Zhangjiajie: Step into the filming location of Avatar's floating mountains and marvel at the world's unique quartz sandstone pillar forests. Fenghuang: Stay in stilted houses by Tuojiang River and watch lights illuminate the ancient "Border Town".
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Zhangjiajie
Zhangjiajie is the filming location of Avatar's floating mountains, featuring the world's unique quartz sandstone pillar forests.
Fenghuang
Fenghuang Ancient Town is the "Border Town" from Shen Congwen's writings, with poetic stilted houses along Tuojiang River.
Highlights
Must-See Attractions
Iconic landmarks and hidden gems
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park is China's first national forest park, famous for its unique quartz sandstone peak forest landform. The peaks, canyons, streams, and waterfalls in the park form a magnificent natural landscape. It is also the filming location of Hallelujah Mountain in the movie 'Avatar'.
Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park
Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park is famous for its spectacular natural wonder, "Tianmen Cave," a giant natural karst cave. Visitors can take the world's longest passenger cableway to the mountaintop, experience the thrilling glass skywalk, and enjoy magnificent mountain views.
Phoenix Ancient Town
Phoenix Ancient Town is one of the most beautiful small towns in China, famous for its well-preserved ancient buildings, unique ethnic customs, and beautiful scenery of the Tuo River. The stilted houses, stone-paved streets, and ancient city walls in the town are full of historical charm.
Mount Yuelu
Mount Yuelu is a famous scenic spot in Changsha, with many historical sites, including the famous Yuelu Academy and Aiwan Pavilion. The mountain is covered with lush trees and is a popular place for citizens to climb and relax.
Pozi Street
Pozi Street is a thousand-year-old street in Changsha with a history of more than 1,200 years. It has now become a famous food street in Changsha. It brings together many Hunan specialty snacks and time-honored restaurants, making it an excellent place to taste authentic Hunan cuisine.
Orange Isle
Orange Isle is one of the many alluvial sandbars in the lower reaches of the Xiangjiang River, with Yuelu Mountain to the west and Changsha City to the east. It is surrounded by water and stretches for dozens of miles. There is a huge sculpture of young Mao Zedong in the scenic area, which is one of the iconic attractions of Changsha.
Dongting Lake
Dongting Lake is the second largest freshwater lake in China, with beautiful scenery of lakes and mountains. The lake area is rich in biological resources and is a famous land of fish and rice. Visitors can take a boat trip on the lake, enjoy the scenery of the lake and mountains, and feel the magnificence of the "Eight-hundred-li Dongting".
Hunan Provincial Museum
Hunan Provincial Museum is the largest historical and art museum in Hunan Province, with a rich collection of cultural relics, especially the artifacts unearthed from the Mawangdui Han Tomb. The museum's exhibitions showcase the history, culture, and artistic achievements of the Hunan region.
Featured Hotels
Handpicked accommodations for your comfort
Niccolo Changsha
Niccolo Changsha is a luxury sky hotel located at the top of the International Finance Centre in the heart of Changsha. The hotel features modern and stylish rooms and suites with stunning city and Xiangjiang River views. It also offers top-notch dining and leisure facilities, providing guests with a prestigious stay experience.
W Changsha
W Changsha is renowned for its avant-garde design and vibrant atmosphere, making it a stylish luxury hotel. The hotel's rooms and suites are uniquely designed, blending modern art and technology. It also features specialty restaurants, bars, and a spa, offering guests a unique stay experience.
Grand Hyatt Changsha
Located on the banks of the Xiangjiang River, Grand Hyatt Changsha boasts magnificent river views and a city skyline. The hotel's spacious and comfortable rooms and suites are elegantly designed. It also offers a variety of dining options, advanced meeting facilities, and comprehensive leisure facilities, making it an ideal choice for business and leisure travelers.
Pullman Zhangjiajie Hotel
Located in the Wulingyuan Scenic Area, Pullman Zhangjiajie Hotel is a luxury hotel that combines the style of a Southeast Asian resort. The hotel has spacious and comfortable rooms and suites, and offers a variety of dining and leisure options, making it an ideal place to stay for exploring the natural scenery of Zhangjiajie.
InterContinental Changsha
Located at the confluence of the Xiangjiang River and the Liuyang River, InterContinental Changsha is a luxury hotel with magnificent river views. The hotel has elegant and comfortable rooms and suites, and offers a variety of dining options and comprehensive meeting and leisure facilities, creating an unforgettable stay experience for guests.
Wanda Vista Changsha
Located on the banks of the Xiangjiang River, Wanda Vista Changsha is a luxury hotel that combines elegance and luxury. The hotel has spacious and comfortable rooms and suites, and provides first-class dining, meeting and leisure facilities, bringing guests a noble stay experience.
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Hunan is a food lover's paradise! I came for the spicy food and was not disappointed. The stinky tofu in Changsha is a must-try, and the variety of street food in Pozi Street is am...
I had a wonderful time exploring the natural beauty of Hunan. Dongting Lake was so vast and serene, and the boat trip to Junshan Island was very relaxing. The scenery is breathtaki...
My trip to Hunan was a perfect blend of culture and nature. I was deeply impressed by the history of Fenghuang Ancient Town and the grandeur of the Tianmen Mountain. The local peop...
Our family trip to Hunan was absolutely incredible. Zhangjiajie's mountains are like something out of a dream, and the kids were mesmerized by the 'Avatar' landscape. The glass bri...