The ancient lost city of Shi Cheng lies deep underwater
DISCOVERED 1300 years ago, this mysterious lost city disappeared from sight when it was flooded during a construction project. It remains hidden deep underwater.
FIFTY three years ago, this ancient city in China vanished without a trace.
It was all because the government had decided they needed a new hydro-electric power station. Shi Cheng, also known as “Lion City” and located in the province of Zhejiang, lay directly in the firing line and was flooded when its valley was turned into a man-made lake.
As the water rose, the city was left at the bottom of this new-found body of water.
It’s estimated that Shi Cheng, which was founded about 1300 years ago, now lies between 26 and 40 metres beneath the gorgeous Thousand Island Lake.
But it has a new lease on life now, having resurfaced as an adventure park for tourists.
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