Things to do in Liannan

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Chimelong International Circus

Chimelong International CircusFounded in 2000, this is an ever-lasting world circus stage, featuring an oversized circus performance venue that can accommodate over 6,000 spectators at once.Chimelong International CircusAdhering to the concept of "Chinese creativity, global integration," more than 300 circus elites from over 20 countries across Asia, Europe, the Americas, and Africa perform together on the same stage. With professional stage lighting and sound facilities and an international performance team, the show has been staged to this day with enduring popularity and is deeply loved by travelers.Chimelong International CircusIt has not only created a miracle in the world's circus performing arts, but also embodies the innovation and inheritance of generations of circus performers from around the world. Over the course of more than two decades, it has attracted a cumulative audience of over 50 million and is deeply loved by audiences in China, Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan, and abroad. It has become a veritable cultural calling card for Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, and even the nation.Chimelong International Circusmade outstanding and irreplaceable contributions to the development of Chinese acrobatics, "Chimelong International Circus" has become a brand in the Chinese and even international circus community. ▲International performance team ▲Diverse and rich circus forms

No. 9 of Best Things to Do in Hunan

Gaoyiling Tourist Area

Gaoyiling Tourist Area is a natural attraction centered on Danxia landforms. Unlike many Danxia views that feature only mountains without water, this area's red cliffs and crimson rock faces are dotted with emerald pools, and the lake at the foot of the hills is as clear as jade. Viewed from above, dark green pools encircle the crimson ridges, often vividly likened to a "heavenly lake" embracing an "octopus," with the contrast between red and green creating a highly distinctive scene. The attraction's trail runs along the mountain ridge, with the core highlights concentrated at several spots: Dragon's Back Ridge, Monitor Lizard Lake, and the cliffside plank walkway. Dragon's Back Ridge is a narrow ridge at the top of the mountain, with sheer cliffs on both sides; walking along it offers a panoramic view of the Danxia landscape, and it is also a popular photo spot. Monitor Lizard Lake takes its name from a Danxia rock formation in the lake that resembles a monitor lizard lying in wait; during the dry season the rock's full outline is revealed, vivid and lifelike. The cliffside plank walkway is built against the cliff face, with a deep canyon below, leading to a sliver of sky — stone walls press in on both sides, and at the narrowest point only two people can squeeze through sideways. The Hundred-Step Sky Ladder is a steep flight of stone steps, and after reaching the top the view opens up wide. The tour route follows the ridge trail as its main line, with little shade along the way and strong sun exposure. Danxia elements such as mountains, waters, springs, caves, villages, cliffs, and flatlands are all present here; among them, "flatland" is the local term for flat areas atop Danxia peaks, and the Meili Flat area is planted with bamboo groves, serving as a rest stop along the hike.

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Mount Hengshan

Mount Hengshan is located in Nanyue district, Hengyang. Its highest peak is Zhurong peak, at an elevation of approx. 1300 m. Among the "Five Great Mountains", Mount Heng is located furthest south. Its relatively favorable climate means the mountain is verdant all year round, with lush trees, earning it the reputation of being the "most beautiful of the Five Great Mountains". Mount Hengshan is mainly composed of the central attraction and a few other small attractions. When most visitors refer to "Hengshan," they mean the central attraction. The "Nanyue Grand Temple" in Nanyue Town at the foot of Mount Hengshan is an important attraction besides the central attraction, and it is a massive ancient palace-style architectural complex in southern China. Mount Heng is a sacred site of Chinese Buddhism, where the "Nanyue school" of the Southern Chan tradition was founded, and its dharma lineage gave rise to the Weiyang and Linji schools, which spread throughout China and overseas. In addition, this is also a sacred site of the War of Resistance in southern China. At the foot of Xianglu Peak, the "Nanyue Martyrs' Shrine" commemorates and buries Chinese soldiers who died on the frontal battlefields of the War of Resistance. When visiting the central attraction, you can choose to walk the entire way, or combine walking with the eco-friendly bus (including the cableway). For most ordinary visitors, the latter is recommended, as it will leave you with more energy to appreciate the beautiful scenery in the mountains and experience the cultural connotations of Nanyue. Route recommendations If you choose to travel on foot and by eco-friendly bus (including the cableway), then visiting Mount Heng in one day is not a particularly strenuous task. You can first visit the "Nanyue Grand Temple" in Nanyue Town, and then enter the central attraction. The basic route is:Martyr's Shrine-Hengyang Mount Hengshan Tourist Area-Banshan Pavilion-Magu Wonderland-Mojing Terrace-Hengyang Mount Hengshan-Hengyang Mount Hengshan Tourist Area-Nantianmen-Zhurong Peak. If you have more time, then spending two days touring Mount Hengshan will yield more rewards. The general route is similar to the "1-day tour" above; since you have ample time, after visiting the Fuyan Temple in Mount Hengshan in Hengyang, you can then go to the Sutra Library Hall in the Mount Hengshan tourist area in Hengyang and stay for a while—it is extremely tranquil there. In the early morning of the second day, you can also head to the "Sun-Watching Terrace" to watch the sunrise.

