2026 Miluo Travel Guide: must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transport & travel experiences (updated in January)

Pingjiang Shiniuzhai, the "Little Zhangjiajie of Northern Hunan," truly shines in autumn and winter—red leaves dye the Danxia landform, frost and snow cover the cliffs, fewer crowds, stunning views, and an immersive scenic plus stress-relief thrill! 🚗 Transportation: How to get there without detours? - Self-driving: About 2 hours from Changsha/Yueyang, navigate to "Shiniuzhai Scenic Area Visitor Center." Parking fee is 20-30 RMB/day. The mountain roads have many curves, so drive steadily. - Public transport: Take the high-speed train to Miluo East Station/Yueyang East Station, then carpool for 1.5-2 hours to the scenic area. In winter, minibuses run less frequently, so carpooling is more cost-effective and convenient. 🏞️ Must-Do List: Autumn and winter exclusive activities are top-notch! 1. Core Experience: The Collision of Danxia and Ice & Snow Take the cable car up the mountain and instantly enter a "red painting." The hundred-mile Danxia glows warmly under the autumn and winter sun, and after snow, it’s breathtaking—red rocks wrapped in white snow. Walk on the 300-meter glass bridge, like strolling in the clouds, with a vast forest below. No filters needed for photos. Don’t miss the Cliff Sky Eye (the world’s largest trefoil glass platform) with a 360° suspended view. Reach out and you seem to touch the clouds. If you’re timid, hold the iron chains; if brave, strike a pose. 2. Thrilling Activities: Even More Fun in Autumn and Winter Via Ferrata climbing (800-meter route), cliff swing (180 meters high), and cliff ladder (260 meters vertical drop) become more challenging with the wind. Screaming helps release stress. Friendly reminder: if you’re afraid of heights, just watch and enjoy others’ “wobbly legs.” For descending, choose the high-altitude glass slide, a kilometer-long path weaving through the forest, full of speed and excitement, and it saves unnecessary walking. 3. Leisure Experience: Embrace Peace and Romance The ten-mile cliff plank road is perfect for a slow walk, with red cliffs on the left and deep valley forest sounds on the right. In autumn and winter, when leaves have fallen, the mountain lines are clearer, and every snapshot is “wallpaper-worthy.” At dusk, rush to the Dream Valley Fish Scale Dam, where the sunset glimmers on the water like scattered gold; at night, stroll the colorful music corridor bridge, with lights and waterfalls creating stunning night scenes. 🍲 Food: Autumn and Winter Exclusive Local Flavors - Must-try dishes: Cured meat hot pot, Cao radish stewed with cured meat, and native chicken soup. The fatty but not greasy cured meat is exclusive to autumn and winter, and the chicken soup is incredibly fresh. Paired with Pingjiang’s top ten dishes, it’s heartwarming and stomach-warming. - Snacks to satisfy cravings: Pingjiang dried tofu, sweet potato noodles, and sugar oil rice cakes—spicy, satisfying, and filling. You can get them near the scenic area entrance for about 10 RMB. - Souvenirs: Vacuum-packed rice noodles, sour jujube cakes, and fermented bean curd, all handmade locally with authentic flavors and no risk of disappointment. 📌 Practical Tips: Avoid pitfalls and travel worry-free 1. Clothing: It’s 5-8°C colder on the mountain than in the city. Windproof jackets and non-slip hiking shoes are essential. If you’re cold, bring a hand warmer. The glass bridge surface is chilly, so thick socks are recommended. 2. Routes: Short routes take 2-3 hours (suitable for elderly and children), long routes 4-5 hours (full panoramic check-in). “Don’t walk without sightseeing, don’t sightsee without walking.” Don’t hold hands and squeeze through narrow spots. 3. Tickets: Buying online is cheaper than on-site. Regular tickets plus glass bridge combo tickets offer great value. Autumn and winter often have discounts, so check in advance. 4. Pitfalls to avoid: Don’t buy “wild honey” from street vendors—it’s likely syrup. If someone tries to sell film rolls while you’re taking photos, politely decline. 🏡 Accommodation: Choose wisely for comfort - Homestays near the scenic area: Mountain views from the window, 10-minute walk to the ticket gate, air conditioning and heating are sufficient, and you can see morning mist in the mountains. - Budget hotels in the county: Affordable prices, reliable hot water, quiet for sleeping, suitable for budget travelers, and breakfast is filling. In autumn and winter, Shiniuzhai offers the grandeur of Danxia, the romance of ice and snow, and endless local delicacies. Don’t wait—pack your bags and set off. You’ll enjoy the scenery and relieve stress, definitely worth the ticket price!

I've found a hidden autumn spot on the north bank of the Miluo River! 🍂✨ This place is like a natural palette of colors 🎨 Golden yellows and fiery oranges intertwine in the forest, reflecting on the emerald river water. Every snap feels like a scene from a movie 📸 Best viewing period: Late October to mid-November When the autumn colors are at their peak 🍁 📍Address: North bank of Miluo River, Miluo City, Yueyang, Hunan Province (Recommended to drive and navigate to "Miluo River Viewing Platform") 📝Tips: ✅ The best light is on clear afternoons from 4 to 6 PM ✅ You can stroll along the river; every spot is a beautiful view ✅ Remember to bring a light jacket, as temperatures by the river vary greatly between morning and evening In the distance, there’s a phone-shaped photo spot ☎️ Paired with the orange potted flowers nearby, It’s full of artistic vibes～ Quickly save this autumn-exclusive beauty and experience the poetic and picturesque scenery of Chu land! 🍃

