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Mount Hengshan
Located in Hengyang, Hunan Province, the Mount Heng Scenic Area includes the major attractions of Mount Heng and the Grand Temple of Mount Heng. The vegetation here is green and lush throughout the year, and there is a feeling of tranquility all around. Many temples dot the area, adding a pious tone to Mount Heng. The Grand Temple of Mount Heng at the foot of the mountain is an enormous group of ancient buildings in a palace style. It hosts a grand temple fair every year.Hengyang · 31.4 km from Hengdong
Nanyue Grand Temple
The Grand Temple of Mount Heng is located at the foot of Mount Heng. It has an expansive, palace-style layout. The main hall is dedicated to Zhurong, the Chinese god of fire. Zhurong is believed to have held the governmental office of Minister of Fire under the Yellow Emperor, and was also in charge of southern affairs. He was given the title “Divine Emperor of Mount Heng.” The square in front of the temple is used for traditional performances and burning incense. According to legend, Zhurong was always considerate to the needs of his subjects. Due to his popularity, the temple is always full of incense offerings.Hengyang · 28.3 km from Hengdong
Xiangjiang South Hot Spring Resort
Xiang·Jiangnan is located in Wenquan New Village, Yangqiao Town, Hengdong County. It is backed by Phoenix Mountain and sits on Xianhe Ridge. It creates a new highlight of Hunan tourism around the theme of "hot spring health, ecological landscape, ecological agriculture, and Hengdong cuisine". It is an ideal place for vacation in Changsha, Zhuzhou, Tanzhou and Hengdong. Starting from Changsha, Zhuzhou and Xiangtan, you can reach the destination within two hours by car. In terms of overall planning, the project is based on water, and the guest rooms are built along the mountain to form a natural village. It is very suitable for walking here. Walking on the stone-paved flower path, with pine trees, maple trees and willow trees interspersed among them, it is like walking in a Chinese garden.Hengdong · 23.2 km from downtown
Hengshan Ferry Folk Culture Experience Site
Hengshan Ferry Folk Culture Experience Site is located on the banks of theXiangjiang Riverin Hengshan County. It is an immersive district that integrates ferry memories, local market life, and intangible cultural heritage, combining tourism, commerce, culture, and leisure, and is committed to becoming a new landmark for cultural tourism in Hengshan. In the Intangible Cultural Heritage Zone, intangible cultural heritage projects such as Hengshan shadow puppetry, Yuebei folk songs, and Huagu lanterns are showcased in a dynamic way. Visitors can personally experience interactive activities like shadow puppet painting, oil-paper umbrella making, and palm weaving. The Market Life Zone gathers over 100 types of Hengshan specialty snacks, such as Leisu tea, Xidu Bianba, and handmade fish balls, creating a one shop, one flavor Hunan-style culinary experience. The Ferry Memory Zone uses theXiangjiang Riveras a stage to present live water performances like "Echoes of the Ancient Ferry" and "Phantom Ferry Dreams," as well as large-scale fireworks shows. The district has launched a "1+N" all-day performance matrix, covering ancient street parades, intangible cultural heritage flash mobs, NPC interactions, and core nighttime shows, creating a dynamic cultural space where there are performances every day and something to see at any time.Hengshan County · 18.4 km from Hengdong
Nanyueli
Nanyueli is located at the foot of Mount Heng in Hengyang, Hunan, and is a food and cultural block themed around "temple fair folk customs." It opened in the fall of 2024 and has now become a popular stop for many travelers after visiting Mount Heng. The block is centered on the "Nanyue Temple Fair" and is laid out with "one lake, one street, one island, one homestay, one tea house, one wild area, one theater, and one pier." Its imitation ancient architecture with flying eaves, along with rows of lanterns under the long corridors, captures the lively atmosphere of a temple fair within an approx. 800 m long old street. Hundreds of shops and stalls along the street feature specialty snacks, handicraft workshops, and intangible cultural heritage booths, where long queues for stinky tofu are the norm, and on the wooden stage at the crossroads, opera enthusiasts often perform to crowds of onlookers. Further in is the water alley, where small bridges and flowing water create a picturesque scene. At the end lies Jinyue Lake, which features a stage in the center. After nightfall, the lanterns light up one by one, and intangible cultural heritage performances like molten iron flower splashing and fire pot shows take turns on the lake. The molten iron is splashed into the night sky, turning into sparks that fill the air and pushing the nighttime atmosphere to a climax. Many travelers' itineraries involve hiking during the day and heading down to the block in the evening, just in time for the lights to come on. Those who enjoy photography can change into Hanfu and take pictures in the lantern corridor, on the water alley stone bridges, and at the lakeside pier. You can also take a cruise on the lake, which offers a different perspective for watching the performances.Hengyang · 27.3 km from Hengdong
Nanyue Jinyue Lake
Nanyue Jinyue Lake is located in the new district next to Nanyue District, Hengyang, and Mount Hengshan. Looking north towards Zhurong Peak, it is a waterfront leisure area centered on lake views, consisting of Jinyue Lake Park, artificial wetlands, and the Nanyueli cultural and tourism block. It was once a weed-covered wasteland, but now it features an expansive lake surface and continuous oases. Covered bridges, pavilions, and lakeside trails connect waterfront platforms and scenic features, making a stroll along the lake feel quite like a water town in Jiangnan. The lake's clear water has an ecological story behind it: water purified through layers of artificial wetlands is circulated back into the lake as landscape water, and the wetland itself has become a scenic spot in the lake area. A popular way to experience this place is "hiking the mountain by day, visiting the lake by evening." After touring the Nanyue Grand Temple and Nanyue Ancient Town area during the day, head to the lakeside in the evening to wait for the lights to come on at Nanyueli on the opposite bank—a food block themed around temple fair folk customs. Its horse-head walls, bluestone alleys, and strings of lanterns cast reflections onto the lake, making it a popular spot for Hanfu photography. After nightfall, there are often light shows on the lake, and intangible cultural heritage performances like molten iron flower splashing and fire pot shows take turns appearing against the backdrop of the mountain and water nightscape. Travelers looking for peace and quiet can take a walk along the lakeshore towards the wetland side, or sit by the lake and gaze at the silhouette of Zhurong Peak in the distance. The lake area is conveniently connected to hiking itineraries, making it suitable for travelers who don't want to hike Mount Hengshan at night but still want to see another side of Nanyue.Hengyang · 27.3 km from Hengdong
