Zixing Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
Dongjiang Lake Scenic Area Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
Misty Dongjiang Lake (东江湖)
Dongjiang Lake, a reservoir located in Chenzhou, southeast of Hunan Province. Worth experiencing a combination of lakes, dams, mountains and caves with waterfalls and forests. The largest artificial lake in Hunan situated at Zixing (so be prepared to spend a whole day after entering into the scenic spot😁)
Attractions - Misty “Little” Dongjiang River, Dongjiang Dam, Hougushan Waterfall and Longjing Canyon
Specialty - Dongjiang fish; one of the four special products in Chenzhou and Chuyun Fairy Tea(black tea actually 😅)
Opening Hours - 07:00-17:30
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Dongjiang Lake, Chenzhou, Hunan
Dongjiang Lake is a huge area with tons of things to see, do and explore. When entering you can buy tickets which include bus and boat and rafting tickets. The bus takes you past a dam and to the main area with restaurants and shops. You can then walk to some of the waterfalls and shorter paths. The boat from there takes you to the island after a 20 min cruise where you can do more walks or go into the huge limestone karst cave which you can see in my pictures is truly spectacular. There is an option of white water rafting on the other side of the lake which I didn't try.
The cave was the biggest highlight for me, it was cool and damp and the paths lead you up and down and around the maze like cave for about a 20-30 minute walk. There are bats on the ceiling and huge limestone features everywhere lit up by multicoloured lights. It's like an alien world and something that no pictures do justice. The cave is very large and at the end of the path you can buy souvenirs.
In dongjiang lake I would recommend trying some local small spicy fish snacks.
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Domeld
You're not promoting Dongjiang Lake Scenic Area? You're really confused!
Get up at 6:30 am, and it's a 7-minute walk to the entrance of the scenic area. The ticket is 80r, which can be purchased online or offline
ole, and you can enter by swiping your ID card. Take the free sightseeing bus and arrive at platform 2 in 5 minutes.
There are five stops in total: platforms 1, 2, 3, 4, and the Dongjiang Dam Pier. It is especially recommended to get off at platform 2, walk along the riverside plank road to platform 3 to get on. The mist along the way is like a fairyland. Between platforms 1 to 4, you can watch the fisherman's net casting performance every 15 minutes, a great photo opportunity!
At platform 2, you can take a boat for 100r to watch the net casting. Platform 3 is the best shooting spot, with Hanfu ladies available for photography. Continue to take the bus to enjoy the Dongjiang Dam, and after getting off, walk for 10 minutes to Longjing Canyon. The tourist rest area has fried fish for 5-35r, and Dongjiang Lake salmon is worth a try!
Tips:
If you want to see the mist, you must get up early!
Be sure to protect yourself from the sun and wear comfortable hiking shoes.
For photography, it is recommended to wear Hanfu, cheongsam, or Chinese-style ink and wash skirts.
ETTA MYERS
Dongjiang Lake and Gaoyiling are great natural landscapes
National Day niche travel destination|☁️ Wandering in the misty Xiaodongjiang, like being in a painting ☁️
☀️ Niche travel destination Labor Day travel Where to go for May Day Domestic travel Great spot for couples
I once saw a set of photographs of the misty Xiaodongjiang, and there has always been a small wish in my heart. Such a poetic place, I must visit once! A niche domestic travel destination—Chenzhou Dongjiang Lake trip.
The most famous feature of Dongjiang Lake is the mist-watching ☁️ The water temperature is maintained at 8~10℃ throughout the year, while the surface temperature is around 20℃. It is the temperature difference that creates the mist.
The best time to view each year: April to October. Every morning, there are fishermen performing net casting on the mist-watching plank road.
The main attractions include: Misty Xiaodongjiang, Dongjiang Dam, Longjing Canyon, Doushuai Lingyan, Dongjiang Rafting
Antique painting boats, yacht lake tours, water parachuting, jet skiing
Chenzhou Dongjiang Lake Travel Guide
——Internet-famous spot guide
Misty Xiaodongjiang: Every year from April to October, when the sun rises and sets, the hazy mist creates a fairyland-like scene, acclaimed as a 'Chinese wonder, a cosmic spectacle'.
Gaoyiling: The most distinctive feature of Gaoyiling is its Danxia landform. There are beautiful puddles around, and it is recommended to rent a car or drive yourself!
