Explore Yueyang in 1 Day: Tower to Village Gems

by Evelyn

May 8, 2024 · 1 min read

Embark on a one-day journey through Yueyang County, where history and culture intertwine. Begin your adventure at the Yueyang Tower, an iconic symbol of ancient Chinese architecture. Allocate two hours to immerse yourself in the grandeur of this historic building, standing proudly on Dongting North Road. As you marvel at its intricate designs, let the stories of its past whisk you away to a different era. Next, transition from architectural splendor to the rustic charm of Zhang Guying Village. This ancient village offers a full day's exploration amidst its well-preserved structures and local customs. Wander through the narrow lanes and discover the secrets that have been kept alive through generations. With a blend of historical significance and cultural depth, your day in Yueyang County will leave you with a profound appreciation for China's rich heritage.

Top 6 Hotels in Yueyang County

TOP 1

Yueyang Wanfulai Hotel

2/5

141 reviews

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TOP 2

Kyriad Marvelous Hotel Yueyang County Dongfang Road

3/5

253 reviews

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TOP 3

vienna international hotel（yueyangxian Bus station store）

3/5

272 reviews

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Lavande Hotel (Fuya Hotel)

3/5

670 reviews

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Yueyang Yueming Hotel

2/5

90 reviews

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Ronghu Hotel

4/5

143 reviews

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Itinerary at a Glance

Day 1

Yueyang Tower - Zhang Guying Village

1 Day in Yueyang County Itinerary: Day 1

Yueyang Tower

Kicking off our Yueyang journey, the iconic Yueyang Tower stands as our first stop, promising a blend of history and culture. Perched elegantly on Dongting North Road, this historic building is not just an architectural marvel but also a sentinel of stories past. With a generous two-hour stay, you'll have ample time to explore its ancient halls, soak in the panoramic views of Dongting Lake, and delve into the lore that has cemented its place in Chinese literature and heritage.

Attraction Info

Dongting North Road, Yueyanglou District, Yueyang City
Suggested tour duration: 2-3 hour
Open from 7:30am-6:00pm

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Zhang Guying Village

As the day unfolds, we'll transition from the majestic Yueyang Tower to the rustic embrace of Zhang Guying Village. This ancient village is a living museum, encapsulating a day's worth of exploration within its time-honored walls. Nestled in Zhangguyingzhen, the village offers a unique glimpse into traditional Chinese community life, architecture, and the enduring spirit of the past. Meander through its narrow lanes, discover hidden courtyards, and let the history of this serene hamlet wash over you as you cap off an unforgettable day in Yueyang County.

Attraction Info

Zhangguyingzhen, Yueyang, Hunan, China
Suggested tour duration: 0.5-1 day
Open from 8:00am-5:30pm

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GU ZHEN XIAO CHU

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Zhanggu Yingxuan Homestay

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Yueyang County

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Top Things to Do in Yueyang County-2024

Zhang Guying Village, an ancient village with many years of history, is located in the Zhang Guying Town, Yueyang County, Yueyang City. Despite the changing world around it, it remains fairly true to its original state. The building materials in the ancient village are mainly wood, supplemented by blue granite bricks. The overall layout has a honeycomb-like structure. The rooms are centered on patios. Each module has an integrated courtyard.

The Yueyang Tower is located in Yueyang City, Hunan Province. Near the shore of Dongting Lake, the Pavilion is one of the Three Great Towers of Jiangnan. It was made famous by the author Fan Zhongyan’s Memorial to Yueyang Tower. When you climb the tower, you will overlook the misty and watery expanse of Dongting Lake. If you are familiar with Fan's Memorial to Yueyang Tower, one of its famous lines may echo in your ears: “First be concerned with the worries of the world and then you can rejoice in its joys.” In addition to climbing the tower to gaze into the distance and reflect on ancient times, the architectural structure of the tower itself is also worth a look. The entire structure is built without a single metal nail or support beam.

Baling Square is located by the beautiful Dongting Lake, with Yueyang Food Street Bianhe Street and Yueyang Tower Park nearby. It is a lively place in Yueyang. The obvious sign of this square with an area of more than 40,000 square meters is the 16-meter-high "Hou Yi Shooting the Snake" sculpture, which is taken from the story of the snake eating the elephant in the mountains and the sea. It is said that Hou Yi once killed the snake in Dongting Lake. It is Yueyang that builds up bones into hills. The myths and legends are used to interpret the origin of the name of the city of Yueyang, "Baling". The entire square is magnificent. The central square is surrounded by sparse forests and grasslands. The square is basically symmetrical, highlighting the east-west historical development axis of the city. Standing on the steps of the Binhu Scenic Area, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Dongting Lake. The platform is directly connected to the water surface, and the atmosphere is spectacular. Along the lake is a rocky fence, which is inscribed with verses left by many literati and writers, which is intriguing. There are also towers such as Zhanyue Gate and the museum on the side of the square, which can provide an unobstructed view of the square and Dongting Lake.

Junshan is a small island in Dongting Lake—a lake which stretches over 400 kilometers. It is on the opposite side of the famous Yueyang Building. The island is shaded by lush greenery and has a large lakeside wetland. There are many places of interest on the island, such as Xiangfei's Tomb and the Two Ladies' Tombs. Xiangfei's Tomb is built to commemorate Xiangfei, and the Two Ladies' Tomb is built to commemorate the two concubines who are buried here.

TOP 5

Dongting Lake Tourism and Resorts Zone

4.5/5 · 377 review

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Highlights:

The Dongting Lake under Yueyang Tower is the relic of Yunmengze in ancient times. Although its area is now twice as small as before, it is still the second largest freshwater lake in the country. Dongting Lake is composed of four large lakes, Dongting Lake and Datong Lake in the east, west and south, presenting a landscape of water flow swamps, river network plains, surrounded by mountains on the east, south and west, and an open horseshoe-shaped basin in the north. The scenery is beautiful and there are many scenic spots, such as: Yueyang Tower, Junshan, Du Fu's Tomb, Yangmo Village, Tiejing Building, Quzi Temple and other historical sites. In Chenglingji, the junction of East Dongting Lake and the Yangtze River, there is a place called Sanjiangkou. From here, you can see Dongting in the distance, but you can see the Xiangjiang River surging northward. The literati and writers of all dynasties have enthusiastically chanted the beautiful Dongting Lake. The "Yueyang Tower" in the Northern Song Dynasty depicts the changing scenery of Dongting Lake from the perspective of Yueyang Tower. The momentum of Dongting Lake is majestic and majestic, and the moonlight of Dongting Lake is soft and magnificent. Even in the gloomy and dark weather, it gives people a unique and secret feeling, arousing people's interest in traveling. Dongting Lake is also a well-known land of fish and rice, with extremely rich products. The main economic fish are carp, grass, tuna, anchovy, herring and so on. Whitebait is its famous product. Shellfish resources are also very rich, up to more than 40 species. In addition, the ramie, Junshan tea and Xianglian abounds in the Lake District, which are well-known both at home and abroad.

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