3 days and 2 nights in Yueyang with a per capita budget of 1000 RMB is enough for a relaxed trip. Below is a directly executable itinerary and cost control plan, with a total per capita expense of about 800 RMB (200 RMB reserved for flexibility). 1. Itinerary Overview (Including Pitfall Avoidance and Money-Saving Tips) - Day 1 Famous Buildings and Riverside Life - Morning: Yueyang Tower (free admission if you recite "Record of Yueyang Tower," saving 70 RMB, book in advance) → Climb the tower to see "embracing distant mountains, swallowing the Yangtze River," about 2 hours - Afternoon: Bianhe Street (free) stroll the old street, see the "Houyi Shooting the Ba Snake" sculpture at Baling Square, walk the historic district on Dongting South Road - Evening: Sunset photography at Baling Square/Dongting South Road (go if the weather is good) - Night: Eat lake delicacies near Bianhe Street, about 60 RMB per person; after dinner, night tour on Dongting South Road; stay near Yueyang Tower/Bianhe Street, within walking distance to the next day's starting point - Day 2 Lake Island and Lakeside Temples - Morning: Junshan Island (ticket + round-trip boat ticket 78 RMB), visit Xiangfei Bamboo, Tomb of the Two Concubines, Liuyi Well, island walking about 3 hours - Afternoon: Sheng'an Temple (ticket 20 RMB) climb the Wanfo Pagoda to overlook Yueyang and Nanhu Lake, then visit Nanhu Park (free) for walking and cycling - Night: Eat Yueyang barbecue in the city, about 50 RMB per person; stay in the city for better cost performance - Day 3 Cultural Origins and Return - Morning: Quzi Cultural Park (ticket about 40 RMB), visit Quzi Temple, Stele Forest, experience Chu Ci culture, about 2 hours - Noon: Eat Changle Sweet Wine and Pingjiang Sauce-dried Meat in Miluo, about 40 RMB per person - Afternoon: Buy souvenirs (Junshan Silver Needle tea, Changle Sweet Wine, etc.) → Return trip 2. Cost Details (Per Person, Excluding Round-Trip Major Transportation) - Accommodation: 2 nights in budget hotels/homestays, 120-180 RMB/night, total 240-360 RMB (staying near Yueyang Tower saves transportation costs) - Meals: About 200-250 RMB for 3 days (main meals 50-80 RMB/meal, snacks 30 RMB/time) - Tickets: Yueyang Tower (free) + Junshan Island 78 + Sheng'an Temple 20 + Quzi Cultural Park 40, total 138 RMB (reciting saves 70 RMB) - Local Transportation: Bus + taxi about 60 RMB (cross-district taxi about 20-30 RMB/time) - Total: About 800 RMB per person, with a 1000 RMB budget leaving 200 RMB flexible 3. Key Tips 1. Reciting "Record of Yueyang Tower" grants free admission, valid even on holidays, saving 70 RMB is worth it 2. Junshan Island boat rides may cause seasickness, bring motion sickness medicine; simple meals on the island cost about 40 RMB per person, eating back in the city is more cost-effective 3. Bianhe Street is heavily commercialized; snacks are worth trying, but for large expenses, it is recommended to go to the city center 4. Souvenirs: Junshan Silver Needle tea (Junshan brand blue label), Changle Sweet Wine, Yueyang Tower-shaped pastries, buying outside the scenic area is cheaper Have a pleasant trip!

Recently, I visited the Donggu Lake Wetland Concept Park in Miluo and was completely stunned by the scene before me—tens of thousands of little swans that traveled all the way from Siberia are gracefully dancing on this lake, with the closest ones less than 20 meters away from me! 🦢 About Donggu Lake This is actually a very special "seasonal lake." In winter, locals deliberately flood the area to create a lake, providing a home for the swans; after the swans migrate north in spring, the area returns to farmland. Because of this harmony between people and nature, these little creatures have been welcomed here for six consecutive years. 🌟 Why strongly recommend? 1. Super close distance, unique experience: The park has professional bird-watching shelters and corridors. You can quietly stay inside the shelter and watch flocks of swans playing in the water, foraging, and taking off just 10-20 meters in front of you. The feeling is amazing. 2. Spectacular scale, best season: Now (from late November to January) is the best time to watch the swans, as migratory birds reach their peak. Thousands of swans are on the lake at the same time, with the total number exceeding ten thousand at peak times—truly breathtaking. 3. Bird paradise, not just swans: Besides the main stars, the little swans, you can also see bean geese, grey cranes, white cranes, and more than 57 species of rare birds. It’s a true bird-watching sanctuary. 📅 Best viewing period Every year from November to January is the peak migration period. The swans stay until about early March before gradually heading north. If you want to see them, make sure to catch the winter season! 📍 Address and transportation - Location: Quyuan Management District, Yueyang City, Donggu Lake Concept Park - Navigation: Just search for "Donggu Lake Concept Park." - Transportation: About 1.5-2 hours by car from Changsha, perfect for a weekend day trip. 📝 Tips for visiting - Stay quiet: Walk softly and avoid scaring the swans and other birds. - Protect the environment: Do not leave any trash. - Photography tips: Bring a telephoto lens to capture amazing photos and videos. Drones are prohibited to avoid disturbing the birds. - Civilized bird-watching: Always stay within the bird-watching facilities and do not enter the wetlands or chase birds for photos. This winter, if you want to escape the city and have a romantic encounter with these white spirits, Donggu Lake is definitely your best choice!

