[2025 Shuangpai Attraction] Travel Guide for Tongziao Scenic Area (Updated Apr)

#Ginkgo Tongzi'ao is located in Yongzhou, Hunan. It is known as the No. 1 Ginkgo Village in China. It is said that there are thousands of ginkgo trees in the entire scenic area. The golden flowers all over the mountain are really beautiful. It is one of my favorite autumn scenes in the mainland in recent years❤️ The full bloom time of Tongzi'ao is generally from mid-November to early December, but when we went there in early December, most of the leaves had fallen, so if you want to see the most beautiful ginkgo in Tongzi'ao, you may only see it in the two weeks from mid-November to the end of the month. Don't miss it during the limited season👍 🎯Tongzi'ao Scenic Area 8:00-17:30 Qiyang County, Yongzhou, Hunan #Outing and flower viewing is the right time #Couples travel #100 ways to travel #Flower viewing season #Ginkgo Village #Ginkgo beauty #China's first Ginkgo village

Hey everyone, want to explore Yongzhou without any regrets? Look no further! This two-night, three-day itinerary will take you on an in-depth experience of Yongzhou's charm. We've got you covered with a comprehensive guide to food, attractions, and accommodations! Save this post and follow along for a guaranteed amazing time! 💖✨ -------------------- Must-See Attractions: 🌟 Yunbingshan Tourist Area: Marvel at the stunning ice formations, stroll through the beautiful Zhuxi River, and experience the changing seasons on one mountain. 🏞️ Shang Gantang Ancient Village Scenic Area, Jiangyong: Enjoy the beautiful scenery and ancient architecture that exudes a rustic and elegant charm, as if traveling through time. 🍂 Tongzi'ao: In autumn, Tongzi'ao boasts more than ten kilometers of golden ginkgo leaves, resembling a vibrant and breathtaking oil painting. -------------------- 🎒 Travel Preparations: 👕 Clothing: The weather in Yongzhou in March is pleasant, so pack a light jacket, T-shirts, and comfortable sneakers. Don't forget a sun hat. 📷 Accessories: Phone and charger are essential, as well as a selfie stick to capture those precious moments! If you want to take beautiful photos, bring a camera. 🆔 Documents: Bring your ID card and student ID, you might be able to enjoy special discounts. 🧴 Protection: Sunscreen and sunglasses are a must to protect your skin. You can also bring a folding umbrella for both sunny and rainy days. 🍞 Food: Carry some snacks and water with you to keep your energy levels up! Okay, all set, Yongzhou, here we come! 🚀 -------------------- Enjoy a hassle-free and relaxing group tour of Yongzhou! Don't miss out on the beautiful scenery and delicious food. Pack your bags and let's explore the charm of Yongzhou together!

Tongzi'ao Travel Guide: Tongzi'ao is located in Chalin Town, Shuangpai County, Yongzhou City. It is a national 4A scenic area, famous for its ginkgo landscape.  Best Time to Visit The best time to visit Tongzi'ao to see the ginkgo trees is from November to early December, when the ginkgo leaves are golden and bright. Transportation Guide - Self-driving: Depart from Yongzhou, drive along the Erguang Expressway, exit at Shuangpai/Chalin/Yangmingshan/S216, then turn to S216, and finally arrive at Tongzi'ao Ginkgo Village, about 1 hour by car. - Public transportation: First take a bus from Yongzhou to Shuangpai, then transfer to a bus or taxi to Tongzi'ao in Shuangpai. Attraction Introduction - Ancient Ginkgo Forest: There are more than 1,000 ginkgo trees, more than 200 of which are over 100 years old. There are four or five patches of ancient ginkgo forests with 20-30 trees. Walking among them, you will feel like you are in a golden ocean. - Xunlong Valley: The scenery in the valley is quiet, with streams flowing. You can walk along the valley and feel the tranquility and beauty of nature. - Mixin Valley: It is one of the main areas to enjoy the ginkgo forest. You can wander among them and look for the most beautiful ginkgo landscape. - Fairy Lake: The lake is clear, and the surrounding scenery is pleasant. It complements the ginkgo forest and forms a beautiful picture. Travel Route You can enter from the entrance of the scenic area, first visit the ancient ginkgo forest, enjoy the golden ginkgo leaves, and take photos; then go to Xunlong Valley to feel the tranquility of nature; then visit Mixin Valley to continue exploring the beauty of ginkgo; finally arrive at Fairy Lake to enjoy the lake and mountain scenery. Accommodation and Dining - Accommodation: There are a few homestays near Tongzi'ao to choose from, or you can choose to stay in Shuangpai County or Lingling District. - Dining: Local specialties include native chicken, bacon, etc., which can be tasted in or around the scenic area. Tickets and Discounts - Ticket price: Reference price is CNY 30/person. - Discount policy: Children under 14 years old, seniors over 65 years old, active and retired military personnel, police, firefighters, medical staff, and disabled people are exempt from tickets with valid certificates; with Tongzi'ao scenic area tickets, you can buy tickets to Yangmingshan, Huaiqian Valley, and Qinglong Cave scenic areas within three days for only CNY 15.

