Things to do in Zhongfang

Huaihua Grand Canyon

Huaihua Grand Canyon is located in Daping Village, Huangyan Tourist Resort, 20 kilometers east of Hecheng District, Huaihua City. It has an average altitude of 850 meters and a high altitude of 1,200 meters. The annual temperature is 5-6 degrees lower than that of the urban area. The air in the area is clear, the environment is beautiful, there are groups of caves, and the rocks are jagged. It is a typical karst landform. You can go outing and enjoy flowers in spring, escape the heat and cool in summer, enjoy the maple leaves in autumn, and enjoy the snow in winter. It is a good place for suburban Residents and tourists to hike and visit.

Yushuwan

Located in Huaihua, Hunan, Yushuwan is a destination that blends natural ecology with cultural and leisure elements, perfect for both daily relaxation and short getaways. Preserving abundant natural vegetation, the lush greenery is interspersed with walking trails and rest areas. Visitors can stroll along the trails, enjoying the fresh forest air, or rest on a bench under the shade of a tree for a moment of tranquility. The area features a waterfront terrace, situated near the water, offering expansive views of the ripples and surrounding scenery. On clear days, the play of light and shadow between the water and the vegetation creates a soothing atmosphere. In addition to the natural landscape, Yushuwan also features recreational areas, including stylish and practical public facilities and small shops offering light meals and beverages to meet visitors' more relaxed dining needs. Some areas are decorated with seasonal themes, such as spring floral displays and autumn natural hues, adding a touch of variety to each visit. Whether visiting alone to relax or with family and friends for a stroll and a chat, there's a perfect place to unwind and experience a relaxing time close to nature.

Jingping Ancient Village

Jingping Ancient Village is located on the west bank of Wushui River in Zhongfang Town, Zhongfang County, 15 kilometers away from downtown Huaihua, with very convenient transportation. There are more than 20 ancient cultures in the village, such as ancestral halls, ancient post roads, Fubo Palace, Wenchang Pavilion, Jiexiaofang, Tang Dynasty ancient wells, hydrological monuments, Longfeng Bridge, Guanyin Pavilion, Wutong Temple and old and Neolithic eras. Ruins. The area around Jingping and Wushui River was the land of Nanman in ancient times. The folk cultural elements such as wine songs, Nuo opera, fishing drums, and bawang whip that have been passed down to this day attract countless tourists. The farmhouses in Jingping Ancient Village are basically Ming and Qing buildings composed of small courtyards, which blend with the surrounding landscape and countryside, giving people a sense of simplicity and restraint. In the village, there are also ancient wells of Tang Dynasty, city walls of Ming Dynasty, former residences of Qing people, together with a thousand-year-old couple tree and ancient stone fish, allowing you to fully appreciate the richness of history and the tranquility of the ancient village. The Pan's Ancestral Hall was built in the late Ming and early Qing dynasties. Although it has experienced wind and rain, it is still elegant and antique. On the stage of the ancestral hall, visitors can enjoy the Nuo opera, Bawang whip and fishing drums written, directed and performed by Jingping villagers, which will make you feel like returning to the distant past.

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Qianyang Ancient Town

Nestled in the upper reaches of Yuanshui, Qianyang Ancient Town is one of the well-preserved examples of ancient cities dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties. The ancient city is surrounded by water on three sides. It is a frontier town in Xiang-Chu-Miao Region and also known as the “gateway to Yunnan and Guizhou”. Of the original five city gates, four still remain to this day. The West Gate is also known as Zhongzheng Gate. The gate and the building are incredibly well preserved with the words “Zhong Zheng Men” still inscribed on the gate, written by Dai Li, dating back from the days of the Warlord Era. The well-preserved fishbone-shape road layout is formed by the two main streets in the north and south. It was called Nine Streets and Eighteen Lanes in ancient times and there are a variety of ancient buildings on both sides of the street such as the county government, academies, temples, inns and theaters.

Memorial Hall of the Victory of the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the Acceptance of Japan’s Surrender

Memorial Hall of the Victory of the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the Acceptance of Japan’s Surrender, located in Zhijiang County, Huaihua, is a memorial site where the Chinese people accepted the surrender of the invading Japanese army. It is also one of the earliest specialized memorial halls in China to comprehensively reflect the theme of the victory and surrender of the War of Resistance. In August 1945, Japan announced its unconditional surrender, and from August 21 to 23, the Nationalist Government held the surrender ceremony here. The main buildings of Memorial Hall of the Victory of the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the Acceptance of Japan’s Surrender include theSurrender Memorial Archway, the Surrender Ceremony Hall of the China Theater, and others. Among them, theSurrender Memorial Archwayis known as the "Arc de Triomphe of China." It stands 8.5m high, 10.46m wide, and 1.15m thick, featuring a blue brick and cement exterior, a "mountain" character-shaped top, four pillars with three arches, and is inlaid with Yuanzhou purple robe jade belt stone. The venue includes the restored surrender hall and an exhibition of surrender materials, housed in a typical 1940s barracks-style building. It utilizes high-tech audio, light, and electrical displays to showcase thousands of important national cultural relics and documents. The memorial hall also includes the former headquarters of the Chinese Army and the Former Site of He Yingqin's Office, where the tables, chairs, and sofas on display are original items from that time. Not far away is Huaihua Zhijiang Airport, which was once the second-largest military airport for the Allied forces in the Far East during World War II. It served as a base for General Claire Lee Chennault's Chinese-American Composite Wing and the United States Fourteenth Air Force. The Sino-American Air Force Club and the airport control tower near the airport are still well-preserved. When visiting Memorial Hall of the Victory of the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the Acceptance of Japan’s Surrender, it is recommended to hire a guide to gain a more detailed understanding of the history here.

