Taohuayuan (“Peach Blossom Land”)

Taohuayuan Scenic Area in Hunan is the real place of the 'Peach Blossom Spring' described in Tao Yuanming's 'The Peach Blossom Spring'. It is also the only prototype place of 'The Peach Blossom Spring' annotated in 'Cihai' and 'Ciyuan'. It was first built during the Qin Dynasty and reached its most prosperous stage during the Tang and Song Dynasties. The scenic area covers a large area, with mountains and rivers dependent on each other, and the scenery is very beautiful and pleasant. Attraction Information: Address: Taohuayuan Town, Taoyuan County, Changde City Ticket: Residents of Taoyuan with ID cards are free of charge, friends from other places are 128 yuan, which allows for three days of unlimited visits Transportation: Get off at the train station👉Take the No. 47 bus to the terminal station👉Changde Bus Terminal (buses to Tea House, Xi'an, Luhua, Lingjintan, etc. are available, you can ask before boarding, and it will also be posted on the bus) The whole journey takes about 1.5 hours, and the ticket price is around 13 yuan👉Taohuayuan Scenic Area for tourists Travel Tips: 1. Taohua Mountain route, the whole journey is 3 kilometers, with 10 attractions along the way, Taohua Mountain👉Qixia Garden👉Juxian Bridge👉Taohua Mountain👉Taochuan Academy👉Zhuangyuan Bridge👉Shuifu Pavilion👉Bagua Platform👉Taochuan Wanshou Palace👉Taoxian Ridge 2. Qin Valley route: The whole journey is 3.4 kilometers, with 16 attractions along the way, Taohua Cave👉Xu Tower👉Huan Tower👉Fusu Garden👉Gourd Wine Workshop👉Xigu Garden👉Gengdu Yuan👉Guwang Temple👉Tiangu Liuyi Workshop👉Siqin Tea House👉Love Sea👉Yuanjin Bridge👉Yanyu Tower👉Mingcao Hall👉Fengxian Temple👉Taohuayuan Life Hall (all attractions are on the same line, it will be very tiring to walk through, it is recommended to buy a shuttle bus ticket after entering the scenic area, 20 yuan 3. Family route: Wuliu Lake, where you can walk and stop at any time, or sit on the grass and camp for fun Experience Review: As soon as spring arrives, the Taohuayuan Scenic Area in Hunan becomes particularly beautiful. The peach blossoms there bloom very lushly, with pink flowers spread all over the mountains and fields, forming a very beautiful scene with the emerald green streams. When you stand on the hillside and look down, you will see a sea of pink and green, which is very spectacular. Travel Feelings: The green creeks flow from the mountains, and waterfalls fly down from the mountains. There are also many strange rocks, all of different shapes, which make people want to look again and again. In this special place, it's as if we have entered a fairy tale world.

The Peach Blossom Spring is the actual place described in Tao Yuanming's 'The Peach Blossom Spring'. It originated in the Qin dynasty, was recognized in the Jin, flourished in the Tang, and prospered in the Song, historically enjoying the reputation of 'thirty-five heavenly caves and forty-six blessed lands'. For thousands of years, poets and scholars like Tao Yuanming, Li Bai, Liu Yuxi, and Su Shi have left many precious poems, writings, and ink marks here. The beauty of its landscapes and pastoral scenes, the grandeur of its temples and pavilions, the richness of its inscriptions and steles, and the wonder of its historical legends are world-renowned. The core attraction of the Peach Blossom Spring is not just the picturesque natural scenery, but also the immersion in the profound Peach Blossom Spring culture within such poetic landscapes, experiencing a leisurely, auspicious, and contented life. Today's Peach Blossom Spring scenic area has developed attractions such as Taoyuan Mountain, Peach Blossom Mountain, Qin Valley, Qin Stream, the ancient town of Peach Blossom Spring, Taochuan Wanshou Palace, and live performances of 'The Peach Blossom Spring'. There are also Qin Stream, Qin Valley, Peach Blossom Mountain, Taoyuan Mountain, Wuliu Lake, and ten thousand acres of peach groves. Lying by the Yuan River and surrounded by mountains, the ancient trees and tall bamboos cover the area, where one can still find the 'lush grass and scattered falling petals' as depicted in 'The Peach Blossom Spring'. Moreover, the Yuan River flows from west to east towards Dongting Lake, passing through the Peach Blossom Spring scenic area. This section of the Yuan River has the peril of the Three Gorges and the beauty of the Fuchun River, adding much to the beauty of the Peach Blossom Spring.