In late autumn, Tongzi'ao is covered in a golden hue. Yongzhou Tongzi'ao Scenic Area is located in Tongzi'ao Village, Chalin Town, Shuangpai County, Yongzhou City, Hunan Province. It is known as the "First Ginkgo Village in China." The best time to view the ginkgo trees is from early November to early December. The area has over 300 mu of ginkgo forest and more than 3,000 ginkgo trees, over 200 of which are over 100 years old. The oldest ginkgo tree is over 1,600 years old. In late autumn, the ginkgo forest is covered in a golden hue, making you feel like you've entered a golden fairy tale world. The autumn wind is like a magical painter, using a large brush dipped in golden paint to create a masterpiece in the ginkgo forest. The golden ginkgo leaves are like small, exquisite gold foil fans, gently swaying in the breeze. Walking on the path covered with golden ginkgo leaves, the sound of the leaves crunching underfoot is like a beautiful melody, whispering the secrets of autumn. The sunlight filters through the golden ginkgo leaves, creating a beautiful oil painting-like scene on the ground. In addition, the flower sea in the scenic area is also a popular spot for visitors. The sunflowers and cosmos flowers are in full bloom, waiting for you to come and enjoy.

Known as the "No. 1 Ginkgo Village in China", Yongzhou Tongzi'ao welcomes the most beautiful ginkgo trees in mid-November. The village is home to more than 3,000 ginkgo trees, including more than 200 ancient ginkgo trees over 100 years old. Let's go and check in at the 1,600-year-old ancient ginkgo tree, the giant tree king with a diameter of more than one meter. Best time to view ginkgo trees: November to December 🚗Self-driving travel guide: Navigate to "Tongzi'ao Scenic Area" and drive about 2 km after seeing the No. 1 Ginkgo Village in China to reach the scenic area. Ticket 🎫: 💰40/person 💡Travel tips: 1⃣Transportation between scenic spots is relatively scattered. If you decide to go, it is best to set off 4-5 hours in advance. We spent about 3 hours on the road, and the shuttle bus will not go to the scenic area. It takes about 1 hour to walk to the ginkgo forest. 2⃣Check the local weather conditions before departure and choose clothes of appropriate thickness. It is cold in Changsha. My companion wore a down jacket and almost got heatstroke. Although the mountains are surrounded, the road is very crowded, and there are so many people that you can't even open an umbrella. So, ladies, put on sunscreen! 3⃣Photos taken on the mountain are very white, and the light is very strong. So, if you want to take beautiful photos, it is best to wear bright clothes. We all wore black clothes, and the effect was not very good. Many ladies wore red clothes, which were beautiful, but it depends on the person. Young people can try green, blue, white, and other bright colors they like. 4⃣If you are picky about food, you can prepare a small amount of snacks (too difficult to carry), but it is best to prepare more water. Because you will be really thirsty. 5⃣If you don't have a car, it is recommended to go back at 4 pm at the latest. Because there are very few shuttle buses passing by, we carpooled back to Lingling.