Heishan Terraces

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Two Rivers and Four Lakes Scenic Area

Night Tour of Two Rivers and Four Lakes Take a night cruise on the Two Rivers and Four Lakes to enjoy the mountain and water scenery of Shanhu Lake, Ronghu Lake, Guihu Lake, Mulong Lake, Lijiang River and Taohua River in the city, visit the scenic belt in the core of Guilin City, and experience the water system around the city that is comparable to the water city of Venice. Highlights and Features:The night tour of Two Rivers and Four Lakes is one of the classic products of my Attraction. While taking a boat, you can not only enjoy the scenic spots of the four lakes, famous bridges and mountains, but also watch the fine performances such as osprey fishing, Yao village customs, half-zither falling moon and other fine performances that have been passed down for thousands of years. You can also cruise on the Li River and Taohua River, feel the essence of Guilin's mountains and rivers, "the city is in the scenery, the scenery is in the city", and enjoy the dazzling charm of Guilin at night. Night Tour of One River and Four Lakes Take a night cruise on the One River and Four Lakes to enjoy the mountain and water scenery of Shan Lake, Rong Lake, Gui Lake, Mulong Lake, Li River or Taohua River in the city, visit the scenic belt in the core of Guilin City, experience the ring-shaped water system comparable to the water city of Venice, as well as classic performances such as osprey fishing with a thousand-year history, Yao village customs, and the naked-eye 3D light and shadow show of the ancient city wall of Mulong Lake. Highlights and Features:The night cruise on One River and Four Lakes is one of the classic products of our Attraction. While taking a boat, you can not only enjoy the scenic spots of the four lakes, famous bridges and mountains, but also watch the fine performances such as osprey fishing, Yao village customs, half-zither and falling moon that have been passed down for thousands of years. You can also cruise on the Li River or Taohua River, feel the essence of Guilin's mountains and rivers, "the city is in the scenery, the scenery is in the city", and enjoy the dazzling charm of Guilin at night. Night Tour of Four Lakes Take a night cruise on the four lakes to enjoy the dazzling night scenery of Shan Lake, Rong Lake, Gui Lake and Mulong Lake, as well as classic performances such as osprey fishing with a thousand-year history. Highlights and Features:The night tour of the Four Lakes is a high-quality night tour route in our Attraction. You can take a boat to visit the core scenic belt of Guilin City and experience the water system around the city that can be compared with the water city of Venice. Along the way, you can enjoy many scenic spots such as Shan Lake, Rong Lake, Gui Lake, and Mulong Lake, and overlook famous bridges and mountains; watch the thousand-year-old osprey fishing, Yaoxiang customs, and the exquisite performance of the half-zither falling moon, and enjoy the dazzling and colorful landscape of Guilin at night. Day Trip to One River and Four Lakes You can take a day trip on the One River and Four Lakes by boat to see Shan Lake, Rong Lake, Gui Lake, Mulong Lake, and the urban section of the Li River, enjoy the picturesque natural scenery, and see famous mountains of various shapes. Highlights and Features:Take a day trip on a boat to the scenic belt around the core of Guilin city, where you can appreciate the picturesque natural scenery up close. Along the way, many famous mountains appear in sequence, including Elephant Trunk Hill, Fubo Hill, Diecai Hill, Seven-star Hill, Baoji Hill, and Seniors Hill. Famous bridges from China and abroad in various shapes, and elegant pagodas and pavilions decorate the ancient city of mountains and rivers, allowing tourists to truly feel the charm of Guilin's world-class landscape.

