Yuelu Mountain Scenic Area
"Park and admire the maple pavilion in the evening, frosty leaves redder than February flowers." Remembering a mountain because of a poem. Every year during maple viewing season, visitors flock to Yuelu Mountain, witnessing the mountains covered in red, and the woods dyed in layers. On a autumn morning, leisurely climb the stairs, observe the sunlight gently illuminating the leaves through thin fog, creating a picturesque scene. The recommended route for enjoying the autumn leaves: Yuelu Academy - Yuelu Mountain - Aiwan Pavilion - Lushan Temple - Yunlu Palace - Yuelu Mountain's Birdsong Forest.
Orange Island Scenic Area
Orange Island, also known as Juzizhou or Shuiluzhou, is located in the middle of the Xiangjiang River, opposite the downtown area of Changsha City. It is one of the many alluvial sandbars in the lower reaches of the Xiangjiang River and the largest inland island in the world. With a view of Yuelu Mountain to the west and facing Changsha City to the east, Orange Island is surrounded by water on all sides, stretching for dozens of miles. It is approximately 40 meters wide at its narrowest point and 140 meters wide at its widest point. It has the shape of a long island and is one of the important scenic spots in Changsha. Among them, the Mao Zedong Art Sculpture is located north of Wangjiang Pavilion, facing southeast. Based on Mao Zedong's image during his youth in 1925, it has a strong visual impact and artistic appeal, worthy of every visitor to Changsha to pause and appreciate.
Shiyan Lake is located at the intersection of Changsha, Zhuzhou, and Xiangtan, covering an area of 10 square kilometers. It is 10-20 kilometers away from the three cities. The famous glass bridge is located here, creating a breathtaking and thrilling experience of "walking in the air and enjoying the scenery beneath your feet" with the help of unique natural resources.
"Dongting is the world of water, and Yueyang is the world of towers." This ancient tower, which represents the Xiangchu culture, showcases not only the beauty of architectural integration with nature but also the historical and cultural heritage. It has been praised by many talented poets and serves as a hall of Confucian culture, exuding an air of metaphysical culture.
Pingjiang Shiniu Village
Pingjiang County's Shiniuzhai is located in Pingjiang County, Yueyang City, Hunan Province. It is a national 4A scenic spot and a national geopark. The Shiniuzhai Scenic Spot is a world of Danxia stone formed by strange rocks, unique peaks, and stone caves. They are incredibly diverse and exquisitely crafted, with the rare feature of well-preserved ancient city walls spanning over 2000 meters. It is a testament to the beauty of nature's creations. Additionally, during the hot summer, you can cool off and experience the excitement of drifting at Pingjiang Lianyun Mountain.
Purple Magpie Terraces
When you come to Loudi, you must visit the Ziquejie Terraced Field Scenic Area to see the unique terraced landscape. With its unique rice farming culture irrigated by mountain springs, it is known as the "miracle of world water irrigation projects" and showcases the artistic crystallization of harmonious coexistence between humans and nature.
Meishan Dragon Palace is a scenic area located in the heart of Xuefeng Mountain, the largest mountain range in Hunan. It is a large karst cave system with nine layers of caves, with mysterious and breathtaking landscapes inside the caves.
Mount Heng in Hunan province
Mount Heng in southern China is one of the famous Five Sacred Mountains, with seventy-two peaks that are tall, magnificent, and spectacular. Hengshan is a sacred place for the mainstream Quanzhen School of Taoism and Buddhism, with over 200 temples, shrines, hermitages, and observatories surrounding the mountain. It is a must-visit place to experience the wonders of nature and culture.
Marshal Luo Ronghuan's former residence is located on Nanwan Street in Nanwan Village, Ronghuan Town, Hengdong County. Stepping on the bluestones and entering this unique group of Qing Dynasty ancient buildings, it preserves the glorious achievements of this great figure and showcases his extraordinary and resolute life.
Wulingyuan Scenic Area
Wulingyuan Scenic Area, also known as Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, is a national AAAA-level tourist attraction. The scenery here is pleasant, with remarkable peaks. The movie "Avatar" was filmed here. This is a must-visit scenic area in Zhangjiajie, with attractions including Forest Park, Golden Whip Stream, Yuanjiajie, Yangjiajie, Tianzi Mountain, and Ten-Mile Gallery. It is recommended to allocate at least two days for visiting.
Tianmen Mountain Scenic Area
Tianmen Mountain Scenic Area is a national 5A-level tourist destination, known for its magnificent mountains and stunning rock formations. It is famous for its typical Danxia landform, as well as attractions such as the longest cableway in Asia and amazing roads. The recommended duration for a visit is half a day.
Grand Canyon Scenic Area
The Grand Canyon Scenic Area is a national 4A tourist area with stunning canyon scenery and numerous waterfalls and springs. The newly developed glass bridge, located in this area, is the world's tallest and longest glass bridge, with a transparent glass floor and the world's highest bungee jumping in the center of the bridge. A full day is needed to explore here.
Fenghuang Ancient Town in Western Hunan
Phoenix Ancient Town, a national historical and cultural city, and a national AAAA-level scenic spot. It is surrounded by beautiful mountains and rivers, with a long history and rich culture. It is a gathering place of multiple ethnic groups. It is a four-hour drive from Zhangjiajie and is also one of the must-visit attractions in Hunan province. The recommended duration for visiting is one to two days.