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Longjin Wind and Rain Bridge

Longjin Wind and Rain Bridge spans the Wu River in Zhijiang, Huaihua. First built in the 19th year of the Wanli reign of the Ming Dynasty, it was damaged and rebuilt several times over the past 400-plus years, remaining a vital crossing point for travelers and merchants between Hunan and Guizhou. The current bridge structure dates back to a large-scale reconstruction in the late 1990s, which still utilizes traditional Dong wooden construction techniques. The entire bridge is over 200 m long and more than 10 m wide, resting on 16 boat-shaped stone piers with pointed ends facing the current, bonded with a mortar of sticky rice and tung oil. The wooden structure on the bridge is entirely joined by mortise and tenon, without the use of a single nail or rivet. The name "Longjin" is said to be derived from the sight of the boat-shaped piers "spitting water" as they cut through the waves. A long corridor with triple-eaved roofs connects the two banks, interspersed with seven five-story pavilions. With their deep blue glazed tiles and upturned eaves, they look like a long dragon lying on the river from a distance. Nearly 100 stall-style shops line both sides of the bridge, filled with local snacks like pickled radish and Zhijiang duck, as well as Dong silver jewelry and daily goods. The scent of tea drifts from teahouses where locals often sit and relax, making a walk across the bridge feel more like strolling through an old street built over the river. Climbing up to the pavilions in the middle of the bridge offers a bird's-eye view of the stilt houses along both banks of the Wu River, with the nearby Zhijiang Tianhou Temple complementing the bridge. The bronze rhinoceros statue at the bridgehead, covered in Dong patterns, embodies prayers for flood control and peace.

Yushuwang Youth Square

Yushuwang Youth Square is an immersive cultural-commercial-tourism complex integrating culture, commerce, and tourism. Guided by the philosophy of "immersive design," it incorporates ethnic cultural elements from the Dong, Miao, and Tujia minorities. The attraction features the Wunu Tribe Light World—a fantasy-themed complex blending "shamanic culture + immersive storytelling + digital interaction." Within the site, the "One County, One Specialty" themed street showcases regional specialties and intangible cultural heritage from Huaihua's 13 counties and districts. Offering full-day, all-scenario immersive performance activities, it has become Huaihua's new cultural landmark and "urban living room."

Guanhe Tower - Heming Islet

Located in Hecheng District, Huaihua City, Heming Islet features a pagoda, lush greenery, and beautiful scenery, making it a great place for leisure, walking, and sightseeing.

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Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park

Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park is named after the natural wonder "Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park - Tianmen Cave." When visiting the attraction, you can enjoy a bird's-eye view of the winding Heaven-Linking Avenue and the stunning mountain scenery from the cable car. The brave can also walk along the cliff-hugging glass skywalk for an exhilarating aerial experience. Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park is located close to Zhangjiajie city. The Tianmen Cave in the park is a natural karst cave, and locals believe it leads directly to heaven. For ordinary travelers, Tianmen Cave is not open year-round. During winter each year, due to snow and icy roads, both Tianmen Cave and the Avenue toward Heaven (a winding mountain road with 99 turns) leading to it are closed. The lower station of the attraction's cableway is located in Guanliping, Yongding District, and the upper station isTianmen MountainTop. In 2020, the attraction opened the express cableway. The lower station of the express cableway is near the entrance to Tianmen Mountain, and the upper station is atTianmen CaveNear the parking lot. Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park is filled with ancient towering trees and intertwined vines. The attraction is divided into several main areas, including Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park - Tianmen Cave, central route, eastern route and western route. Travelers can choose different routes and areas to explore based on their preferences and physical condition. The core attraction along the central route is Tianmen Mountain Temple. Nearby lies the "Child-seeking cave," where folk legends claim Guanyin, the child-giving bodhisattva, manifested her divine power—devout prayers here are believed to grant offspring. The western route's highlight is a 60 m-long glass walkway clinging to sheer cliffs, with fully transparent flooring that induces both vertigo and exhilaration as visitors tread above abysses. Currently, the eastern route and Panlong Cliff each feature their own approx. 60 m glass walkways. No stay is allowed in the attraction, so it can only be visited within one day. There is a "Cherry Bay Restaurant" near Tianmen Mountain Temple, which offers snacks and fast food. Near the lower station of Tianmen Mountain cableway, there is transportation to the "Grand Canyon Theater", where you can watch the live show and magical musical "Tianmen Fox Fairy". Adapted from the mythological tale "Liu Hai cuts firewood", it tells a touching love story between a human and a fox. With live music, lighting effects, and captivating scenes like a giant moon, fox spirit transformations, snowflakes filling the sky, and high-altitude flying bridges, this legendary romance is vividly brought to life.