Dazhou
One of the cradles of Ba culture in northeastern Sichuan, Dazhou is best known for the high mountains, gorges and caves of Bashan Grand Canyon.
Dazhou lies in northeastern Sichuan at the southern foot of the Daba Mountains, bordering Chongqing and Shaanxi. It is a transport hub for the region and historically has close ties to ancient Ba culture. The main attraction is Bashan Grand Canyon in Xuanhan County, which combines canyons, caves and Tujia ethnic culture; cultural sites such as the Luojiaba Ba ruins are also worth a visit. Spring through autumn is a good time to travel, and the mountains are cool in summer. Dazhou Jinya Airport and the railway connect toward Chengdu, Chongqing and Xi'an.