Yueyang, an ancient city nourished by the Yangtze River and Dongting Lake. Here lies the grandeur of "Dongting, the waters of the world; Yueyang, the towers of the world," the Dragon Boat Festival memories by the Miluo River, and the lively atmosphere of ancient towns and old streets—take the elderly to the tower to view the lake, accompany children to chase gulls on the riverbank, and every day here lets you touch the blend of nature and culture. 🗓️ Itinerary Overview D1: Arrive in Yueyang → Yueyang Tower Scenic Area → Bianhe Street D2: East Dongting Lake Wetland → Junshan Island D3: Qu Yuan Cultural Park → Miluo River International Dragon Boat Festival Scenic Area D4: Zhangguying Village → Return Trip 🏯 Day 1: Famous Tower Nostalgia · Old Street Flavors 📍 Yueyang Tower Scenic Area (5A, ticket 70 RMB) Core Highlights: One of the "Three Great Towers of Jiangnan," made famous worldwide by Fan Zhongyan's "Memorial to Yueyang Tower." The main tower preserves the original Qing Dynasty architecture. The elderly listen to the guide tell the legend of Lü Dongbin at the "Three Drunken Pavilion," children read "Worry before all under heaven" in front of the "Memorial to Yueyang Tower" inscription, and climbing the tower to gaze at Dongting Lake with the river breeze on your face is extremely pleasant. 🕙 Opening Hours: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM 📸 Photo Spots: Front of Yueyang Tower (shoot the "Dongting, the waters of the world" plaque), carved windows inside the tower (frame the lake view like a painting) 💡 Tips: Free admission for seniors over 65 with ID; the tower stairs are gentle, making it easy for the elderly to climb. 📍 Bianhe Street (Free) Core Highlights: An ancient-style commercial street adjacent to Yueyang Tower, with characteristic shops lining the bluestone road, filled with the aroma of incense and pickled goods. The elderly can listen to Yueyang Huagu Opera at the "Old Teahouse" (10 RMB per cup of tea), children can buy "sugar paintings" (15 RMB each) and try "Junshan Silver Needle Tea Ice Cream" (18 RMB each). When lanterns light up at dusk, the ancient street becomes even more charming. 🍖 Recommended Dining: Bianhe Street's "Baling Whole Fish Feast," must-try Dongting Silver Fish Egg Custard (38 RMB), Stinky Mandarin Fish (58 RMB), about 60 RMB per person; window seats offer street views. 🏨 Recommended Accommodation: "Yueyang Hotel" near Yueyang Tower (established hotel with family rooms), prices 300-500 RMB/night, 5-minute walk to the scenic area. 🌊 Day 2: Bird Watching at Dongting · Tea Hunting on Junshan 📍 East Dongting Lake Wetland (Free, bird-watching vehicle 30 RMB/person) Core Highlights: China's second-largest freshwater lake wetland, with tens of thousands of birds flying in winter (best from November to February). The reed marshes look like a golden ocean. The elderly take the bird-watching vehicle to the "Caisang Lake Bird Watching Platform," using binoculars to see white cranes and swans; children learn about migratory birds at the "Wetland Science Museum" (free), make small boats from reed stalks, and buy "Dongting Reed Paintings" (40 RMB each) as souvenirs. 🕙 Opening Hours: All day (bird-watching vehicle 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) 💡 Tips: The wetland is windy, bring scarves for the elderly; keep children away from the water edge for safety. 📍 Junshan Island (5A, ticket 80 RMB, includes round-trip boat ticket) Core Highlights: The "green snail in a silver plate" in Dongting Lake, featuring legendary sites like Xiangfei Temple and Liuyi Well, and famous for "Junshan Silver Needle" tea. The elderly can taste tea in the "Tea Garden" (20 RMB per cup) and listen to tea farmers explain tea roasting techniques; children feed macaques on "Monkey Mountain" (10 RMB per bag of feed), learn to make tea leaf bookmarks (30 RMB each), and buy Silver Needle Tea (100 RMB per box) to take home. 🍖 Recommended Dining: Junshan Island's "Lake Fresh Pavilion," must-try Junshan Golden Turtle (88 RMB, nourishing) and fried silver fish (35 RMB), about 70 RMB per person. 