Popular Attractions Around Zhangjiajie
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Changsha
Located the lover reaches of the Xiangjiang River, Changsha is the capital city of Hunan and the political, economic, and cultural center of the province. Most tourists from both home and abroad usually visit the city before they go to other parts of the province. As one of the first Cities of Historical and Cultural Significance in China, Changsha boasts scenic spots such as the Yuelu Academy of Classical Learning, the...
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Fenghuang Ancient City
Lies in the south of the Xiangxi Tujia and Miao Minorities Autonomous Prefecture, Fenghuang County (aka Phoenix County) is commonly known as Fenghuang Ancieng City. It is a treasure trove and pristine paradise in Hunan Province – is one of China's famous historical and cultural cities. It is known as the hometown of Shen Congwen (1902–1988), a distinguished writer, hailed as the father of modern Chinese pastoral....
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Changde
Changde City, formerly called Wuling, is in northwestern Hunan Province. It borders Zhangjiajie in the west and the Dongtinghu Plain in the east. It is known as a land of plenty and tourist attractions. Among its major scenic spots are the Land of Peach Blossoms and the Jiashan Temple. Land of Peach BlossomsSituated in Taoyuan County, the Land of Peach Blossoms is 43 km away from the city proper of Changde. It faces the...
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The Southern Great Wall
In Fenghuang (Phoenix) County, this section of the Southern Great Wall has similar defensive functions and structures as the Ming-dynasty Great Wall in north China. Located at the border of Hunan and Guizhou, the Southern Great Wall starts at Xiqueying Village of Guzhang County and ends at the Tianziguan Pass with a total length of more than 190 kilometers. According to the textual research, by the specialists, the Southe...
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Shaoshan
Shaoshan city is located in the center of Hunan Province, 104 km away from Changsha, is the hometown of Mao Zedong. The city is one of the most famous revolutionary sites of China and the key national scenic area. The main scenic spots of Shaoshan include Mao Zedong's Former Residence and Memorial Hall, the Dishui Cave, and the Forest of Steles with Mao Zedong’s Poems. Mao’s Former Residence is an ordinary countr...
