China: Reed Flute Cave, Guilin, Guangxi Province. Reed Flute Cave takes its name from the reeds that used to grow at the entrance to the cave. These reeds were used to make flutes. The cave is filled with a large number of stalactites, stalagmites and other rock formations. Inside, there are more than 70 inscriptions written in ink, which can be dated back as far as the Tang dynasty. Guilin is the scene of China’s most famous landscapes, inspiring thousands of paintings over many centuries. They have been called the ‘finest mountains and rivers under heaven’ by poets, artists and tourists.

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