🐉 Day 3: Dragon Boat Festival Origins · Tracing the Soul of Poetry 📍 Qu Yuan Cultural Park (4A, ticket 60 RMB) Core Highlights: A cultural park commemorating Qu Yuan, with Qu Yuan Temple, Jiugai Terrace, and other buildings. The ancient-style sacrificial performances are very impressive (one show at 10:00 AM and another at 3:00 PM). The elderly read Qu Yuan's poems in the "Lizao Pavilion," children wear Hanfu to learn how to make zongzi (50 RMB per portion, take-home allowed), and buy "Miluo Zongzi" (20 RMB per bag) as snacks. 🕙 Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM 📸 Photo Spots: Main hall of Qu Yuan Temple (shoot sacrificial performances), Chu Ci Inscription Corridor (children seriously reading poems) 📍 Miluo River International Dragon Boat Festival Scenic Area (Free) Core Highlights: The main venue for the Dragon Boat Festival races; normally, you can experience rowing a dragon boat (100 RMB per boat, seats 6). The elderly watch races from the viewing platform, children wear life jackets and row with coaches, and when tired, visit the "Dragon Boat Culture Museum" to see dragon boat models and buy dragon boat-shaped keychains (15 RMB each). 💡 Tips: Dragon boat rowing requires advance booking; bring spare clothes for children as they may get wet. 🍖 Recommended Dining: "Quzi Restaurant" in Miluo city, must-try Qu Yuan Tofu (28 RMB) and stir-fried cured meat with Artemisia cake (38 RMB), about 50 RMB per person. 🏘️ Day 4: Ancient Village Exploration · Return with Charm 📍 Zhangguying Village (4A, ticket 50 RMB) Core Highlights: The "World's Number One Village," a cluster of Ming and Qing dynasty ancient buildings connected together, with "courtyards linked to courtyards, maze-like streets." The elderly listen to villagers tell family stories at the "Main Gate," watch old carpenters make wood carvings (30 RMB per small pendant); children play in the water at "Hundred Steps Three Bridges," learn to push stone mills (free), and buy "Zhangguying Fried Tofu" (10 RMB per bag). 🕙 Opening Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM 💡 Tips: The village is large; it is recommended to hire a local guide (30 RMB per visit) to avoid getting lost; choose gentle main roads for the elderly and avoid narrow alleys. 🍖 Recommended Dining: "Ancient Village Farmhouse" in the village, enjoy a final meal of "Ten Bowls and Eight Dishes" (88 RMB, authentic farmhouse feast), about 40 RMB per person, dishes cooked on a wood stove are very fragrant. ✨ Yueyang Survival Guide 1️⃣ Transportation: Taxi starting fare 7 RMB in the city, bus 2 RMB per ride; take bus No. 51 (3 RMB) to East Dongting Lake; take a boat from Yueyang Tower Pier to Junshan Island (ticket included); charter a car to Zhangguying Village for 200 RMB/day (1.5-hour drive). 2️⃣ Clothing: Wear windproof jackets in spring and autumn (windy by Dongting Lake), short sleeves plus sun protection clothing in summer (strong UV), down jackets in winter (wet and cold in wetlands), and bring non-slip shoes (bluestone roads in ancient villages are slippery when wet). 3️⃣ Taboos: Bird catching and wetland plant harvesting are prohibited in East Dongting Lake; keep quiet during sacrificial ceremonies in Qu Yuan Cultural Park; no smoking inside old houses in Zhangguying Village. 4️⃣ Accommodation: Stay in the city or near Yueyang Tower for the first three days, and spend the last night in a homestay in Zhangguying Village (such as "Gengdu Li Family," an ancient house renovation) to experience sleeping in an ancient village. 🛍️ Must-Buy Souvenirs ① Junshan Silver Needle Tea (Premium 150 RMB/box, a rare yellow tea, great for gifts) ② Dongting Silver Fish (50 RMB/bag, delicious for soup, loved by elderly and children) ③ Miluo Zongzi ("Wufangzhai" vacuum-packed 30 RMB/bag, available in sweet and savory flavors) ④ Zhangguying Fried Tofu (20 RMB/box, crispy outside and tender inside after frying) The soul of Yueyang is the heroic spirit standing tall in Yueyang Tower, the vastness stirred by Dongting Lake waters, and the sincerity written in Qu Yuan's poems. Whether taking your parents to the tower to see the lake light once, accompanying children to chase migratory birds in the wetlands, or listening to stories with friends in the ancient village, every glance here holds the weight of time. If you come to Yueyang, would you rather climb Yueyang Tower first to see Dongting Lake or row a dragon boat on the Miluo River?

