The geological wonder of karst landform
Geological formation
The karst landform of Enshi Grand Canyon was formed 250 million years ago during the Triassic period. After a long period of geological evolution and water erosion, it has created the spectacular scene we see today.
Main features
- Peak forest landform - Thousands of limestone peak columns
- Underground cave - Rich underground cave systems
- Natural Bridge - A naturally formed stone bridge
- Underground river - Abundant underground water resources
Unique value
Enshi Grand Canyon is an important part of the World Natural Heritage of Karst in southern China and has extremely high scientific research and aesthetic value.
| Geological features | Description | Scientific value |
|---|---|---|
| The crevice of Yunlong River | A 20-kilometer-long fissure wonder | A living textbook for studying crustal movement |
| A stick of incense | A 150-meter-high independent stone pillar | A typical representative of karst landforms |
| Longmen Stone Forest | Dense limestone forest | An important sample for studying karst development |