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Yue Yang Tower
No. 1 of Family-friendly Attractions in Hunan

Yue Yang Tower

8.1
4.6/5
11.5k reviews

"Be the first to worry about the world's worries and the last to enjoy its pleasures"—this line from Fan Zhongyan's Northern Song dynasty essay "Yueyang Tower chronicle" made Yue Yang Tower by Dongting Lake a household name. The main tower, Yueyang Tower, is said to have evolved from a naval review tower built by Lu Su of Eastern Wu during the Three Kingdoms period. Alongside Yellow Crane Tower in Hubei and Tengwang Pavilion in Jiangxi, it is hailed as one of the three great towers of southern China. Poets like Li Bai, Du Fu, Meng Haoran, and Bai Juyi once climbed it to compose verses. From the top floor, leaning on the railings, you can take in the vast expanse of Dongting Lake stretching hundreds of miles, with Junshan Island visible across the waters—where timeless verses and the lake's beauty converge in this moment. The tower itself is an architectural treasure: its three-story, triple-eave structure is built entirely of wood with mortise-and-tenon joints—no iron nails used—and four golden nanmu pillars run straight from the ground to the rooftop. The helmet-shaped roof, called "helmet crown," is supported by layered ruyi bracket sets, a rare design among surviving ancient towers in China. Inside, carved Qing-dynasty panels of "Yueyang Tower chronicle" are preserved—pause to admire them when ascending. The small attractions within the attraction each have their own highlights: near the gate, the "Five-dynasty towers" use bronze miniature models to recreate Yueyang Tower's different architectural styles from the Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties, showcasing a millennium of changes at a glance. On the lakeshore in front of the main tower, ancient iron artifacts resembling shackles and weighing several tons are displayed—their casting era and purpose remain debated, forming a long-standing historical mystery. Additionally, there are the Shuanggong Shrine commemorating Fan Zhongyan and Teng Zijing, the stele corridor engraved with poems about the tower from various dynasties, and the Xiaoqiao Tomb—said to belong to the wife of Three Kingdoms general Zhou Yu—waiting to be explored. If you wish to extend your itinerary, you may also take a boat tour of Dongting Lake and visit Junshan Island on the opposite shore. The nearby Bianhe Street, a cobblestone-paved antique-style street, is lined with local snack stalls and souvenir shops, making it convenient to explore along with the nearby Baling Square.

China · Yueyang
The National Archaeological Site Park of Nanchang Han Dynasty Haihun Marquis
No. 4 of Family-friendly Attractions in Jiangxi

