Lishui Shimen Cave | A poetic and picturesque secret place in Jiangnan.

🌿Shimen Cave is a national 4A scenic spot, located in Qingtian County, on the bank of the Oujiang River. Linjiangqi and Drum Peaks stand opposite each other, forming a gate, hence the name "Shimen". The scenery on the way from Qingtian County is also beautiful. It is said that Liu Bowen often came here to visit the ancient and explore the secluded when he was studying at Shimen Academy. 🚌 Transportation: The scenic spot is 30 kilometers away from Qingtian County. It is recommended to drive by yourself or charter a car/taxi, and the taxi fare is about 60 yuan. 🎫 Tickets: The scenic spot ticket is 50 yuan (including Shimen Waterfall Scenic Spot + boat ticket⛴️). 📸Photo check-in points: 1️⃣Shimen Waterfall: Standing on the viewing platform, you can overlook the spectacular waterfall pouring down from the cliff, with splashing water and magnificent momentum. Occasionally the water flow is small, it is best to choose to go in the rainy season 2️⃣Nine bends and eighteen pools: Go along the stream and mountain road. Nine bends and eighteen pools have their own characteristics. ✅Shimen Cave Scenic Area Tour Route 1️⃣North Gate (Shimen Cave Ferry) by boat → Shimen Waterfall → Lingyou Temple → Shimen Academy → Take a battery car directly to Bowen Ancient Village → Take a battery car back → Take a boat back to the North Gate 2️⃣North Gate (Shimen Cave Ferry) by boat → Shimen Academy → Lingyou Temple → Shimen Waterfall → The plank road on the right side of the waterfall up the mountain (Shimen Pavilion → Baiyuan Cave → Top of the waterfall → Waterfall group) → Bowen Ancient Village (around Taiji Lake) → Battery car return → Take a boat back to the North Gate 🔹The Shimen Waterfall Scenic Area is not big, there are many inner trails, and some degree maps are displayed. They are generally divided into Shimen Waterfall, Shimen Academy, and Tianqiao. They are not far away, and you can stroll around at will (Tianqiao has been under maintenance for a long time, I don’t know if it can be opened) 🔹There is a Shimen Pavilion on the right side of the big waterfall. It is a good place to take pictures of the big waterfall. If you continue to climb up, you can walk to the top of the waterfall and the waterfall group. 🔹The waterfall group can only be reached by climbing to the top of the waterfall on foot, or by walking down from the ancient village. The road is steep, the scenic spot is not well maintained, it is not easy to walk and it is not safe, it is recommended to give up 💖Tips: There are many mountain roads in the Shimen Cave Scenic Area, it is recommended to wear comfortable sneakers to go. In addition, pay attention to sun protection and mosquito bites when playing in summer.