Gongyi Snow Flower Cave

Xuehua Cave, formerly known as Shenxian Cave, is about 45 kilometers away from the provincial capital Zhengzhou City and located in the northeast corner of the famous Fuxi Mountain Scenic Area. The original name of Fuxi Mountain is Hengling, which is the flood embankment in "Xuanyuan Benji". It is confirmed from the "Seven Classics of Mountains and Seas", "Shui Jing" and "Shui Jing Zhu" that the Immortal Cave is located among them. The ancient name of Shenxian Cave is "Kongshan Cave", and it was called "Xianyu Spiritual Realm" in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It belongs to the Zhongyue Songshan Mountains and is the sixth Zhongyue Tuyue among the thirty-six caves in "Tao Zang". It is called "the heaven of God Sizhen". The total length of the cave is about 5,000 meters, and the current detection length is 2,000 meters. There are six halls, and the large one can accommodate 10,000 people. The cave is mainly composed of stalactites, stalagmites and stone pillars. They are all pure white and exquisitely clear. Among them, the snowflake-shaped stone flowers are the most rare and the first in China, hence the name "Snowflake Cave". The landscape of the entire cave is as recorded in the "Shui Jing Zhu" of the Northern Wei Dynasty: "When you enter the stone gate, you will find the stalactite cave. The cave is standing on a plain cliff and is inaccessible to human beings. There are many stalactites in the cave, and the gelatin is drooping. There is a slight drop of fluid. Continuously, the cave is far away, and the traveler is not very deep, and there is always hot wind in the cave, so the fire cannot last long."

Huang Di rode a dragon to ask Guangchengzi

It is said that the immortals. The cave was the place where Guangchengzi, a noble scholar in the Huangdi era, lived, cultivated himself, and refined alchemy. It is also the place where the legendary ancestor of all ethnic groups in the Central Plains, Xuanyuan Huangdi (around 2600 BC), asked Guangchengzi for advice on self-cultivation, family order, country governance, and world peace. The place of life strategy. It is also said that the Yellow Emperor rode a dragon team to the Shendongxian to seek advice from Guangchengzi. When Guangchengzi agreed to impart teachings, Huangdi stationed the dragons in the outer cave. Therefore, as soon as you enter the cave door, you will see a world of dragons. Various dragon shapes and characteristics are left in the 200-meter-long cave hall, from which they can be distinguished: "Eight-Winged Dragon", "Six Intersections" "Dragon", "Feihuang" (horse-shaped winged dragon, also called Ma Long), "Celestial Dragon" and "Earth Dragon"; in terms of momentum, there are "coiling dragon", "crouching dragon", "flying dragon", "soaring into the clouds and riding on the fog" , "Two dragons playing with a pearl and a dragon", just like the hometown of dragons. Therefore, this hall is known as the "Feihuang Stopping Hall"

After the "Feihuang Stopping Hall", it is the "Tao Teaching Hall" of Guangchengzi. In "Xuanyuan Benji", it is said that Guangchengzi was a resident of Kongshan Cave, and in "The Biography of Laozi" in "The Legend of Immortals", it is said that he is "Laozi". It is recorded in it: during the reign of the Three Emperors, he was Master Zhongyuan, during the reign of the Three Emperors, he was the Emperor Jinque, when he was the Fuxi clan, he was Yuhuazi, when he was the Shennong clan, he was Jiuling Laozi, when he was Zhurong, he was Guangshouzi, and during the Huangdi era, he was Guangchengzi. In the reign of Zhuanxu, he was Chizhengzi, in the reign of Emperor Ku, he was Zhenxingzi, in the reign of Yin Tang, he was Xizezi, and in the reign of King Wen, he was the master of Zhuyi. In the Song Dynasty's "Shi Lin Guang Ji", it is believed: "The above names have changed in different dynasties and have different manifestations, but they are actually the same Laozi." Therefore, the auspicious birds and auspicious animals in the cave hall, mountains, lakes, seas, rivers, bamboo forests, landscapes, stalactites and stalagmites, etc., are standing or sitting. Various shapes and scenes are mostly named after Laozi and Huangdi, and they are named after Guangchengzi. With the image of the Yellow Emperor listening to Taoism, things related to it reflect historical origins.