No. 6 of Best Things to Do in Pearl River Delta Area

Nanyue King Museum-The Site of King's Tomb

The Museum of the Nanyue King (Royal Tomb Exhibition Area) was originally the Museum of the Western Han Dynasty Nanyue King, which opened in 1988. After the two museums merged to form the Museum of the Nanyue King in 2021, this area became the exhibition area themed around the royal tomb. It was built around the original site of the tomb of Zhao Mo, the second king of the Nanyue Kingdom of the Western Han Dynasty. This royal tomb was discovered in 1983 during construction on Xianggang Mountain on the west side of Yuexiu Mountain. It was carved into the mountain and buried deep inside the mountain. The tomb is shaped like the Chinese character "士" (shi), and is divided into seven burial chambers according to the "front court and rear palace" layout. It has been undisturbed by tomb robbers for more than two thousand years and is well preserved. The entire exhibition area consists of three parts: the ancient tomb protection area, the comprehensive exhibition building, and the main exhibition building. The original site of the tomb is preserved within the ancient tomb protection area. You can enter the original tomb site: the upper walkway offers an overhead view of the stone chamber structure. To descend to the lower level for a closer look, advance booking is usually required, with limited slots available. Even if you can't secure a spot, it won't diminish your experience of this mountain-carved royal mausoleum. Among the unearthed artifacts, the jade burial suit stands out as the signature piece. Composed of over 2,000 jade pieces threaded together with silk, it measures more than 1.7 m in length and is one of the earliest and most complete jade suits discovered in Chinese archaeology. The dragon-knobbed gold seal inscribed "Seal of Emperor Wen" found near the tomb owner's chest directly confirmed his identity. The main exhibition, "Treasures of the Nanyue Kingdom: Artifacts Unearthed from the Nanyue King Museum-The Site of King's Tomb of the Western Han Dynasty," is divided into five sections: the gold seal of Emperor Wen, treasures from the main chamber, sacrificial victims, imperial storage, and ritual bronzes. Beyond the jade suit and gold seal, you can also see the rhino horn-shaped jade cup carved from a single piece of green jade (now listed among China's prohibited overseas exhibition relics), the high-stemmed cup combining jade, gold, silver, bronze, and wood materials, as well as over ten sets of jade pendants and dozens of jade sword ornaments from the Han dynasty. The double-ring jade pendant with openwork dragon and phoenix designs was found covering the tomb owner's right eye. Its inner ring features an openwork swimming dragon, while the outer ring depicts a phoenix—this very motif became the source of the museum's emblem. The visit usually follows the order of the comprehensive exhibition building, the ancient tomb protection area, and the main exhibition building. The comprehensive exhibition building also features a special exhibition titled "Ceramic pillows donated by Mr. and Mrs. Yang Yongde," where the diverse shapes and glazes of porcelain pillows from various dynasties are easily overlooked but worth taking a few minutes to appreciate. The tomb also contains over ten sacrificial burials, corresponding to the "Sacrificial burials in the tomb" unit, offering a direct insight into the unique burial customs of the Nanyue Kingdom. If you're interested in Han Dynasty jade artifacts or the history of the Nanyue Kingdom, it's recommended to hold two to three hours for a thorough exploration.

No. 3 of Family-friendly Attractions in Hunan

Mangshan Wuzhifeng Scenic Area

Mangshan Wuzhifeng Scenic Area is located in Rongjiadong, Yizhang County, Chenzhou City, Hunan Province. It boasts the most spectacular landscapes at the heart of Mangshan, featuring dozens of attractions including Wuzhifeng Peak, Golden Whip Grand Canyon, Golden Whip Divine Pillar, Skyscraping Ridge, Cliffside Walkway, Guangdong Viewing Platform, Yaotai Terrace, and Wuzhifeng Scenic Area's Marvelous Brushwork. The area is abundant with peculiar pines, bizarre rocks, and perilous peaks; sea of clouds, cascading waterfalls, and hot springs offer breathtaking views; while exotic flowers, rare plants, and adorable wildlife can occasionally be spotted. With sightseeing cable cars and sky-high walkways, every step brings new wonders and unforgettable experiences. Wuzhifeng Scenic Area in Mangshan is renowned as "one mountain spanning two provinces - Hunan and Guangdong meet here," preserving the most intact primeval forest at this latitude on Earth. It's also home to the critically endangered Mangshan pit viper, often called the "panda of snakes." The attraction boasts the most spectacular views of Damang Mountain, featuring countless peculiar pines and bizarre rocks. The sea of clouds is a breathtaking sight, with famous scenic spots including Finger Peak Crossing, Cloud Walkway Stroll, Golden Whip Panorama, East Gate Welcome, Heavenly Ladder Sea View, Seven Stars Battling the Sun, and Sky Tower Gazing at Guangdong. Wuzhifeng Scenic Area In Mangshan is known as "a mountain you don't need to climb." It features one of China's longest single-line sightseeing cable cars, the longest elevated walkway in southern China (8 km), and a cliff elevator at 1,600m above sea level, making it a barrier-free mountain resort.

