Taigu Cave (太古洞)

The short answer: A large karst (limestone) cave inside the Youyang 'Peach Blossom Spring' (Taohuayuan) scenic area. It is presented as the 'underground paradise' and a geological attraction connected to the real-world setting of Tao Yuanming's Peach Blossom Spring legend.

At a glance

Where it is: Youyang Taohuayuan scenic area, Youyang Tujia and Miao Autonomous County, Chongqing.

What it is

A large karst (limestone) cave inside the Youyang 'Peach Blossom Spring' (Taohuayuan) scenic area. It is presented as the 'underground paradise' and a geological attraction connected to the real-world setting of Tao Yuanming's Peach Blossom Spring legend.

Why it's worth the stop

Large karst cave in the Youyang Taohuayuan scenic area
Underground cavern connected to the 'Peach Blossom Spring' setting
Popular for cave scenery and the scenic area's AAAA/AAAAA-level tourism

Getting there

Located within the Youyang Taohuayuan scenic area (Youyang Tujia and Miao Autonomous County), Chongqing; reached via Youyang town/local transport. Specific routing not confirmed.