Baibaozhai
百宝寨
A group of red sandstone caves and cliff-side fortresses in northeastern Dangyang, known for its gorge glass bridge and cliff dwelling remains.
Baibaozhai lies in northeastern Dangyang and is famous for its natural rock caves carved into red sandstone cliffs. Legend says it was an ancient mountain stronghold where people took refuge from war. The cliffs contain remains of cave dwellings of various sizes. The scenic area has gorge trails, suspension bridges and a glass bridge, making it a popular one-day hiking destination near Yichang. Tickets cost about 60 yuan. It is about 1.5 hours by car from Yichang's urban area and can be combined with Yuquan Temple and Guanling in one day. There are many steps in the scenic area, and they become slippery after rain.
Opening hours
08:00–17:30
Nearby sights
- Guanling Mausoleum
- Bailihuang Highland Meadow
- Yuquan Temple
- Changbanpo Park
- Three Gorges Grand Waterfall
- Yichang Museum
- Nanjinguan (Xiling Gorge Mouth)
- Gezhouba Dam