Entering from the "Teaching Hall" is the "Tao Hall", with "Looking at the Ice and Snow", "Stone Ox", "Stone Elephant", "Camel", "Echever", "Stone Pagoda" Forest", "Stone Waterfall" and other landscapes. Entering again is the "Enlightenment Hall". The stalactites and alabasters are like "stone pit heads" and "stone honeycombs", like cotton needles shooting out in all directions, with their roots white. Inside is the "Taoist Hall", which has the image of "Guangchengzi taught the Yellow Emperor, and the Yellow Emperor fully realized it", as well as "divine turtle", "dragon fish", "dapeng", "crane", "white deer" and "phoenix". ", "Jiao Rui (Qilin)" and so on danced for it, and the Lord He Zhishi was born. After passing the "Taoist Hall", you will find the "Jiaohua Hall". There is an atmosphere of peace and tranquility in the cave hall. There is a "Sea of ??Beedos". The trees are big and leafy, and they will not wither in winter and summer. There is a world of great harmony where thousands of people come to visit and all people enjoy together. Style.

Huang Lao and Huang Di

The fairy cave not only has a strange, beautiful and unique landscape, but also has various myths and legends spread, adding a magical color to cave tourism. It is said that Guangchengzi, who practiced in Shenxian Cave, is a god revered by Taoism, and he is also Laozi, so he is called "Huang Lao". He is a dignified scholar, scholar, and gentleman who is upright, excellent in character and learning, and highly respected in moral character.

The "Biography of Immortals" written by Ge Hong of Jin Dynasty said: "Guangchengzi is an ancient immortal. He lives in a stone chamber on the same mountain as Kongshan. Huangdi heard about it and built it. He asked if he dared to ask the most important thing. Guangchengzi said, "You rule. In the world, birds fly without waiting, and grass and trees fall without turning yellow. How can it be enough to speak the truth? The Yellow Emperor retreated and stayed idle for three months. When he came to see him, he walked forward on his knees and bowed again to ask for the way to heal his body. Guangchengzi replied: The essence of the Tao is lonely and lonely, ignoring and not listening, holding the spirit and being still, the form will straighten itself, must be quiet and clear, there is no labor of shape, no shaking of the essence, but you can live forever, be careful inside and close outside, know more about it. Defeat..." and was awarded a volume of "Natural Classic". According to the teachings of Guangchengzi, Huangdi finally conquered the tyrant Yandi and Chiyou, and made the leaders of various tribes subdue

. According to "Xuanyuan Benji" written by Wang Guan of the Tang Dynasty, Xuanyuan Huangdi, surnamed Gongsun, was the second son of Xiong Guojun Shaodian. His mother, a daughter of Xiqiao, gave birth to Xuanyuan in Shouqiu. ·······In the fifteenth year of the emperor's reign, he had all kinds of concerns, so he took over the kingdom from Youxiong and raided the land where he was granted the title. He made a crown and named it Xuanyuan. The king of Tu De was called Huangdi. The emperor married the Xiling family in Daliang, named Leizu, and became the concubine of Yuan Dynasty. "Historical Records: The First Chronicle of the Five Emperors" states: "(Yellow Emperor) cultivated virtues and inspired the army, governed the five qi and the five arts, pacified all the people, and conquered the four directions. He taught bears, braves, and tigers to fight Emperor Yan at Banquan In the wild, fight three times and then achieve your ambition." Later, he was elected as the leader of the tribal alliance by the leaders of various tribes. The Yellow Emperor lived in a bear, and the Immortal Cave was also located to the west of the bear. Because Guangchengzi lived in this cave, the Yellow Emperor went to the cave to ask him for advice on self-cultivation, family order, country governance, changing customs, and promoting education to bring peace to the world. This legend adds a mysterious color to the Immortal Cave and makes it desirable.