Yueyang, an ancient city nourished by the Yangtze River and Dongting Lake. Here lies the grandeur of "Dongting, the waters of the world; Yueyang, the towers of the world," the Dragon Boat Festival memories by the Miluo River, and the lively atmosphere of ancient towns and old streets—take the elderly to the tower to view the lake, accompany children to chase gulls on the riverbank, and every day here lets you touch the blend of nature and culture. 🗓️ Itinerary Overview D1: Arrive in Yueyang → Yueyang Tower Scenic Area → Bianhe Street D2: East Dongting Lake Wetland → Junshan Island D3: Qu Yuan Cultural Park → Miluo River International Dragon Boat Festival Scenic Area D4: Zhangguying Village → Return Trip 🏯 Day 1: Famous Tower Nostalgia · Old Street Flavors 📍 Yueyang Tower Scenic Area (5A, ticket 70 RMB) Core Highlights: One of the "Three Great Towers of Jiangnan," made famous worldwide by Fan Zhongyan's "Memorial to Yueyang Tower." The main tower preserves the original Qing Dynasty architecture. The elderly listen to the guide tell the legend of Lü Dongbin at the "Three Drunken Pavilion," children read "Worry before all under heaven" in front of the "Memorial to Yueyang Tower" inscription, and climbing the tower to gaze at Dongting Lake with the river breeze on your face is extremely pleasant. 🕙 Opening Hours: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM 📸 Photo Spots: Front of Yueyang Tower (shoot the "Dongting, the waters of the world" plaque), carved windows inside the tower (frame the lake view like a painting) 💡 Tips: Free admission for seniors over 65 with ID; the tower stairs are gentle, making it easy for the elderly to climb. 📍 Bianhe Street (Free) Core Highlights: An ancient-style commercial street adjacent to Yueyang Tower, with characteristic shops lining the bluestone road, filled with the aroma of incense and pickled goods. The elderly can listen to Yueyang Huagu Opera at the "Old Teahouse" (10 RMB per cup of tea), children can buy "sugar paintings" (15 RMB each) and try "Junshan Silver Needle Tea Ice Cream" (18 RMB each). When lanterns light up at dusk, the ancient street becomes even more charming. 🍖 Recommended Dining: Bianhe Street's "Baling Whole Fish Feast," must-try Dongting Silver Fish Egg Custard (38 RMB), Stinky Mandarin Fish (58 RMB), about 60 RMB per person; window seats offer street views. 🏨 Recommended Accommodation: "Yueyang Hotel" near Yueyang Tower (established hotel with family rooms), prices 300-500 RMB/night, 5-minute walk to the scenic area. 🌊 Day 2: Bird Watching at Dongting · Tea Hunting on Junshan 📍 East Dongting Lake Wetland (Free, bird-watching vehicle 30 RMB/person) Core Highlights: China's second-largest freshwater lake wetland, with tens of thousands of birds flying in winter (best from November to February). The reed marshes look like a golden ocean. The elderly take the bird-watching vehicle to the "Caisang Lake Bird Watching Platform," using binoculars to see white cranes and swans; children learn about migratory birds at the "Wetland Science Museum" (free), make small boats from reed stalks, and buy "Dongting Reed Paintings" (40 RMB each) as souvenirs. 🕙 Opening Hours: All day (bird-watching vehicle 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) 💡 Tips: The wetland is windy, bring scarves for the elderly; keep children away from the water edge for safety. 📍 Junshan Island (5A, ticket 80 RMB, includes round-trip boat ticket) Core Highlights: The "green snail in a silver plate" in Dongting Lake, featuring legendary sites like Xiangfei Temple and Liuyi Well, and famous for "Junshan Silver Needle" tea. The elderly can taste tea in the "Tea Garden" (20 RMB per cup) and listen to tea farmers explain tea roasting techniques; children feed macaques on "Monkey Mountain" (10 RMB per bag of feed), learn to make tea leaf bookmarks (30 RMB each), and buy Silver Needle Tea (100 RMB per box) to take home. 🍖 Recommended Dining: Junshan Island's "Lake Fresh Pavilion," must-try Junshan Golden Turtle (88 RMB, nourishing) and fried silver fish (35 RMB), about 70 RMB per person. 🐉 Day 3: Dragon Boat Festival Origins · Tracing the Soul of Poetry 📍 Qu Yuan Cultural Park (4A, ticket 60 RMB) Core Highlights: A cultural park commemorating Qu Yuan, with Qu Yuan Temple, Jiugai Terrace, and other buildings. The ancient-style sacrificial performances are very impressive (one show at 10:00 AM and another at 3:00 PM). The elderly read Qu Yuan's poems in the "Lizao Pavilion," children wear Hanfu to learn how to make zongzi (50 RMB per portion, take-home allowed), and buy "Miluo Zongzi" (20 RMB per bag) as snacks. 🕙 Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM 📸 Photo Spots: Main hall of Qu Yuan Temple (shoot sacrificial performances), Chu Ci Inscription Corridor (children seriously reading poems) 📍 Miluo River International Dragon Boat Festival Scenic Area (Free) Core Highlights: The main venue for the Dragon Boat Festival races; normally, you can experience rowing a dragon boat (100 RMB per boat, seats 6). The elderly watch races from the viewing platform, children wear life jackets and row with coaches, and when tired, visit the "Dragon Boat Culture Museum" to see dragon boat models and buy dragon boat-shaped keychains (15 RMB each). 💡 Tips: Dragon boat rowing requires advance booking; bring spare clothes for children as they may get wet. 🍖 Recommended Dining: "Quzi Restaurant" in Miluo city, must-try Qu Yuan Tofu (28 RMB) and stir-fried cured meat with Artemisia cake (38 RMB), about 50 RMB per person. 🏘️ Day 4: Ancient Village Exploration · Return with Charm 📍 Zhangguying Village (4A, ticket 50 RMB) Core Highlights: The "World's Number One Village," a cluster of Ming and Qing dynasty ancient buildings connected together, with "courtyards linked to courtyards, maze-like streets." The elderly listen to villagers tell family stories at the "Main Gate," watch old carpenters make wood carvings (30 RMB per small pendant); children play in the water at "Hundred Steps Three Bridges," learn to push stone mills (free), and buy "Zhangguying Fried Tofu" (10 RMB per bag). 🕙 Opening Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM 💡 Tips: The village is large; it is recommended to hire a local guide (30 RMB per visit) to avoid getting lost; choose gentle main roads for the elderly and avoid narrow alleys. 🍖 Recommended Dining: "Ancient Village Farmhouse" in the village, enjoy a final meal of "Ten Bowls and Eight Dishes" (88 RMB, authentic farmhouse feast), about 40 RMB per person, dishes cooked on a wood stove are very fragrant. ✨ Yueyang Survival Guide 1️⃣ Transportation: Taxi starting fare 7 RMB in the city, bus 2 RMB per ride; take bus No. 51 (3 RMB) to East Dongting Lake; take a boat from Yueyang Tower Pier to Junshan Island (ticket included); charter a car to Zhangguying Village for 200 RMB/day (1.5-hour drive). 2️⃣ Clothing: Wear windproof jackets in spring and autumn (windy by Dongting Lake), short sleeves plus sun protection clothing in summer (strong UV), down jackets in winter (wet and cold in wetlands), and bring non-slip shoes (bluestone roads in ancient villages are slippery when wet). 3️⃣ Taboos: Bird catching and wetland plant harvesting are prohibited in East Dongting Lake; keep quiet during sacrificial ceremonies in Qu Yuan Cultural Park; no smoking inside old houses in Zhangguying Village. 4️⃣ Accommodation: Stay in the city or near Yueyang Tower for the first three days, and spend the last night in a homestay in Zhangguying Village (such as "Gengdu Li Family," an ancient house renovation) to experience sleeping in an ancient village. 🛍️ Must-Buy Souvenirs ① Junshan Silver Needle Tea (Premium 150 RMB/box, a rare yellow tea, great for gifts) ② Dongting Silver Fish (50 RMB/bag, delicious for soup, loved by elderly and children) ③ Miluo Zongzi ("Wufangzhai" vacuum-packed 30 RMB/bag, available in sweet and savory flavors) ④ Zhangguying Fried Tofu (20 RMB/box, crispy outside and tender inside after frying) The soul of Yueyang is the heroic spirit standing tall in Yueyang Tower, the vastness stirred by Dongting Lake waters, and the sincerity written in Qu Yuan's poems. Whether taking your parents to the tower to see the lake light once, accompanying children to chase migratory birds in the wetlands, or listening to stories with friends in the ancient village, every glance here holds the weight of time. If you come to Yueyang, would you rather climb Yueyang Tower first to see Dongting Lake or row a dragon boat on the Miluo River?