📍Attraction Address: Tongzi'ao Scenic Area, a national 4A-level scenic area and the most beautiful ginkgo village in China, is located in Tongzi'ao Village, Chalin Town, Shuangpai County, Yongzhou City, Hunan Province. Cen Tianhe Reservoir is located at the mouth of Cen Tianhe, a tributary of Xiaoshui River, Dongtian Township, Jianghua County, Yongzhou City. Panwang Temple is located in Pingtouyan Park, the center of Jinghou City, Kouhua County. 🚗Attraction Transportation: Tongzi'ao Scenic Area is accessible from the Yangmingshan exit of the Erguang Expressway. Cen Tianhe Reservoir is in Tiandong Township, and self-driving is recommended. Panwang Temple is in the urban area, with convenient transportation. 👍️Must-visit Attractions: 1. Tongzi'ao Scenic Area. There are more than 3,000 ginkgo trees, including 217 trees over 100 years old. There are 4 to 5 places with 20 to 30 ancient ginkgo trees in a row. The best time to view ginkgo trees is from late November to mid-December every year. The tall ginkgo trees are golden and brilliant. Invite a few friends to step on the thick golden leaves and breathe the fresh air. Feel the harmony between man and nature. It is truly "a city full of golden armor," which is really great. 2. Cen Tianhe Reservoir. The water quality of the reservoir is blue. It is known as the "Jade Pool on Earth." You can take a boat tour at the pier. The natural scenery and beautiful scenery attract us. 3. Panwang Temple. It covers an area of 14,007 square meters and was completed and put into use in 1995. The total area is 1,300 square meters. The temple faces south and north. It is a concrete building complex. It is divided into three levels: low, medium, and high. The entire temple is well-proportioned. 🎟️Ticket Information: Tongzi'ao Scenic Area ticket is CNY 40, and reservoir yacht is CNY 60. 💗Other Tips:

A group of people have decided to go to Tongzi Ao, Yongzhou, Hunan, to appreciate the ancient trees in the ancient village on the first Sunday of December 2023. There is an ancient ginkgo community here, with more than 3,000 naturally growing ginkgo trees, the oldest of which is more than 1,600 years old. The tall branches of ancient cypresses and the fruit of ginkgo trees have been here for thousands of years. In the early morning, the weather was not very good. I took an umbrella and hiked to the meeting point. I still thought that it would not rain at the destination. After more than 3 hours of high-speed driving, we arrived directly at Tongzi'ao Scenic Area. The weather is sometimes cloudy and sunny, and the weather is cool. Local people said that a lot of ginkgo leaves fell due to rain and wind last night. After hearing this, I felt that it was a pity, but tourists were missing a lot. There were several buses and private cars, but the parking lot still seemed empty. The duck's feet are ripe and half off, and the ground is covered with yellow ginkgo leaves. Everyone's excitement is still there. Constantly taking photos of various styles. During lunch, it started to rain heavily. Take a break, the winter rain is like silk. Continuing a few steps forward, you will see the thousand-year-old couple tree and the century-old ginkgo tree in front of you. Some duck feet are half-cooked and still green in color, while others are suddenly successful. The posture is like a phoenix dancing in the clouds, and the energy is like a dragon nesting in a rock valley. The intertwined roots have passed through autumn several times, and I have been wandering around in vain every year. The air is so nice, take a deep breath. Just when we were about to leave, the breeze picked up, and the golden apricot leaves fell to the feet of the big tree with the wind. Several local families set up stoves, roasted sweet potatoes and sold dates. It’s a pleasure to meet you. I’ll come back next year.

Tongziyu, located in Yongzhou, Hunan Province, has more than 200 ginkgo trees, of which more than 90 are in the last hundred years. It is known as the first village of Chinese ginkgo. In the late autumn, the ginkgo is yellow, and a tall ginkgo tree is stretched. The golden foliage, like the umbrella cover, cares for this quiet and dilapidated village.