Peach Blossom Land Scenic Area, located near Shuixi, 15 kilometers southwest of Taoyuan County, Changde City, Hunan Province. It comprises four scenic areas: Peach Blossom Mountain, Taoyuan Mountain, Taoxian Ridge, and Qinren Village, 'The Tale of the Peach Blossom Spring' is a large-scale live performance along the stream, The performance starts at the Wuliu Wharf downstream of Qinxi, tracing up the Qinxi River, embarking on a 'Peach Blossom Land' dream-seeking journey. The entire journey lasts 90 minutes and includes 18 scenes, More than ten performance areas are scattered along both banks of the Qinxi: From the 'Wuling Fisherman' casting nets to fish, to the 'Shepherd Boy's Flute' with its distant pastoral song; From 'Laundry Singing' in rural life, to the 'Farming Scroll' depicting a bountiful harvest; From 'Village Night Talks' about rural anecdotes, to the 'Water Wedding' with its unique marriage customs; From the 'Private School Fun' of playful schools, to the 'Tale of the Peach Blossom Spring' recited by all; From the 'Forest Spring Bathing' of pure maidens, to the 'Falling Blossoms' creating a magnificent scene.

The Peach Blossom Land scenic area, nestled on the bank of the Yuan River, is surrounded by layers of green mountains. The idyllic scenery, just as Tao Yuanming described: 'Suddenly, I came across a peach blossom forest, which stretched out several hundred steps without any miscellaneous trees, the grass was fresh and beautiful, and the fallen petals were scattered all over.'. The core attraction in the scenic area, 'Qin People's Ancient Cave', is fascinating. The cave entrance is small but contains a world of its own. Passing through the cave is like travelling through a time tunnel, and what comes into view is the idyllic scenery of paths crisscrossing and the sounds of roosters and dogs. In addition, ancient buildings such as 'Meeting Immortal Bridge' and 'Water Source Pavilion' are dotted around, each detail embodies a profound farming culture and hermit philosophy. Walking in the Peach Blossom Land, you can not only experience the ideal life depicted by the ancients, but also deeply feel the cultural charm of being independent and contented. As Tao Yuanming described: 'The land is flat and open, the houses are orderly, there are good fields, beautiful ponds, mulberries and bamboos. Paths crisscross, roosters and dogs can be heard.' This classic text is vividly reproduced in reality.

Peach Blossom Land Scenic Area, Located near Shuixi, 15 kilometers southwest of Taoyuan County, Changde City, Hunan Province. It is divided into four scenic spots: Peach Blossom Mountain, Peach Blossom Land Mountain, Peach Fairy Ridge, and Qin Village, Among them, Peach Blossom Mountain and Qin Village are the center of Peach Blossom Land, There are more than 70 scenic spots such as Peach Blossom Mountain Archway, Peach Blossom Creek, Peach Tree Forest, Poor Forest Bridge, Chrysanthemum Garden, Square Bamboo Pavilion, Meeting Fairy Bridge, Water Source Pavilion, Qin People's Ancient Cave, Yan Zhi Pavilion, Ji Xian Shrine, etc. ✅Must experience: Visit the 'Cave Heaven and Blessed Land' in Peach Blossom Land Mountain Peach Blossom Land Mountain, also known as Huangwen Mountain, Is the source of the Cave Heaven and Blessed Land of Peach Blossom Land, Since the Eastern Jin Dynasty, it has been the center of Taoist culture in the Yuanliang River Basin, The most famous cultural buildings are Taochuan Wanshou Palace and Taochuan Academy. When you come to Peach Blossom Land Mountain, remember to climb to the top of the mountain, Standing on the high place of Shuifu Pavilion and looking west, You can see the Yuanjiang River winding around, green willows like smoke, a lonely boat faintly visible, and a lonely sandbar. ✅Must experience: Experience farming and handicrafts in Qin Valley Qin Valley is located south of Qin Creek and north of Peach Blossom Mountain, Walking into Qin Valley, what comes into view is the simple local customs, Poetic pastoral scenery, and colorful folk cultural activities. The scenic area has four main themes: They are Peach Blossom Land Labyrinth, Wutou Old Dreams, Xiaoyao Flower Valley, and Qinxiang Old Memories, There are four main business areas: Peach Dwelling, Tiangong Six Arts, Siqin Tea House, and Qinxiang Old Memories. Among them, Peach Dwelling is a farming and food culture settlement, with five major workshops: rice mill, cake shop, osmanthus sugar shop, tofu shop, and oil press; Tiangong Six Arts focuses on displaying handicraft inheritance and ancient skills, with six major workshops: lacquerware bamboo weaving shop, weaving shop, embroidery shop, copper casting shop, pottery shop, and wood carving shop; Siqin Tea House is committed to creating high-quality tea culture and food culture; Qinxiang Old Memories is committed to creating local Lei Tea, bowl dishes and other special catering and childhood game markets. ✅Must experience: Visit Yuanming Shrine Yuanming Shrine is a shrine for Tao's clansmen to worship their ancestors, The thirty murals on the right wall, Vividly depict the whole process of Tao Yuanming's life from birth, entering the official career, to resigning and retiring, and finally dying. Tao Gong's life was indifferent to fame and fortune, and his life view of not fearing life and death was highly respected by literati and ink guests of all ages, Walking into Yuanming Shrine, commemorating Mr. Tao Yuanming, Learn from the noble character of the master who does not bend for five buckets of rice. ✅Must experience: Watch the performance of 'The Peach Blossom Spring' at Qin Creek 'The Peach Blossom Spring' is a large-scale creek roaming live performance, The performance starts from the Wuliu Wharf downstream of Qin Creek, Go upstream along Qin Creek and start the dream journey of 'Peach Blossom Land'. The whole journey is 90 minutes and 18 scenes, More than ten performance areas are scattered on both sides of Qin Creek: From the 'Wuling Fisherman' casting nets to catch fish, to the 'Shepherd's Short Flute' distant pastoral song; From 'Laundry Singing' rural life, to 'Farming Scroll' harvest scene; From 'Village Night Talk' rural fun, to 'Water Wedding' peculiar wedding customs; From 'Private School Children's Fun' playful school, to 'The Peach Blossom Spring' everyone recites; From 'Forest Spring Bath' pure girls, to 'Falling Flowers' magnificent picture.