Hengshan Ancient City
Located in Yonghe Township, Hengshan County, Hengyang City, Hunan Province, Hengshan Ancient City is an ancient city with a long history and profound cultural heritage. Hengshan Ancient City was first built in the Southern Song Dynasty and has a history of hundreds of years. It was once the center of Hengzhou Prefecture and an important place for administration, economy, culture and education. The architectural style of the ancient city is full of the traditional mansion atmosphere of the south. Many buildings and cultural relics from the Ming and Qing Dynasties are preserved in the city. Walking through it, it seems to travel through time and space and feel the prosperous scene of ancient times. The Hengyang Ancient City Wall in the ancient city is one of its landmark buildings. It has witnessed the rise and fall of the ancient city and carries countless historical memories. There are also many ancient mansions with carved beams and painted buildings and exquisite craftsmanship, showing the superb level of ancient architectural art. The traditional commercial street is quaint and lined with shops, selling various handicrafts and delicacies with local characteristics, which makes people feel the rich folk customs. Hengshan Ancient City is also an important gathering place for religious culture, with many ancient temples in the city. Among them, Nanyue Temple, as one of the main temples in Nanyue Hengshan, one of the four famous Buddhist mountains in China, was built in the Ming Dynasty. It is large in scale and well preserved, attracting many tourists to come and worship and visit.Hengshan County · 11.9 km from Hengdong
City of Time 1944
Hengyang 1944 is not just a miniature "Little Shanghai," but a city of time and a performance park. Life is like a play, a journey to chase dreams. Here, you can travel through time, immerse yourself in a storyline, assume a new identity in a different world, and briefly experience another possibility of life. There are glamorous nights out, as well as simple rural pleasures. You'll find exquisite international cuisine alongside humble local dishes like congee and noodles. Browse vintage treasures at Nanshan Market or gather with friends for a cup of rustic tea at Tielu Gate. Watch shops, photo studios, barbershops, department stores, shoe-shine stands... In this city where time moves slowly, life doesn't need to be rushed. The mail arrives leisurely, and so does life itself.Hengyang · 26.3 km from Hengdong
Orange Isle Scenic Area
Orange Isle Scenic Area is a narrow sandbar lying across the heart of the Xiang River in Changsha, stretching approx. five km. It faces Yuelu Mountain to the west and borders Changsha's old city to the east, surrounded by water on all sides. Named after the abundant orange trees planted on the isle, it was historically called Shuiluzhou. Formed by river alluvium, this sandbar has existed for over a millennium, where the "River and sky in evening snow" scenery was once among the Eight Views of Xiaoxiang. In 1925, the poem "Spring in a pleasure garden - Changsha" was composed here, with its iconic line "Alone I stand in the biting fall, watching the Xiang River flow north past Orange Isle's head," which made this riverine landmark widely renowned. The highlights of the visit are concentrated at the islet's head: A granite art sculpture over 30 m tall, modeled after the 1925 youth image, stands facing the river as Changsha's highly recognizable landmark. Nearby, the Questioning Heaven Platform extends toward the river center, where leaning on the railing reveals the mighty Xiang River flowing northward, with Yuelu Mountain and the city skylines on both banks facing each other across the water. The Songju Pavilion, white marble poetry stele, and the 200-year-old ancient phoenix tree at the islet head are all in this area. Heading north from the islet head, a hundred-acre orange orchard bears golden fruits in fall, while bamboo groves, peach orchards, plum gardens, and osmanthus groves take turns showcasing seasonal flora. The historic Zhuzhang Ferry (where Zhu Xi and Zhang Shi once crossed the Xiang River for lectures) and the Huxiang Culture Exhibition Hall are scattered along the way. At the islet's tail, the reconstructed Jiangshen Temple and Gongji Tower area was precisely where ancients admired the "River and sky in evening snow" scenery. The island is long and narrow, making round-trip walks quite tiring. A sightseeing train is available for transportation, with multiple stops along the way for hopping on and off. Travelers with limited time are advised to head straight to the island's tip to see the sculpture and river views, then stroll leisurely along the riverside path. At dusk, watching the sunset over the Xiang River and seeing the lights gradually illuminate both shores from the island's tip is especially worth setting aside time for.China · Changsha
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What travelers say about Hengdong
_M1***00October 23, 2026
5.0
Hengshan Mountain truly lives up to its reputation as the most beautiful mountain under heaven. The entire hike, from top to bottom, took about seven hours with minimal stops except for taking photos. We happened to be there on a beautiful weekend, and the summit was packed with people, mostly those who had come by car. The Zhurong Temple was extremely popular with worshippers. It was definitely worth the trip.
