting fountain combines modern technology, and the louder the sound, the higher the fountain.
If you have accumulated a lot of pressure in your work and life and there is no place to relieve it, then the Shouting Spring of Chuiyun Tongtian River is the outlet of your pressure. Here, you don't need to worry about your image, just shout loudly at the trumpet mouth, and you will see that the water column of the fountain in the distance will continue to rise due to your shout, and there will be a little bit of pride in your heart.

I didn't expect a small karst cave to offer so many exciting outdoor experiences. Whether you're a boat enthusiast or a high-altitude adventurer, you can find your own fun in the Chuiyun Tongtian River.


Langshi Jintan, Drifting in Nature

A few kilometers away from the Chuiyun Tongtian River, there is also a holy land for rafting, which is Langshi Jintan. If it happens to be on a hot day, it is very suitable for drifting. Tonglu is a place with dense forests and excellent air quality. Drifting in it must be a very enjoyable experience.

The total cost of the ticket and rafting ticket is 110 yuan, so I bought an additional ticket to come and visit and see what kind of rafting is here.

Langshi Jintan is located in Langshibu, Tianmu River, Tonglu. Jintan, also known as "Tidal Reversal Beach," was formed by the rising tide of the Qiantang River in the past and is a natural pebble beach. Once this was an ancient port for water and land transportation in Tianmu Creek, with many historical relics, allusions, and folk legends. When you enter, you will see various statues of ancient people and ancient buildings with a strong sense of time.

Walking into Langshi Jintan is not quite what I imagined. It's like a small and beautiful garden, with beautiful natural scenery, surrounded by lush green mountains, rich vegetation, and exquisite garden design. Strolling through it, I suddenly feel the beauty of spring.

Finally, I saw some elements related to surfing exploration, with rugged rocks that seemed to indicate the joy of drifting exploration.

Nowadays, a large part of Langshi Jintan has been opened up as a leisure and tourism area. It has become the preferred destination for many people's team building activities, including the Qingshui Bay Danshui Beach Bathing Beach, Luhai Bull Car Scenic Area, Fengqing Palm Forest, Wild Barbecue, Tiancheng Golf Training Course, 10000 mu Grassland Horse Racing, Tents, Mongolian yurt Camping, and other characteristic tourism projects.

Cross strait paths crisscross, with intertwined beaches. The Tianmu River meanders and fluctuates, with clear and bottomless views, as well as thousand year old ancient camphor trees and a vast sea of reeds. The scenery throughout the four seasons is full of charm.

Arriving at the riverbank, the river water is clear and transparent, and the mountains on both sides are reflected in the river water. It can be said that it is a picture of green mountains and clear waters, with a peaceful time. This is also the starting point of drifting, but it doesn't look very turbulent.

The two kilometer long river has opened up a Loong Boat style tour, and nearly 100 exquisite Loong Boat welcome guests and friends from all directions. The Loong Boat is equipped with oars, gongs, drums, etc. Tourists who come here can either sit on bamboo chairs, leisurely raise their oars, drift with the waves, savor the true charm of the mountains and rivers, or play gongs and drums, compete in boats and compete for dominance, the waves hit the golden beach, and their passion spreads towards the mountains and rivers.

There are also many wild and interesting projects in Langshi Jintan, such as barbecue, golf, etc., distributed in various corners of the park, which can be said to be a rich variety of leisure and entertainment projects.

Of course, if you are here with friends or colleagues, or even for company team building, there is also a team building lawn here, which has a rich collection of brave projects. I feel that taking photos here is also beautiful. In fact, at Langshi Jintan, as long as the weather is good, you can take photos no matter how you want.

I have seen many tourists coming to the park to do company team building, and there are also many outdoor projects for people to play and challenge. Many Hangzhou people and locals choose to come here on weekends to exercise and relax. In the embrace of nature, they breathe fresh air, and in the distance, there are charming green mountains and waters, a lush green area, which is very pleasing to the eyes.


A guide to fragmented thoughts

Chuiyun Tongtian River Package Ticket: Glass Overpass+Glass Drifting+Cave Cruise, 199 yuan for holidays and 139 yuan for non holidays

Lingyun Overpass: 199 yuan
Air rafting: 120 yuan
Underground Grand Canyon: 45 yuan
Cruise: 108 yuan

Appreciate the beautiful scenery of hanging clouds connecting the Milky Way, enjoy the cozy spring, leave behind beautiful memories, and make travel more meaningful.

Transportation:
1. Take the high-speed rail. Hangzhou - Tonglu High speed Railway Station - Take bus route 2 to Fuqiaobau Station - Take bus from Tonglu to Fenshui, get off at Yangpu Orthopedic Hospital, and walk back about 300 meters to reach the scenic area
2. Take the bus from Tonglu to Fenshui at Hangzhou Station and get off at Yangpu Orthopedic Hospital. Walk about 300 meters inside to reach the scenic area
3. Driving from Hangzhou to Zhuiyun Tongtian River Scenic Area takes about 2 hours


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