Swallow Cave of Bamian Mountain
八面山燕子洞
A giant karst cave in the cliffs of Bamian Mountain, with a wide entrance where swifts nest in large numbers. Flocks flying in and out at dawn and dusk make for a spectacular sight.
Swallow Cave is one of the most famous cave landscapes in the Bamian Mountain area. It has a high cavern and well-developed stalactites, and thousands of swifts nest inside. At dawn and dusk, the flocks streaming in and out of the entrance are an impressive sight. The cave floor is slippery, so stay on the path and wear a headlamp or follow a guide. It is usually visited on the same day as the Bamian Mountain grasslands. Opening hours and ticket prices follow the scenic area’s actual arrangements.
Opening hours
08:30–17:00
Nearby sights
- Bamian Mountain
- Liye Qin Bamboo Slips Museum
- Liye Ancient City Site
- Liye Old Town
- Wulong Mountain Grand Canyon
- Rebala Tujia Village
- Xichehe Old Town
- Huoyan Karst Cave