Mount Hengshan
M22***03October 6, 2026
5.0
The Nanyue Grand Temple is wonderful! This place is one of the Five Sacred Mountains, and the Nanyue Grand Temple is located at the foot of Mount Heng. The incense here is particularly thriving, and there are incense vendors all over the foot of the mountain. I heard that this place is especially efficacious, and I will definitely make a special trip here next time!
Nanyue Grand Temple
_We***59May 7, 2025
4.0
🌈When I was riding the Changsha subway by chance, I saw an advertisement on the train and found out that there was a good place for hot springs in the vicinity. I made an appointment with my friends on May Day and set off📸📸
Transportation: It took about 2 hours to drive there. There were green mountains and clear waters along the way. My mood gradually improved. However, the location was quite in the mountains. I kept wondering if I had gone to the wrong place.
🧐Facilities/Services: I booked a double room with a private bath, which also included a double hot spring ticket. There were quite a lot of hot springs. After soaking, I went back to the room and lay down. It was super comfortable! The water activities are not fully open yet. It will be very cool to come here in the summer. The service staff are also very enthusiastic
🥳Food: Hengyang local dishes taste good. Spicy people can go there. It is also suitable to digest food by the lake after eating
Tips: You can experience the feeling of misty Jiangnan more when you come here on rainy days. It will be very photogenic when you wear Hanfu
Xiangjiang South Hot Spring Resort
M23***22June 17, 2025
4.0
If you want to travel around and learn about folk customs! Or just take a walk around the rest area, it is worth recommending! As a reference for a big attraction, it is not recommended 😜
Nanyueli
lhzaMarch 29, 2023
5.0
After visiting Hengshan, you can consider visiting the small ancient town at the foot of Hengshan. There are not many people there, and it feels a bit like a small town. The ancient town is not big, and you can walk around the town in about an hour. It is not very lively, but it has its own unique flavor.
Hengshan Ancient City
M31***12June 23, 2025
5.0
A very retro place. Many sisters rented costumes from the Republic of China to take photos. If you like the style of the Republic of China, it is worth coming.
City of Time 1944
YazonDinAltOctober 23, 2026
4.0
Orange Island is a bit of a mixed experience, and I'm honestly not entirely sure whether I'd consider it a must-visit in Changsha.It's a large, green, and pleasant park, with beautiful riverside views and plenty of space for walking. If you enjoy places with historical significance or simply want to experience a different side of the city, it's definitely worth considering.Most visitors seem to take the sightseeing train to the southern end of the island, where the famous Mao Zedong statue is located. That's also where you'll find plenty of people taking photos, so don't expect a particularly quiet experience.The main downside is that visiting the island takes quite a bit of time, especially if you want to explore it properly. And while it's certainly a nice place, I'm not sure the experience justifies spending several hours here if you have a limited amount of time in Changsha and other places you'd like to see.On the other hand, if you're simply looking for a relaxing walk through a green park, with opportunities to stop by the river and enjoy the scenery, it's a lovely option.Overall, I'd say it's worth visiting if you have some extra time or are particularly interested in Chinese history. Otherwise, I wouldn't necessarily put it at the very top of your Changsha itinerary.
Orange Isle Scenic Area
噼里啪啦December 24, 2019
4.0
Simple, natural, and grand, it's great!
[Scenery] The natural scenery here is really nice. The rain and fog are very fairy-like.
[Value for money] The memorial itself is actually managed in an ordinary way, but it's still good.
[Fun] It's interesting to listen to the stories of great people.
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