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Pearl River Night Cruise

The Pearl River Night Cruise is a sightseeing experience that takes you by boat along the core section of the Pearl River in Guangzhou. As the cruise travels down the river, the lights on both banks reflect on the water, and modern landmarks such as Canton Tower, Haixinsha, and Liede Bridge come into view one after another. The route also passes Haizhu Square and the Guangzhou Liberation Memorial Statue, a view once selected as one of the Eight Sights of Guangzhou under the name "Pearl Sea Danxin" and an important node on Guangzhou's modern-era central axis. Beyond modern architecture, the journey also reveals a number of historic riverside buildings, including the Southern Building, Aiqun Hotel, Guangzhou Hotel, Huaxia Hotel, and Jiangwan Hotel, as well as the riverside green spaces of Ersha Island and the European-style villas of Shamian Island. Seen from the water, the arcaded buildings of the modern era face the contemporary high-rises across the river, and the layered depth of Guangzhou's skyline stands out especially clearly against the traced outlines of light.

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Guilin Li River Scenic Area

The scenery of the Li River is exactly what is depicted in the primary school Chinese textbook essay "Guilin's Scenery," and the praise "Guilin's scenery tops the world" is inseparable from this river. The peaks on both banks of the Guilin Li River Scenic Area are tall, majestic, and endlessly varied, making this the essence of Guilin's scenery. "A hundred miles of Li River, a hundred miles of gallery"—green peaks line the banks, emerald waters swirl, gorges and cliffs rise, springs and waterfalls hang, and green islets and treacherous shoals, wondrous caves and beautiful rocks abound; every view is like a typical Chinese ink painting. Dozens of well-known attractions are distributed along the river: Wujiu Beach, Nine Oxen and Three Islets, Bat Hill, Waiting-for-Husband Rock, Caoping scenery, Crown Cave, Xiushan, Half-Side Ferry, Immortal Turning the Mill, Yangdi scenery, Carp Hanging on the Cliff, Wave Stone Wonder, Xialong scenery, Jilong Hill, Eight Immortals Crossing the River, Five-Finger Hill, Turtle Climbing the Mountain, Nine Horses Mural Hill, Yellow Cloth Shoal Reflection (the filming location for the background of the CNY 20 banknote), Camel Crossing the River, Chaoban Hill, Xingping scenery, Luosi Hill, Fishing Village, Longtou Hill, and more. The main ways to explore the Guilin Li River Scenic Area include taking a boat, riding a bamboo raft, and hiking. Cruising downstream allows you to take in the peak forests and pastoral villages along both banks, making it the classic way to experience the entire river; bamboo rafts are ideal for getting up close to the water and cliff faces on the most scenic stretches; hiking along the river lets you pass through villages and mountain paths, savoring everything at your own pace. The section from Yangdi to Xingping is known as the essence of the Guilin Li River Scenic Area, home to classic views such as Nine Horses Mural Hill, Yellow Cloth Shoal Reflection, and the Xingping scenery—no matter which option you choose, it is not to be missed.

No. 2 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Hunan

Yangtianhu Grassland

Yangtianhu Grassland is located in Beihu District, Chenzhou City, Hunan Province, with an average altitude of over 1,300 m and a total area of 40 km². It is a rare alpine grassland in southern China, hailed by many travelers as the "Hulunbuir of the south" and rated as a provincial-level tourist resort. The sixth season of Hunan TV's "Chinese Restaurant" was filmed at Yangtianhu Grassland. Yangtianhu Grassland is composed ofYangtianhu GrasslandIt consists of two parts: the grassland and the hinterland of the prairieYangtianhu GrasslandIt is an extinct volcanic crater gifted by the Quaternary glacial period, with perennial springs nourishing the entire grassland. On the ridges of the grassland stand towering wind turbines that stretch for miles, their white blades contrasting beautifully with the green grass, creating a unique and magnificent landscape. Yangtianhu Grassland has an average summer temperature of 20°C and fresh air, making it a summer retreat. The green grass season lasts up to 9 months, and the scenery of the four seasons—spring, summer, fall, and winter—each has its own unique charm; natural views such as grasslands, lakes, and wetlands make for great photos with every snap. Yangtianhu Grassland is a must-visit internet-famous attraction in Chenzhou: internet-famous food trucks, yurts, grassland cafes, and grassland campsite afternoon tea are not only refueling stations for visitors, but also internet-famous photo spots; Hobbit castle,Hobbit houseThe rainbow flying house authentically recreates movie scenes, as if stepping into a fairytale world. It also introduces adorable pets like alpacas, sika deer, call ducks, black swans, and dorper sheep—all gentle and charmingly cute. Activities include horseback riding, archery, shooting, boating, and grass sliding. Experience canyon stream trekking, grassland cultural performances, and a travel photo shoot on the prairie, letting you enjoy southern grassland scenery while fully immersing in recreational fun and deeply appreciating the pastoral cultural atmosphere.