Grotto

The grottoes here are like gems studded along the Silk Road, and the natural scenery formed by tranquil valleys, springs and streams, imposing peaks, wafting sea of clouds, and dense forests attracts streams of tourists. A stunning display of colors of the Maiji Mountain during autumn.  Maiji Mountain Scenic Area is located in Tianshui City of northwest China’s Gansu Province, and consists of more than 180 attractions located in five scenic sub-sections: Maiji Mountain Grottoes, Immortal Cliff, Stone Gate, Quxi Stream, and Jieting Hot Spring. The Maiji Mountain stands at an elevation of 1,400 to 1,800 meters above sea level — with the highest peak rising to 2,200 meters. It also functions as the watershed of the Yellow River and the Yangtze River basins. Maiji boasts a plethora of plants and animal species, geological features, and well-preserved grotto culture. For these exceptional features, it has been designated as a national 5A tourist attraction. It is also a national forest park, a national geological park, and a national natural and cultural heritage site. In 2014, Maiji Mountain Grottoes, as part of the Silk Road: the Routes Network of Chang’an-Tianshan Corridor, was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The Upper Seven Buddhas Pavilion is a…