Beyond The Sands Of Time: Exploring China's Remarkable 600-year-old Underwater City
Known as the "Atlantis of the East," a completely preserved 600-year-old city has been revealed in the heart of China thanks to an amazing archaeological find.?
This historic masterpiece challenges our perception of history and piques the interest of both historians and archaeologists by offering a fascinating window into an ancient period.?
What Is This Preserved City In China All About?
One of China's remaining examples of its imperial past is a completely underwater metropolis.?
According to National Geographic, the city of Shicheng in the province of Zhejiang was purposefully flooded in 1959 to make room for the Xinan hydropower project and was "forgotten" for many years.?It is a realm suspended in time, 40 metres below the surface of Qiandao Lake.?
Over 300,000 people had to be relocated when the area flooded, National Geographic reported.
According to the BBC, the Ming and Qing dynasties, which ruled from 1368 to 1912, are represented in the stone architecture.?
Because of its close vicinity to Wu Shi Mountain, also known as "Five Lion Mountain" in Mandarin, Shicheng is frequently referred to as the "Lion City".?It's also known as "Atlantis of the East" because the city is wonderfully maintained underwater.?
In actuality, the water shields it from sun, rain, and wind degradation.?It is still feasible to explore the hidden world today, but only those with a track record of diving, particularly in deep water, are permitted to go on excursions.?
Since the location hasn't been thoroughly mapped, novice visitors are advised against visiting.?
When Was It Re-discovered?
It was rediscovered back in 2001, but Shicheng itself was largely forgotten.
Where Is This 600-Year-Old City Located?
It is located 40 metres (131 feet) below the Qiandao Lake.?Divers have learned how to amass a collection of remarkable photos.?
Moreover, visitors were permitted to dive into the city in 2017, according to Indy100.?
Sadly, you might not be able to cross it off your bucket list because you will require considerable diving experience, especially night, deep water, and exploratory diving.??
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