Nanyang Wolong Gang | Humble life in Nanyang, Seeking the Reclusive Strategist

| Humble life in Nanyang, Seeking the Reclusive Strategist. Nanyang Wolong Gang is the place where Zhuge Liang lived in seclusion and farmed during the Three Kingdoms period, and where Liu Bei "visited the thatched cottage three times." It is known as the "No. 1 Gang in the World." It integrates historical sites, natural ecology, and wisdom culture. It is the core landmark of Nanyang's cultural tourism and an important source of Three Kingdoms culture in China. Cradle of Wisdom: Zhuge Liang lived in seclusion here in his youth, studying and leaving behind allusions such as "Visiting the Thatched Cottage Three Times" and "Longzhong Dialogue," which are important sources of Three Kingdoms culture. Cultural Holy Land: It has the Wu Hou Temple, a national key cultural relics protection unit, the Han Painting Museum, a national first-class museum, and a large number of steles, plaques and other cultural relics. It is the core carrier for studying Han Dynasty culture and Zhuge Liang's thoughts. [Classic Must-sees] Wu Hou Temple: Built in the Wei and Jin Dynasties, the existing architectural complex of the Yuan, Ming and Qing Dynasties includes the "Ten Scenes of Wolong," such as the Ancient Cypress Pavilion, Yeyun Nunnery, and Gonggeng Pavilion. The temple houses the stone inscription of Shi Shi Biao (memorial to the emperor before going to war) handwritten by Yue Fei. Han Painting Museum: The largest Han Dynasty stone carving museum in China, displaying more than 2,000 Han paintings and stones, showing the social life and artistic achievements of the Han Dynasty. Zhuge Thatched Cottage: Restores Zhuge Liang's thatched cottage when he lived in seclusion. There are scenes such as Banyue Platform and Xiaohong Bridge around it, restoring the pastoral artistic conception of "farming in Longmu." Ten Scenes of Wolong Gang: Including Ningyuan Building, Liangfu Rock, Laolong Cave, etc., integrating natural landscapes and humanistic allusions. ​ [Recommended Tour Route] ① Cultural Exploration Route: Wu Hou Temple (Great Worship Hall → Thatched Cottage → Ancient Cypress Pavilion) → Han Painting Museum (Han Dynasty Stone Carving Exhibition Hall → Chu and Han Elegance Exhibition Hall) → Wolong Academy (Three Kingdoms Culture Exhibition) ② Ecological Leisure Route: Wolonggang Cultural Park (restored ecological hill walk) → Baihe Wetland Viewing Platform → Ten Scenes of Wolonggang (Banyue Platform, Gonggeng Tian) [Practical Guide] ① Tickets and Opening Hours: Full price ticket is CNY 50/person, and the Han Painting Museum is free. Peak season (April-October): 8:00-18:00; Off-season (November-March): 8:00-17:30. The night tour light show restores the scene of "Visiting the Thatched Cottage Three Times," and the thatched cottage area is set up with immersive Three Kingdoms-themed interactions. ② Transportation Guide: Take bus No. 1 or No. 6 to "Wu Hou Temple Station," and take a taxi from Nanyang East Railway Station for about 20 minutes. ③ Service Facilities: The scenic spot is equipped with a smart tour guide (CNY 30/unit), rest area and cultural and creative shop (selling Han painting rubbings, Zhuge cultural and creative products). ④ Recommended Joint Tours: Nanyang Fuya (the most complete existing Ming and Qing government office at the prefecture level, ticket price is CNY 25)/Neixiang County Ya (China's only well-preserved county-level government office)/Dushan Scenery (Nanyang "Jade Capital," where you can enjoy Dushan jade culture and rose flower sea).