At first glance, Beijing's southwest suburban Fangshan District seems to be full of sleepy towns, ranges of barren high mountains and dozing farmers.

There are 20 scenic spots with around 150 points of interest in Shihua Cave. Stalactites and stalagmites of various fantastic shapes give a mystical appearance. In addition to natural scenery, there are also exhibitions of rare animals and pictures of other world-famous caves. The Zoo of Rare Animals and City of Emperor Qin Shihuang's Buried Sculpture Legion are also found here.

[source:ebeijing.gov.cn]