The National Archaeological Site Park of Nanchang Han Dynasty Haihun Marquis

8.1
4.7/5
5.6k reviews

The National Archaeological Site Park of Nanchang Han Dynasty Haihun Marquis was developed based on the capital city ruins of Zijingcheng from the Western Han Dynasty Haihun Marquisate, the mausoleum of its first marquise Liu He, and the burial clusters to the west and south of the city. It represents the most well-preserved and structurally intact settlement ruins of a Han Dynasty marquise state capital discovered in China to date. Liu He, the tomb's occupant, was Emperor Wu's grandson who was deposed after merely 27 days on the throne, later becoming the Haihun marquise and moving south before being buried here. Since archaeological excavations began in 2011, over 10,000 artifacts including goldware, bronzes, jades, lacquerware, and bamboo slips have been unearthed, bringing this historically obscure "deposed Han emperor" back into public view with remarkable completeness. The park is divided into six functional zones: the ruins museum area, tomb exhibition area, Zijingcheng exhibition area, archaeological reserve area, entrance service area, and historical experience & ecological leisure area. The visitor center at the entrance adopts the shape of a jade bi disk—its white circular structure resembles a jade button when viewed from above, symbolizing "offering jade to heaven." The ruins museum takes its design inspiration from the dragon-shaped jade artifact unearthed from Liu He's tomb, appearing like a coiled dragon resting between mountains and waters. Permanent exhibitions such as "Golden Haihun," "Scholarly Haihun," and "Vermilion Lacquer Haihun" are housed here, alongside the interactive "Encountering Haihun" gallery. Among the over 1,000 displayed artifacts, gold items like cakes, horse-hoof ingots, unicorn-toe ingots, and plates are arranged in rows—their quantity and variety being exceptionally rare among excavated Han tombs. A complete set of bianzhong bells and bianqing stone chimes shares the stage with a bronze goose-fish lamp, whose curved neck holds a fish; rotating its dish adjusts brightness while smoke filters through water in the goose's belly without escaping, mirroring the ingenuity of the Changxin Palace lamp. A bronze lamp inscribed with "Nanchang" stands as a rare Han-dynasty physical testament to the city's name. Among the over 5,000 bamboo slips unearthed from the tomb of Liu He, the long-lost "Qi version of the Analects" was discovered after being missing for more than 1,800 years. The restoration achievements are showcased in the "Fragrance of Haichun" bamboo slips exhibition, where over a hundred newly restored original slips are displayed alongside Han Dynasty manuscripts like the "Book of Songs." Travelers who appreciate ancient texts and calligraphy will find it worth a closer look. The wooden back of the lacquered mirror depicting Confucius and his disciples features portraits and biographical accounts. While the original is still under restoration, the museum presents a full-scale replica with enlarged images to highlight details—another exhibit not to be missed. Beyond the museum, the Liu He Mausoleum at Guodun Mountain is another key attraction. The mausoleum complex features a trapezoidal layout, with the two main tombs of Liu He and his marquise wife sharing the same burial ground but in separate chambers at the central elevated platform. Surrounding them are auxiliary burial sites and remnants of ritual structures such as ancestral halls, resting chambers, garden walls, and gate towers. Outside the complex lies a rare chariot-and-horse burial pit seldom seen south of the Yangtze River. The Guodun Yuan ruins exhibition area built atop the mausoleum offers a panoramic view of the main tombs' wooden chamber structure from an encircling observation deck, while a 360-degree suspended screen recreates the mausoleum's construction process and Han Dynasty marquise funeral rites. The chariot pit preserves its original excavated state, with a restored quadriga carriage model showcasing the grandeur of Han nobility's travels. The park is planned around the grand heritage site, covering a vast area with its core visitable zones concentrated at the traveler center, ruins museum, and Liu He's tomb complex. The Zijingcheng city site is primarily preserved in its original state, so focus your visit on the museum and tomb area. As distances between zones are considerable, shuttle services are available—we recommend allocating half a day. The Han-style gate towers and golden imperial carriage at the entrance are popular photo spots. Throughout the park, Han cultural activities like costume parades and themed markets occasionally take place; keep an eye out while exploring the exhibitions.

China · Nanchang
Jiangxi WuGong Mountain Scenic Area
No. 6 of Family-friendly Attractions in Jiangxi

