The Shi Ba Wo Scenic Area, also known as Jia Xi Scenic Area or Zhejiang Central Grand Canyon, is a provincial-level scenic spot in Zhejiang Province. The formation of the grand canyon is attributed to ancient orogeny, which, combined with intense topographic cutting and the long-term erosion of water, has created today’s beautiful spectacle. Within the scenic area, the nearly one-kilometer-long riverbed suddenly drops, with water cascading into pools, creating huge waves and howling through the cliffs, passing through the canyons, forming eighteen continuous dangerous whirlpools and deep pools, which are extremely spectacular. The Shi Ba Wo Scenic Area features undulating peaks, grotesque rocks, exquisite waterfalls and pools, and landscapes characterized by their grandeur, uniqueness, danger, elegance, seclusion, and antiquity. After being washed by wind and rain, it is presenting itself to the world in a more beautiful form. The mountain path leading into the Shi Ba Wo Canyon is known as Jia Xi Ancient Path. At the entrance of the path, there is a stele describing the historical significance of Jia Xi Ancient Path: it controlled the Jin Qu region above and extended to Tai Wen below, historically serving as a vital route for coastal areas to enter Zhejiang Central. Merchants and traders were constantly passing through, carrying goods in groups. It was not only an economic bond but also a military corridor. Small bridges, Jia Xi Bridge, Jia Xi Fort, and the site of the Qi Jia Army camp are all strategic points, with troops stationed during the Ming and Qing dynasties. During the Xianfeng era of the Qing dynasty, a large Taiping Army force moved along this path to Tiantai. The opening hours are from 07:00 to 17:00 all year round. Preferential policies: Children under 1.2 meters (not including) are free of charge; children between 1.2 meters (including) and 1.5 meters (including) are half-price; students with valid student ID cards from primary, middle, and high schools are half-price; the elderly over 60 years old with ID cards or senior citizen cards are half-price; active-duty military personnel with valid ID cards; over 60 years old with ID cards or senior citizen cards; students with valid student ID cards from primary, middle, and high schools are half-price. Additional notes: The above information is for reference only; please refer to the information disclosed by the scenic area on the day of your visit. Service facilities: Parking lot – [Shi Ba Wo Parking Lot], reference price: free, address: Jian Shan Town, Pan’an County, Jinhua City, Zhejiang Province, capacity: 200 spots.
Shi Ba Wo Scenic Area
The Shi Ba Wo Scenic Area, also known as Jia Xi Scenic Area or Zhejiang Central Grand Canyon, is a […]