This autumn, Quzi Cultural Park has become a popular check-in spot, frequently flooding social media with its autumn scenery. When the brush of the season dyes this place golden and crimson, every step feels like stepping to the rhythm of autumn. The rustling ginkgo carpet and the rouge-colored leaves overhead create touching autumnal paintings. The blue-tiled eaves and the scent of ancient trees intertwine, with the aroma of fallen leaves filling the air, making one feel as if immersed in a poetic world. The yellow ginkgo and red maple leaves paint the richest romance of autumn, with both bold poetic sentiment and delicate artistic charm. Stroll along the herb lake, walk on the leaf-covered paths, feel the gentle caress of the autumn breeze, and enjoy this tranquility and beauty. This autumn, why not come to Quzi Cultural Park in person to experience a double feast for the eyes and soul, letting the warmth of autumn accompany you through every beautiful moment. Come check in and leave your own autumn memory!

Friends in Hunan, did you know? Miluo not only has a long history and culture but also beautiful natural scenery, especially the views along the Miluo River, which are simply unforgettable! This time, I found a very unique hotel by the Miluo River—Tingbo Hotel (Miluo Jianshe East Road Branch). Let me take you to experience this uniqueness! 🌟🍃 🏡 A modern interpretation of palace style 🎨 Stepping into Tingbo Hotel, the distinctive "palace style · new Chinese" design immediately catches your eye. Every corner of the hotel exudes classical charm, from the lobby decorations to the room designs, all reflecting respect for traditional culture and innovation. It feels like traveling back to an ancient palace, yet without losing the comfort and convenience of modern life. Here, you can feel a unique cultural atmosphere, as if every step is treading through the long river of history. 👣📜 🌈 A poetic riverside view from the window 🌊 I stayed in a river view room. Every morning when I wake up and draw the curtains, the beautiful scenery of the Miluo River unfolds before my eyes. Occasionally, fishing boats drift across the river, and distant mountains appear faintly in the morning mist. Such a view makes you feel like you are inside a flowing ink painting. In the afternoon, sitting by the window with a cup of fragrant tea, reading a book, and listening to music, time seems to slow down and become beautiful here. 🍵📚 🧘‍♀️ Complete relaxation for body and mind 🧘‍♂️ The hotel’s gym and 24-hour laundry room made my trip much easier and more comfortable. Especially the well-equipped gym, which allows me to maintain my daily exercise routine even while traveling. The 24-hour laundry room solves the problem of cleaning clothes on the road, which is very thoughtful. In addition, the hotel also offers a conference hall and breakfast room, so whether you are on a business trip or a family vacation, you can find spaces and services here to meet your needs. 💪🧦 🍜 A feast for the taste buds 🍽️ The breakfast at Tingbo Hotel is my favorite part. The breakfast room offers a wide variety of food, including traditional Chinese breakfast as well as Western bread, coffee, and more. Especially those local specialties, like steaming hot rice noodles and delicious fish soup, every bite is a supreme treat for the taste buds. Here, you can not only enjoy delicious food but also experience rich local flavor. 🥣🐟 How can you not love a hotel that combines culture, scenery, and service all in one? If you want to experience an extraordinary trip, why not stay a night at Tingbo Hotel (Miluo Jianshe East Road Branch)? I believe it will add more color and memories to your journey. 🌟🎉

A three-day, two-night cultural deep dive into Miluo, unlocking the poetry and passion of Qu Yuan's hometown! 📅 Trip Highlights: 1️⃣ The world's only Qu Yuan memorial site + birthplace of dragon boat culture 2️⃣ Immersive intangible cultural heritage experiences 3️⃣ Double culinary delight: Xiang-Chu flavors & Dragon Boat Festival specialties 🚩 Must-Visit Route: Day 1: Quzi Cultural Park → Miluo Riverside 👉 Don’t miss the centuries-old incense at Quzi Temple and its twelve murals 👉 Stroll along the Miluo River Ecological Corridor at dusk—super soothing breeze~ (PS: Scenic area closes at 18:00, don’t miss it!) Day 2: Changle Ancient Town → Miluo River International Dragon Boat Center 🔥 Changle Sweet Rice Wine Heritage Experience Hall is a must-visit 🌊 Dragon Boat Center hosts thrilling races from May to June! (Closed in winter) 🍜 Local Delicacies: ▫️ Miluo Zongzi: Try the time-honored "Quzi Zongzi Shop" on Jianshe Road ▫️ Changle Sweet Rice Wine: The Zheng family’s brew in the ancient town is legendary ✈️ Travel Tips: Take a high-speed train to Miluo East Station, then a 20-minute taxi ride to downtown Recommended to charter a car for sightseeing (attractions are spread out) ❗ Practical Advice: 1️⃣ Book accommodations early for Dragon Boat Festival! 2️⃣ Hire a guide when visiting Quzi Temple 3️⃣ Bring Hanfu for photos—perfect match with ancient architecture

The Changle Sweet Rice Wine Culture Museum is located in Changle Old Street, housed in a two-story Qing Dynasty residence covering approximately 150 square meters. This brick-and-wood structure features a four-bay, two-courtyard layout with surrounding corridors, showcasing traditional carved shopfront doors and windows facing the street. Originating from Changle Ancient Town's rich sweet rice wine heritage, the local government transformed this historic building into a cultural exhibition space to promote sweet rice wine traditions and demonstrate its brewing techniques, offering free admission to visitors. Recognized as a historical architectural site of Miluo City.

The Zheng Family Mansion was built by its founder Zheng Zhigui in the 10th year of the Daoguang reign (1830) as a grand residential complex. This famous Changle landmark and red revolutionary site is located at Huilongmen on Changle Street along the north bank of the Miluo River, representing a late Qing Dynasty ancient residence with traditional southern Chinese architectural style. The entire compound was constructed along ancient Changle Street, roads, and the riverside, comprising 8 major courtyards, 24 smaller courtyards, 24 skywells, 1,080 rooms, and 108 street-facing shops, covering nearly 10,000 square meters - occupying most of Changle at its peak. During its heyday, the mansion had interconnected passageways where each section could function as independent courtyards or combine into one integrated complex, with 24 stone gateways allowing access from any room directly to Changle Main Street. Unfortunately, most structures were destroyed during wars in the late Qing Dynasty and Anti-Japanese War period, leaving only a few remaining buildings and two skywells today. In 1930, the CPC Xiangbei Special Committee relocated from Jiayi, Pingjiang to this mansion in Changle Street, Miluo. Serving as the temporary office for the Special Committee, this site witnessed revolutionary struggles led by the committee across northern Hunan regions including Pingjiang, Linxiang, Yueyang, and Xiangyang counties. Under the Special Committee's direct leadership, the Miluo Soviet Area achieved historic victories in people's struggles. In 2021, this historic site was designated as a Key Cultural Relic Protection Unit of Hunan Province.

Built during the Daoguang era of the Qing Dynasty and completed in the sixth year of the Tongzhi reign (1867), the Min Clan Ancestral Hall features a three-bay, three-courtyard layout facing south. This brick-and-wood structure has a flush-gable roof with horse-head gable walls, post-and-lintel framing, intricate openwork wood carvings, marble doors and windows, as well as painted murals and relief sculptures. The main buildings are arranged along the central axis, with side rooms and wing corridors flanking both sides, forming a symmetrical enclosed quadrangle courtyard. Covering approximately 995 square meters, the ancestral hall exhibits rigorous spatial organization with varied heights and clear hierarchical distinctions. As a quintessential example of traditional architecture in northern Hunan, the Min Clan Ancestral Hall showcases strong regional characteristics and provides valuable material evidence for studying the historical development, architectural styles, and religious culture of ancestral halls in the region. It is designated as a Key Cultural Relic Protection Unit of Hunan Province.