Jiangxi WuGong Mountain Scenic Area

7.9
4.7/5
92 reviews

Jiangxi Wugong Mountain is located in the west of Jiangxi, spanning the three cities of Pingxiang, Yichun, and Ji'an. It has scenic spots such as Pingxiang Wugong Mountain, Yichun Mingyue Mountain, Anfu Wugong Mountain, and Anfu Yangshimu. It is a large-scale mountain type integrating human landscape and natural landscape. Scenic spot; Jiangxi Wugong Mountain-Pingxiang Wugong Mountain Scenic Spot is located in the southeast of Pingxiang City, belonging to the northern section of the Luoxiao Mountains on the border between Hunan and Jiangxi. It is a large-scale mountain-type scenic spot with the most abundant tourism resources in western Jiangxi Province. In history, it was once known as the three famous mountains in the south of the Yangtze River together with Lushan Mountain and Hengshan Mountain, and it is known as "the first martial arts in Hengshou and Luwei". Baihe Peak (Golden Summit), the main peak of Wugong Mountain, is 1918.3 meters above sea level. Jiangxi Wugong Mountain-Yichun Mingyue Mountain Scenic Spot is located 15 kilometers southwest of the central city of Yichun, with a total area of 389 square kilometers. Mingyue Mountain has four major resources of "mountain, spring, Zen, and agriculture". It is a scenic spot featuring "sightseeing, leisure and vacation, health care and religious tourism" as a whole. Jiangxi Wugong Mountain-Anfu Wugong Mountain is located in Taishan Township, Anfu County, Jiangxi Province. The depth of the scenic spot is about 150 kilometers. It is the highest mountain in Jiangxi. In history, Wugong Mountain was once known as the three famous mountains in the south of the Yangtze River together with Hengshan Mountain and Lushan Mountain, and was named "the first of Hengshan and Luwei in martial arts". Wugong Mountain is a scenic spot integrating human landscape and natural landscape. It is a mountain under development among the famous mountains in the south of the Yangtze River. , and natural landscape and intact original ecological environment, with charm. Jiangxi Wugong Mountain-Anfu Yangshimu Scenic Area is located in the northwest of Wugong Mountain in Anfu County, Jiangxi Province, a scenic spot, a national natural heritage site, a national forest park, and a national geological park. The scenic spot is dominated by granite peak forest landforms, which are majestic and majestic in various poses and with different expressions.

China · Luxi
Pingxiang Wugong Mountain Scenic Area
No. 3 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Jiangxi