Wander through the Peach Blossom Wonderland, in search of the footprints of the people of Wuling, and watch a spectacular fireworks display. The Peach Blossom Source Scenic Area is located near Shuixi, 15 kilometers southwest of Taoyuan County, Changde City, Hunan Province, and is divided into four scenic spots: Peach Blossom Mountain, Taoyuan Mountain, Taoxian Ridge, and Qinren Village. Among them, Peach Blossom Mountain and Qinren Village are the core areas of the Peach Blossom Source, with more than 70 attractions, such as the Peach Blossom Mountain Archway, Peach Blossom Creek, Peach Tree Forest, Qionglin Bridge, Chrysanthemum Garden, Fangzhu Pavilion, Yuxian Bridge, Shuiyuan Pavilion, Qinren Ancient Cave, Yanzhi Hall, Jixian Temple, and more. Taoyuan Mountain is a must-visit place, the source of the blessed land. Since the Eastern Jin Dynasty, Taoyuan Mountain has been the center of Taoist culture in the Yuanli basin. The most famous cultural buildings are the Taochuan Wanshou Palace and Taochuan Academy. Climbing to the top of the mountain, looking far into the Yuan River, with the river water looping back, green willows like smoke, a lone boat faintly visible, and the sandbanks desolate, it is truly refreshing and uplifting. Qingu is also not to be missed, where you can experience the joy of farming and handicrafts. Qingu is bordered by Qin Creek to the south and Peach Blossom Mountain to the north, with idyllic scenery that is picturesque and a variety of exciting folk cultural activities. The scenic area has four main themes: Taoyuan Maze, Wutou Old Dreams, Carefree Flower Valley, and Qinxiang Old Memories. Among them, Taowu Homestead gathers agricultural and dietary culture, with five workshops including a rice milling workshop, a baba workshop, an osmanthus sugar workshop, a tofu workshop, and an oil pressing workshop; Tiangong Liuyi showcases handicraft inheritance and ancient techniques, with six workshops including a lacquer bamboo weaving workshop, a weaving workshop, an embroidery workshop, a bronze casting workshop, a pottery workshop, and a wood carving workshop; Siqin Tea House focuses on high-quality tea culture and dietary culture; Qinxiang Old Memories creates local specialty dining such as Lei Tea, Bowl Vegetables, as well as a childhood games market. Yuanming Temple is also a must-visit, a temple where the Tao clan worships their ancestors. The thirty serial paintings on the right wall vividly depict the life of Tao Yuanming. Tao Gong led a life indifferent to fame and fortune, and his noble spirit of fearlessness in the face of life and death has been admired by literati and scholars throughout the ages. Entering Yuanming Temple, one can remember Mr. Tao Yuanming and learn from his noble character. Finally, don't forget to watch the large-scale river roaming live performance of 'The Peach Blossom Spring' at Qin Creek. The performance starts from the Wuliupier at the downstream of Qin Creek, goes upstream, lasts 90 minutes, with 18 scenes, and more than ten performance areas scattered along both banks of Qin Creek. From the 'Wuling Fisherman's' fishing labor to the melodious tune of the 'Shepherd Boy's Flute'; From the 'Laundry Duet' of rural life to the 'Harvest Scroll' of farming scenes; From the 'Village Night Talk' of rural anecdotes to the 'Water Wedding' of unique customs; From the 'Private School Children's Fun' of innocence to the 'Peach Blossom Spring' recited in unison; From the 'Forest Spring Bath' of maiden charm to the 'Falling Blossoms' of a magnificent scroll. Scene by scene, it's as if you are stepping into the Peach Blossom Wonderland described by Tao Yuanming.