Inside and outside the cave

The landscape inside the Fairy Cave is mainly a wonderful world composed of stalactites. In terms of images, there are images of emperors and generals, civil and military officials, scholars, gods and immortals, golden boys and girls, businessmen and husbands, etc. that are both human and non-human; there are dragons, phoenixes, tigers and leopards, deer, cranes, turtles, oxen, sheep, chickens, dogs and other birds and animals; There are imitations of living things such as ivy roots, cypresses, elms and locust trees, Ganoderma lucidum and jade trees, lush bamboo forests, peaches, apricots, jujubes and pears; there are daily utensils and food such as beds, car seats, tables, chairs, pillows and quilts, rain and dew wine, jade shavings and fine wine. There are natural features of wind, rain, dew, smoke and mist; there are scenes of riding dragons and cranes, running lions and riding deers, playing the sheng and dancing, divination and fortune telling. These landscapes have popularity and human flavor, and therefore they are also works of art. The Immortal Cave is worthy of being the "spiritual source of the fairy world" and the "source of inspiration" for art, so it has become a place for literati to enjoy themselves. For example, Cui Jieshi in the Qing Dynasty praised the Taoyuan scenery of "the spiritual source of the fairy world": "Where can I ask the gods in the ten continents? I understand the secret of heaven right before my eyes. I can make the rain fall with my finger. I am deeply touched by the legend of the seal script. The ring in the center of the seat should send the gods." "The most powerful emperor in the world, the source of spiritual energy surges everywhere, and the fragrance of petals proves mystical interpretation everywhere." The Shili Fairy Cave is the epitome of "God's Heaven" and a display of China's long history.

In addition to the above-mentioned natural scenery inside the cave, the natural scenery and environment in the surrounding areas outside the cave are also very magical. Exit the cave and climb westward to Shijing Valley to see the stone carvings of the "Natural Classic" taught by Guangchengzi to the Yellow Emperor; go to Nuitian Mountain to see the horse hoof marks of the Yellow Emperor's concubine (Lei Zu) who rode up the mountain; and go to the west Nuitian Peak to knock on the spiritual stone. From here, go down the mountain, pass through Dinggou (Peach Blossom Spring) to Guzhangren, go to Longtan and Longtan Waterfall, and go to the three peaks of Jishan in the central area. You can see the Yellow River to the north, the sunrise to the east, and the undulating mountains, mist, and cliffs to the west and south. Steep, bamboo trees and clouds of smoke. Head east to Snake Valley to see the ruins of the Great Wall, and go down the mountain to Shijing Valley to see the ancient forest. The Kang tree is a lone tree species, and the "first tree in ancient Kang" is more than 3,000 years old. If you go up the Long River again, there is a valley with "deep mountains and dense forests, which is so secluded that it seems inhumane." It is called "Gui Valley". This is the place where Gui Guzi taught Sun Bin, Pang Juan, Zhang Yi, Su Qin and other disciples to learn the art of war. . In addition, there are Qipanshan and Wolongtai on the bank of Longtan. The former is where Huangdi and Guangchengzi played chess, and is called "the chess of Emperortai";

The ancient buildings near Shenxian Cave are also worth visiting. For example, the ancient Great Wall was built during the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period. It was built by the State of Zheng to defend against the invasion of Zhou and South Korea, and then by South Korea to defend against the invasion of Qin. It started from Wang Zongdian and ended at Cha'an, covering a distance of 30 miles.

During the Southern Song Dynasty, in order to fight against the Jin soldiers and Yuan soldiers and protect the interests of the Han nationality, the Yang family built Jilong Village on Ma Tou Mountain. Until the end of the Yuan Dynasty, Yang Zhonghua of the Yang family surrendered to the Ming general Xu Da, drove away the Yuan king, and stabilized the country. Central Plains. There are also ancient castles such as Xiangshan Village, Xianren Village, Xingwu Village, Shuangniu Village and Zhoujia Village, which were built at the same time as Jilong Village. They all had epic historical events when resisting foreign invasion. Later, after the Ming general Xu Da conquered the Yuan Dynasty kings in the area, various castles were built accordingly, such as Jiangjun Village, Muke Village and other seven Ming and Qing mountain strongholds. In addition, there are grotto statues from the Northern Dynasties, statues from the Tianping Period in Xiangyu Temple, ancient pagodas in various temples, and large and small inscriptions from the Tang and Song Dynasties.

For 5,000 years, Shenxian Cave and the Fuxi Mountain where it is located have been a magical cave and beautiful environment appreciated by literati of all ages. , a hermit's living place with a "household of thousands of books" and a paradise with "a village full of bright flowers and dark willows". At the same time, the Fairy Cave is a wonderful world that gives people all kinds of fantasies and allows them to appreciate the vast and profound life. It has become the source of inspiration for "It is rare to smile in this world, and you must return home with your head full of autumn flowers". Furthermore, the Immortal Cave is the origin of tracing historical origins and promoting the culture of the Yellow Emperor in China. This combination of natural landscape and cultural landscape shows its inherent characteristics and advantages among the historical sites. Therefore, Shenxian Cave has been included in the provincial scenic spots of Henan Province.