Pingxiang Wugong Mountain Scenic Area

7.9
4.6/5
12.2k reviews

Wugong Mountain is located inLuoxiao MountainsNorthern section, main peakWhite crane peak(Golden Summit) The altitude is approx. 1,900 m. As the mountain range spans two cities, Wugong Mountain is divided into the Pingxiang and Anfu attractions, each with its own characteristics. Pingxiang Wugong Mountain Scenic Area is known for its classic alpine meadows, and travelers who come to Wugong Mountain for hiking and sightseeing usually choose Pingxiang. The attraction includesYangshi Peak, Golden Summit, Fayunjie attraction, and Jiulong Mountain. Among these, Golden Summit has well-developed trails and cable cars for ascending and descending the mountain, making it the most developed tourist route in Wugong Mountain. Reaching the golden summit, watching the sunrise and sunset, and admiring the sea of clouds and starry sky are the three major experiences here, and many hiking and photography enthusiasts choose to team up for a trekYangshi Peak- Fayunjie attraction - Golden Summit - Jiulong (three days) is considered one of the more challenging hiking routes in East China. Ordinary travelers typically combine walking with cable cars to explore Golden Summit in one or two days, enjoying the sunrise and sea of clouds, which is much more relaxed. The trail at Golden Summit roughly forms a "P" shape. To the right of the entrance are two-level cable cars leading to the mountain top, while the left side includes attractions such as the Diaoma Zhuang in Jiangxi Wugong Mountain National Scenic Area,Hero slopeThe hiking trails of the attraction. The "three major experiences" itinerary is as follows: start at noon on the same day, hike up from the right side with the assistance of a cableway, stay overnight at the golden summit, watch the sunrise and sea of clouds early the next morning, then continue counterclockwise to return via the left hiking trail. On the way from the entrance to the lower cableway station, you'll pass Shigu temple and Wugong Mountain Cultural Park in Pingxiang Wugong Mountain National Scenic Area, where you can spend half an hour for a brief visit. Sitting on the cable car, you'll see steep peaks and cliffs with pristine secondary forests above, and lush bamboo groves and terraced fields below, offering delightful views. If hiking up, you'll encounter scenic spots like Jinxin bridge, Jinxin waterfall, and Muzi rock along the way. Both options have their merits. If you don't want to miss either, you can choose to hike this section when descending the next day. After getting off the cable car, you'll enterValley of good fortuneIn this area, you will feel the air becoming fresh. The Zijigong Temple next to the cable car station is also called "Zhong'an," where the Prince of Wugong Mountain is enshrined. After visiting Ziji palace, it's time to ascend to the summit. You can take the left path to Diaoma Zhuang in Jiangxi Wugong Mountain National Scenic Area, the middle path to Echo Valley in Pingxiang Wugong Mountain National Scenic Area, or the right path toValley of good fortune, the Diaoma stake route follows the stream upwards, passes the Diaoma stake plank walkway, and climbsHero slope, until reaching the alpine meadow at the summit. The trail is quite steep, winding along sheer cliffs and ancient forests, requiring significant physical exertion. Echo Valley in Pingxiang Wugong Mountain National Scenic Area is an old official path, featuring attractions like the echo wall and Leida Gorge.Valley of good fortuneThis is a mountain path specially built for travelers in recent years. It takes approx. 1.5 hrs to walk from here to the Golden Summit. For those who prefer not to walk, there is an additional cable car ride available, making it very user-friendly. The suspension bridge direction is usually chosen, starting fromValley of good fortuneUp, down to Diaoma Zhuang in Jiangxi Wugong Mountain National Scenic Area. Walking onValley of good fortuneThe trail boasts a thriving ecosystem, with rock formations like the Lucky Star Rock resembling a deity of fortune and the Wishing Stone shaped like a heart.Talent platformThe Inquiry Platform in Pingxiang Wugong Mountain National Scenic Area offers a panoramic view of the kilometer-long suspended wooden plank trail behind it, making it an ideal spot for photography. However, due to the steep terrain and limited space, visitors should exercise caution when crowded. At the end of Fuxing Valley trail lies the kilometer-long wooden plank path, where you can take a breather after the climb while walking on the flat planks. This section also serves as a scenic corridor, showcasing not only the undulating mountain ranges but also unique Wugong Mountain flora like Jiangxi azaleas and pleiones, with distant views of forest terraces. The suspension bridge and glass viewing platform along the way can be thrilling; those with acrophobia can take the regular trail beside the suspension bridge. Upon reaching the lower station of the secondary cableway, take the cable car up and walk a short distance to witness Wugong Mountain's distinctive alpine meadow view and the thousand-year-old altar. On the way from the secondary cableway upper station to the alpine meadow, there are several remarkable rock views worth seeing, such as the "Wugong divine fist" resembling a clenched fist and the majestic and profound "Wugongshan god"Etc., follow the trail through the meadow, where scattered ancient altars serve as a link between humans and the heavens, dating back approx. 1700 years, and are a signature view of Mount Wugong. Continue forward past Baihe Temple, where you'll find a row of small houses for stay and meals. Further ahead at Guanyin Dang is a camping site suitable for pitching tents. This is also the camping ground for the Wugong Mountain tent festival held every September, where the colorful tents on the meadow create a spectacular sight. Stay overnight in the mountains, and early the next morning when the red sun rises from the horizon, the mountain gradually turns crimson, creating a vast and open feeling. After sunrise, you can witness the spectacular sea of clouds. Especially in fall, with reeds blooming across the mountains and golden meadows shining brilliantly under the sunlight. After watching the sunrise, pass by Double Breasts Peak, take photos at Jiangxi Wugong Mountain National Scenic Area—Diaoma Stake, and explore Fayunjie attraction withHero slopechoose the latter at the fork in the road and walk pastHero slopeAfter climbing hundreds of steep stone steps, you'll return to the easier cobblestone path. Walk past the Diaoma Zhuang boardwalk, continue forward for about 1 km, and you'll reach the Ziji Palace Cableway Station. From here, take the downhill ride back to the main gate. Exiting the gate and turning right leads to water features like the Seven Immortals Pool and Red Rock Valley Waterfall. If time permits, you could allocate half a day to explore these sights as well.