Here’s a Dragon Boat Festival travel guide to help you fully enjoy the unique charm of dragon boat racing: **Choosing Destinations & Events** - **Guangzhou, Guangdong**: Multiple locations host exciting dragon boat races. For example, at Haizhu National Wetland Park Phase II, you can watch performances like "dragon boat drifting" and participate in intangible cultural heritage activities. At Shaxi River in Liwan District’s Huadi River, over 20 dragon boats, including the iconic "Yanbu Old Dragon," gather. In Tianhe District’s Liede Street, hundreds of dragon boats visit for festive celebrations on the day of the festival. - **Foshan, Guangdong**: Foshan’s races are unique, such as the Diejiao Dragon Boat Drifting Competition in Nanhai District, where boats showcase "tail-flicking" skills on narrow river courses like the Dongsheng S-bend and Shengtang L-bend. Shunde District’s Daliang Dragon Boat Festival features over 40 boats racing on Daliang River, creating a lively scene. - **Miluo, Hunan**: As the birthplace of dragon boat culture, Quzi Cultural Park hosts the UNESCO-listed "Miluo River Dragon Boat Festival Customs." Activities include dressing in Hanfu to honor Qu Yuan, dotting the dragon boat’s eyes, and watching international races. - **Zhenyuan, Guizhou**: The 600-year-old Miao and Dong tradition on Wuyang River features silver-adorned boats and echoing chants, followed by a duck-catching frenzy post-race. - **Xiamen, Fujian**: Jimei Dragon Boat Pool hosts cross-strait races and duck-catching performances, with local delicacies like alkaline rice dumplings and "tusundong" (worm jelly) nearby. **Itinerary Planning** - **3-Day Miluo-Guangzhou-Foshan Trip**: Day 1: Explore Miluo’s dragon boat workshops and attend the Quzi Temple river ceremony. Day 2: Watch races at Haizhu Wetland Park and visit Shaxi River for the "Yanbu Old Dragon." Day 3: Head to Foshan for the Diejiao Drifting Competition. - **4-Day Zhenyuan-Xiamen Trip**: Day 1: Arrive in Zhenyuan for Wuyang River races and duck-catching, plus night views of the ancient town. Days 2–3: Travel to Xiamen for Jimei’s races and duck-catching, with a bike ride along Island Ring Road. Day 4: Free time before departure. **Race Tips & Experiences** - **Arrive Early**: Secure a spot with good views (e.g., near start/finish lines or bends). In Guangzhou’s Liede, arrive early near Liede Ancestral Hall Square. - **Interactive Activities**: Try hands-on experiences like dragon boat tourism in Guangzhou’s Daling Village or Foshan’s Lishui Dragon Boat Carnival, where you can paint and dot a boat’s eyes. - **Cultural Insights**: Learn about boat-making, rituals, and Lingnan traditions like "sun-drying umbrellas" or "eating dragon boat rice." **Food Recommendations** - **Guangdong**: Dragon boat rice, Cantonese dim sum, roast meats, clay pot dishes, Chaoshan beef hotpot, oyster omelets, Hakka stuffed tofu, and salt-baked chicken. - **Miluo, Hunan**: Miluo River fish hotpot and dragon boat-shaped buns. - **Zhenyuan, Guizhou**: Sour fish soup, fried glutinous rice cakes, and ash-alkali cakes. - **Xiamen, Fujian**: Besides alkaline dumplings and worm jelly, try satay noodles and oyster omelets. **Accommodation** - **Guangdong**: Stay near metro lines or race venues (e.g., hotels near Liede for easy access). - **Miluo, Hunan**: Choose riverside inns or hotels near Quzi Temple. - **Zhenyuan, Guizhou**: Opt for ancient town guesthouses or Wuyang River hotels. - **Xiamen, Fujian**: Stay near Jimei Dragon Boat Pool or Island Ring Road for convenience and sea views.

Quzi Cultural Park is located in Xinyi Village, Quzici Town, Miluo City, Yueyang City, Hunan Province. It is an important place to commemorate Qu Yuan and a great place to experience Quzi culture. The following is a travel guide: • Opening hours: 09:00–17:30 all year round. Latest entry is at 17:30. Quzi Temple is closed every Monday. • Ticket price: Adult ticket is CNY 50–55. Children under 14 years old, seniors over 65 years old, disabled people, and active military personnel can enter the park for free with a valid ID. Minors aged 14–18, seniors aged 60–65, and full-time undergraduates and students below that level can enjoy discounts with a valid ID. • Transportation guide: • Self-driving: Navigate to "Quzi Cultural Park". Paid parking is available in the park. • Public transportation: Take bus No. 8 from Miluo city to Quzi Cultural Park Station, or take bus No. 10, 13, or 18 from Miluo East High-speed Railway Station to the city, and then transfer to bus No. 8. • Main attractions: • Quzi Temple: A national key cultural relics protection unit and the only ancient building in China that commemorates Qu Yuan. It has a unique architectural style and is very popular. • Quzi Academy: Founded in the Dazhong Xiangfu period of the Northern Song Dynasty, it has a history of more than 1,000 years and is an important place to learn about the spirit of Qu Yuan. • Qu Yuan Stele Forest: It is engraved with Qu Yuan's poems and odes. The calligraphy is exquisite and is a must-see place for calligraphy lovers. • International Poetry Exchange Center: A place for poetry and cultural exchange, where various poetry events are often held. • Chuci Botanical Garden: The garden is planted with various plants related to Chuci, such as herbs and orchids. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery and feel the charm of Chuci culture. • Route: After entering from the entrance, first visit the artificial lake, then visit Quzi Temple, Qu Yuan's former residence, the Stele Forest, and Quzi Academy. Finally, you can go to Jiuge Square to watch the "Jiuge" performance and learn about Qu Yuan's life and works. • Local food: There are various delicacies around Quzi Cultural Park, such as zongzi and ciba. You can also taste local specialties, such as tangyou baba, sesame slices, and mung bean cake. • Accommodation recommendation: There are Grand View Garden Ecological Hotel, Luvian B&B and other boutique homestays nearby, which can be booked online in advance. • Precautions: • Pay attention to protecting the environment during the tour and do not litter. • Respect local customs and religious beliefs. • When visiting Quzi Temple and other places, please keep quiet and do not make loud noises. • Pay attention to safety and abide by the scenic spot regulations when playing in the park. • Visitors from outside the city must show a negative nucleic acid test certificate within 48 hours before entering the scenic spot. You can choose the play items according to your interests and time, and enjoy the cultural charm and natural scenery of Quzi Cultural Park.

