Shizhongshan Grottoes
Shizhongshan Grottoes is a scenic area in Lijiang, China.
Visitor information
- Also known as
- 石钟山石窟
- City
- Lijiang
- Coordinates
- 26.3585128, 99.8372561
About Shizhongshan Grottoes
Shizhongshan Grottoes, also known as Jianchuan Grottoes and Shibaoshan Grottoes, are located in Shizhongshan 25 kilometers southwest of Jianchuan County, Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province, within the Shibaoshan Scenic Area, a national scenic spot, with Shaxi Ancient Town to the south. It was excavated during the Nanzhao and Dali Kingdom periods (Tang and Song Dynasties). The Shizhongshan Grottoes are located in three areas: Shizhong Temple, Shadenqing and Shiziguan. There are 17 caves in total, including 8 caves in Shizhongsi District, 3 caves in Shiziguan District, and 5 caves in Shadenqing District. There are 139 statues, 1 rock painting, 5 stone tablets, and 40 statue inscriptions. During the Nanzhao period, only Shadenqing No. 1, Diao Maitreya, and Amitabha were found. Other cave niches belong to the Dali Kingdom period.
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- 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
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Frequently asked questions
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