China · Luxi
Sky City
No. 1 of Family-friendly Attractions in Huangshi

Sky City

5.4
4.2/5
827 reviews

Castle in the SkyLocated in Yangxinxiandao Lake, Huangshi, it is committed to creating thrilling, screaming and exciting extreme experiences. The scenic area has a glass viewing platform - the Sky Mirror, a 400-square-meter fantasy space - the mirror maze, aerial trapeze hanging on the trees - jungle crossing, folk village and a series of other attractions.The Sky Mirror glass viewing platform is built on the top of Nijia Mountain, the highest peak of 520 meters on the north shore of Xiandao Lake. It adopts a full steel structure three layers of glass two layers of SGP, with a total glass area of about 1,500 square meters. The diameter of the Sky Mirror is 26.8 meters, equivalent to the area of 1.43 standard basketball courts. The glass plank road is 31.45 meters long and 6 meters wide, with an area of 188.7 square meters, equivalent to a standard runway.Jungle Crossing - It's time to test your courage. By setting up and building a variety of levels with different difficulties, styles, and super exciting levels in the forest, you can experience the thrill of falling from high altitude, free gliding, and climbing in the trees. and the excitement of traveling through the woods.Mirror maze - in a 500-square-meter fantasy space, it uses the linear propagation of light and the imaging principle of plane mirrors. It is composed of hundreds of plane mirrors to form light reflections, which cause the brain to make misjudgments. People don't know which one is the real self, where is the exit, and how to move forward and backward, as if they have fallen into a bottomless abyss, bringing a new visual experience.Folk Customs Experience Area - It is said that the Ni family on the top of the mountain settled here to avoid war. For hundreds of years, there has been no traffic, so the villagers walked on the small trails over the mountain to get in and out. Some buildings from the Ming and Qing Dynasties and houses from the 1940s and 1950s are preserved here. Simple folk customs, bluestone roads, ancient buildings, and straw culture make you feel the charm of time travel.

Yangxin · 40.5 km from Tongshan
Li Zijian Art Museum
No. 2 of Family-friendly Attractions in Hunan

Li Zijian Art Museum

7.7
4.9/5
1.3k reviews

Li Zijian Art Museum is located on the bank of Xiangjiang River in the Yanghu Wetland Park area of Changsha City. It is a large-scale modern public art museum in China and abroad, which was solely invested and founded by Li Zijian and Dan Hui. The construction started in December 2014 and was completed and opened on October 1, 2016. At the same time, Li Zijian Art Museum has the reputation of "the world's largest individual artist art museum". Introduction to artist Li Zijian: Li Zijian is a famous American painter and the director of Li Zijian Art Museum. Born in Shaoyang, Hunan in 1954, he graduated from the Oil Painting Department of Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts in 1982 and moved to Los Angeles, USA in 1988. Over the past 20 years, he has held 72 large-scale global tour solo exhibitions in 30 countries and regions on six continents. He has independently and at his own expense promoted the universal values of "humanity and love" and spread the spirit of Chinese culture through realistic oil painting art tours, and has gained international reputation and attracted attention in the art world. In March 2018, he was awarded the Gold Medal of the Knight of the Order of Literature (Arts) of the United Nations Global Philanthropy Alliance in Paris, France. In 2006, he was awarded the "Special Contribution Medal for International Peace" at the International Peace Forum. In 2005, he was awarded the European Byzantine "Knight of the Order of St. John" in Belgium and was knighted. In October 2016, painter Li Zijian and his wife invested in the construction of the "Artist's Personal Art Museum" - Li Zijian Art Museum in Changsha, Hunan, and he served as the lifelong director.

China · Changsha

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M20***97March 5, 2021
3.0
The winding mountain road to Damu Mountain Forest Park is steep and steep, so you need to drive very carefully. There is a tourist road going up the mountain in the direction of Xian'an, which is also steep and steep, but private cars are only allowed to park at the foot of the mountain and then take a minibus up the mountain. There are no obstacles going up the mountain in the direction of Gaoqiao, but you have to pass through many villages. The road is narrow and steep, but there are few cars. The altitude of Damu Mountain is not too high. Standing on the top of the forest park, you still have a feeling of overlooking all the mountains. The cherry blossoms are mainly concentrated on several hills on the top of the mountain. You must go to the top of the mountain to see the continuous cherry blossom forest. The cherry blossoms are in full bloom now. When the weather is good, there will be mobile vendors on the top of the mountain selling drinks, sugar cane, instant noodles and so on.

