Enshi Grand Canyon-Tenglongdong Cave Geopark
The geopark lies in the southwest of Hubei Province. It is home to world famous erosion and dissolution landscapes and the rich cultural heritage of the Tujia, Miao and Dong ethnic groups.
The geopark’s geological marvels unfold across exposed strata ranging from the Cambrian to the Cretaceous period (ca. 539 to 66 million years ago). The topography is deeply dissected by the Qingjiang River system, forming a spectacular karst landscape in Permian and Triassic carbonate rocks characterized by steep cliffs, deep gorges, caves and disappearing rivers. The geological landscape supports remarkable biodiversity, with
