silica fossil
silica fossil is a scenic area in Lijiang, China.
Visitor information
- Also known as
- 硅化石
- City
- Lijiang
- Coordinates
- 27.1920045, 100.1123225
About silica fossil
Silica fossils, also known as petrified wood, are fossils formed by the replacement of silica in groundwater after trees were quickly buried during the geological period, retaining the original wooden structure and texture. Its colors include earthy yellow, light yellow, off-white, etc., and its texture is hard. Part of it is transformed into opal chalcedony due to high-pressure deterioration, showing a glassy luster, and is called tree jade. Xinjiang is widely distributed in my country. Sichuan Shehong Silicified Wood National Geopark has the largest group of primary petrified wood fossils in southwest China. It was formed in the Late Jurassic 150 million years ago. Dinosaur fossils were discovered in the same strata.
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More attractions in Lijiang
- Lijiang Old Town — 5A
- Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Tourism Area — 5A
- Old Town of Lijiang — 4A
- Jade Dragon Snow Mountain — 4A
- Shuhe Ancient Town — 4A
- Lugu Lake — 4A
- Guanyin Gorge — 4A
- Dongba Valley — 4A
All attractions in Lijiang · Local guides in Lijiang
Frequently asked questions
How do I visit silica fossil with a local guide?
Open the Lijiang page on MeetPanda, choose a local guide, and send your date. The guide buys tickets, plans the order with nearby sights and explains what you are seeing.