Damu Mountain Forest Park

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_We***01October 29, 2026
5.0
Yueyang Tower, one of the four great ancient towers of my country, stands majestically on the shore of Dongting Lake, inspiring awe in visitors throughout history. Unfortunately, when we arrived in the afternoon, it was raining, and by evening, visibility was poor, greatly diminishing the view.

Yue Yang Tower

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M54***09November 7, 2026
5.0
Highly recommended! The artifacts are excellent value for money, and the explanations are superb. At first glance, I was worried the guide's explanations wouldn't be in-depth, but she was truly outstanding—no wonder she's a top-notch guide! Plus, she's beautiful, haha! Visually pleasing and auditorily enriching—perfect! I give her a 10/10. Honestly, the guide at the Jiangxi Museum in the afternoon was a different story; I couldn't understand a thing.

The National Archaeological Site Park of Nanchang Han Dynasty Haihun Marquis

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M34***19July 2, 2022
5.0
A good place for tourism, beautiful scenery, worth a visit, I will bring my friends back next time! After exchanging the ticket, there is a sightseeing bus to take when entering the scenic area, and the glass slide is down the mountain. It is really a good experience. Are you excited? It is better to act than to be excited!

Yunshang Longyin Mountain Tourist Resort

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⛱小萍旅行日记⛱December 10, 2025
5.0
Xian Island Lake is hailed as "the most wondrous lake in Hubei," with its thousands of islands scattered like pearls. The core experience involves ascending to the "Sky City" glass observation deck for panoramic views, followed by a boat trip among the islands. It's recommended to allocate half a day and choose one or two routes for island exploration; a clear day is ideal.

Xiandao Lake Scenic Area

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Anonymous userOctober 18, 2026
5.0
Teacher Xiaoyu's explanation was excellent. She really wanted to tell us about the treasures of the Jiangxi Provincial Museum in a short time. You could feel her passion for her work. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to hear her explanation.

Jiangxi Provincial Museum

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夜空星城July 6, 2026
5.0
The experience of visiting Wugong Mountain was quite good. The hiking route was of moderate difficulty and not strenuous. The view from the summit was expansive, overlooking vast meadows. The breeze was pleasant and refreshing. There were also ample supply points along the way, so I didn't need to bring too much with me. It was a very relaxing trip.

Jiangxi WuGong Mountain Scenic Area

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阿阿阿阿阿姝November 4, 2026
5.0
Wugong Mountain truly lives up to its reputation! Ten thousand acres of alpine meadows stretch along the mountain ridge, offering expansive and soothing views. Reaching the Golden Summit, you might encounter a sea of ​​clouds drifting across the mountainside, and the sunrise is breathtakingly atmospheric. While the Hero's Slope and Despair Slope are physically demanding, standing atop the peak overlooking the continuous mountain range instantly dispels all fatigue. The trails are well-maintained, and the cable car is less strenuous, making it suitable for hiking enthusiasts—a truly worthwhile mountain destination!

Pingxiang Wugong Mountain Scenic Area

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_M1***21February 22, 2026
5.0
It was great. Fairy Island Lake is dotted with numerous islands, offering a panoramic view from Sky City. It was crowded on the fifth day of the Lunar New Year, but not unbearable. The cable car wait was only 5 minutes. I must commend the staff who managed the process: although each cabin seats 8 people, they basically divided the passengers into one cabin per family, instantly maximizing the experience. There are many restaurants near the entrance, so you can eat before going in.

Sky City

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Anonymous userNovember 3, 2026
5.0
It's definitely worth a visit. Everyone says that free things are the most expensive, but I think this place is excellent. Li Zijian's works are absolutely worth seeing! The portraits are incredibly lifelike. However, the lunch is really not good, unlike what people say online. You can eat outside.

Li Zijian Art Museum

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