Miluo is not a big city, but it's quite clean. Get off at the Tianheng Supermarket stop, cross the road, and you're there. Transportation is pretty convenient. The price is only a little over 160, which is a pretty good deal compared to other hotels. 1. The front desk staff is very patient and enthusiastic; 2. The room facilities are relatively new, and the hotel linens are quite clean; 3. The hotel provides free laundry service. Scan a code and a staff member will come to your room to pick up your clothes, and deliver them back to your room after they're washed. It's fantastic! 4. The breakfast is also good, with plenty of variety; 5. The surrounding area has a full range of businesses, making shopping convenient, and it's also easy to get to some of the attractions.

It suddenly started raining yesterday, and I deeply felt the damp cold of winter in Hunan. I drove from Zhang Guying Village to Quzi Cultural Park, entering from the west gate. It was a long walk to Quzi Temple. On the way, there was an artificial lake parallel to the Miluo River on the left, and the dam was called Chu Di. The gloomy sky and light rain made me feel sad, as if the heavens were also mourning Qu Yuan's patriotism.

Quzi Cultural Park is located in Quzi Temple Town, Miluo City, Hunan Province. It is a park built to inherit and spread Qu Yuan culture. The Quzi Cultural Park covers an area of ​​10 square kilometers and is divided into the Quzi Temple core scenic area, the Dragon Boat Festival cultural experience area, the Dragon Boat Festival cultural industry area, the Dragon Boat Festival cultural folk area, the Qu Yuan Tomb protection area, and the Miluo River Wetland protection area. The core scenic area of ​​Quzi Temple includes two major buildings: Quzi Temple and the rebuilt Quzi Academy. Founded in the early Song Dynasty, Quzi Academy has a history of more than a thousand years. It forms a whole with Quzi Temple on the banks of Miluo River. They have moved several times in history, but they have always been together. After the founding of New China, Quzi Academy was converted into a school and was destroyed during the Cultural Revolution. The reconstruction of Quzi Academy with a total investment of nearly 200 million yuan is the core project of Quzi Cultural Park. It covers an area of ​​140 acres and has a main building area of ​​14,118 square meters. The main construction contents include the academy auditorium, lecture hall, teaching room, library, sacrificial hall, Qu Yuan Research Institute, etc. However, when I visited it today, except for one staff member in a small cultural and creative shop, the entire academy was really deserted.

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| Changle Ancient Town. Is there a sweet wine stall‼️ I highly recommend Changle Ancient Town near Miluo in Yueyang/ Almost every household in this ancient town brews their own sweet wine/ For just 25 yuan a bottle, you can enjoy fine wine😋 You can also sit down for a bowl of sweet wine glutinous rice balls, truly delightful Besides sweet wine, there's also Yueyang rice noodles, marinated duck, and Yue-style fried tofu, all incredibly delicious🙋 The home-cooked dishes from any local farmhouse are especially tasty It's about a one and a half hour drive from Changsha/ Spend a leisurely day exploring the ancient town, enjoying the scenery, and it's quite comfortable There are camping sites and paragliding bases nearby, and the town has an ancient street that's over 600 meters long In spring, you can visit for the rapeseed flowers, in summer to cool off, in autumn to stroll the ancient streets, and in winter to listen to storytelling The annual Changle storytelling session during Lantern Festival is an intangible cultural heritage event📷 Don't miss out if you love to capture and explore cultural scenes‼️ Plus, it's not crowded here and parking is easy

To the east of the Qu Yuan Temple is the Qu Yuan Stele Forest, built in 1990. The main structure of the stele forest consists of five parts: the Lisao Pavilion, the Tianwen Altar, the Jiu Ge Platform, the Jiu Zhang Hall, and the Zhao Hun Hall. It gathers calligraphy works from more than 300 famous calligraphers across the country at that time, and the stele forest includes 25 poetic works by Qu Yuan! It is a national key cultural relic worth seeing.

Changsha is just over an hour's drive away to this wild luxury camping base⛺️ where you can see the stars▶️ surrounded by mountains and water▶️ and also enjoy paragliding. We chose the 💰499 big tent right by the lake🌇. The scenery is absolutely beautiful at sunset▶️ including dinner and breakfast▶️ as well as entertainment activities✅KTV✅open-air movies✅bonfire✅paddleboarding✅kayaking. If possible, go paragliding at sunset🌇. The view is so beautiful you won't want to come down🙈. Even just sitting by the lake and enjoying the breeze is super comfortable👍. There are shower rooms and toilets here▶️ and each tent is equipped with a small fan and mosquito repellent. Let's go camping and stargazing around Changsha▶️ have a fun weekend with the kids in Changsha.

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Quzi Cultural Park is located in Quzi Temple Town, Miluo City, Hunan Province, covering an area of ​​10 square kilometers. The scenic spots in the park include: Quzi Academy, Quzi Temple, Yinmatang, Xiangcao Lake, etc., allowing tourists to feel the historical and cultural charm of this place.

Changle Ancient Town is located in the northeast of Miluo City, Yueyang, Hunan Province, and has a history of more than a thousand years. The attractions in the ancient town include: the restored Huilong Gate, Zheng's House, Zhang's Ancestral Hall, Eryue Temple, Lotus Temple, Duzong Temple, the restored Xiwa Pond, Qianlong Inn and other historical sites.