Hukou Waterfall
The Yellow River narrows from 400 m to 50 m wide — "a thousand li of river gathered in one pot": the world's largest yellow waterfall; Longdong (Dragon Cave) offers close-up views of the roaring falls, and in winter (December-February) the frozen falls are a spectacular sight
Visitor info
- Opening hours
- 07:00-18:00
- Ticket
- Peak season CNY 90
Price is indicative — final quote on inquiry.
The Yellow River narrows from 400 m to 50 m wide — "a thousand li of river gathered in one pot": the world's largest yellow waterfall; Longdong (Dragon Cave) offers close-up views of the roaring falls, and in winter (December-February) the frozen falls are a spectacular sight; the thunder of these waters inspired the "Yellow River Cantata". Peak season CNY 90, 07:00-18:00, reachable by self-drive or shuttle bus in Yichuan County, Yan'an; water flow is at its fullest during the summer and autumn flood season.
Getting there: by self-drive / shuttle bus, Yichuan County, Yan'an
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