Dongjiang Dam: 'One dam locks the Dongjiang, creating a lake from the high gorge'. The dam, like an arched screen, is surrounded by mist, and when the floodgates open, there is a poetic scene reminiscent of 'dancing snow and flying springs'.
Longjing Canyon: The Longjing Canyon is 2.5 kilometers long, with clear pools and waterfalls in groups, a negative ion canyon, known as a natural oxygen bar!
Dongjiang Lake Rafting: The longest rapid is over a hundred meters, a unique man-made rafting slide in the world.
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Xiaodong River Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
XiaoDongJiang|The Charm of Mist
XiaoDongJiang(小东江）, located Dongjiang Town, Zixing City in Chenzhou, Hunan Provine, is renounced for its 12 km geographic beauty amidst the mist because of the temperature differences.
🗓Best months for visit: April - November
⏰Time: 5:30-9:00 AM
🎫Fee: 80 RMB- Ticket + round trip of tour bus
🙆What to enjoy:
* the mystery landscape in the mist
* Fishman casting a net
* Lights flashing on the river
* Open view of DongJiang
* Waterfall while hiking
* Cycling along the river
* Some DongJiang fish
#waterfall#naturalwonders#summervacation#hikingtrails#urbanexplorer
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Ketty Zhong
Beware! Traveling to Chenzhou might make you lose track of time!
It's so comfortable! Chenzhou truly deserves to be called the backyard garden of Guangdong, with its pleasant and comfortable scenery.
The food also suits my taste perfectly!
📍Dongjiang Lake
The misty Xiaodongjiang is breathtakingly beautiful.
A casual snapshot is like a landscape painting.
Fishermen casting nets in the mist create a poetic scene.
📍Bailang 🆓
Chenzhou's 'Little Erhai', a place that offers a more direct and close view of the entirety of Dongjiang Lake.
Enjoying the lake view is very pleasant 😌 On a good day, you can see the gradient colors of the lake water.
📍Gaoyiling
Remember to apply sunscreen, choose a good weather day to go, and take great photos.
The Danxia landform is visibly stunning.
Remember to go early, as the park stops admitting visitors at 4:30 pm.
🥣Gourmet
✔️ Hualan Family Charcoal Fire Fish: You must try the Dongjiang Lake fish and salmon.
✔️ Old Zixing Traditional Handmade Noodles: Delicious!
✔️ Giant Prawn Skewer Hot Pot: The prawns are large and fresh.
✔️ Lanjie Grilled Fish Barbecue: The barbecue is tasty! The grilled fish is tender.
✔️ Dongjiang Community Market (Vegetable Market): Lots of local snacks.
✔️Tea Yanyuese: Quiet Orchid Latte! Sound of Oolong!
jasper_5061
May Day Dongjiang Lake, Gaoyiling, and Bailang Xiaoe Sea 3-day 2-night boutique tour
May Day Dongjiang Lake, Gaoyiling, Bailang Xiaoe Sea 3-day 2-night tour boutique guide
Day 1: Visit Gaoyiling and stay in a homestay within the Xiaodongjiang scenic area (convenient for watching the mist, close to nature, good air, you can choose Dongjiang Lake Shanshui Sixiu Farmhouse, the owner is enthusiastic, free shuttle for vehicles within the scenic area, clean rooms)
Day 2: (Dongjiang Lake boutique route two)
Morning: Take a boat to tour Dongjiang Lake, Doushui Cave (During the May Day period, there are many people, everyone is crowded to see the morning mist, we avoid the peak, the late mist is less, the early mist disappears with the wind)
Noon: Rest and sleep for 1 hour, lunch
Afternoon: Longjing Grand Canyon, mist over Xiaodongjiang and performance (Longjing Grand Canyon takes you to the highest point, follow the most beautiful plank road to see waterfalls, after reaching the pier, take the scenic area's shuttle bus to Xiaodongjiang's 4th station to watch the mist and the fisherman's net casting performance. Stations 4-1 are all accessible, you can walk, the whole journey is planned for 2 hours, it is personally recommended to walk to the 3rd station)
Evening: Continue to stay in a homestay within the Xiaodongjiang scenic area (If there is no late mist in the afternoon, you can watch the mist the next morning, it's rare to come once, so take the chance to see the mist one more time)
Day 3: Xiaoe Sea in Bailang Town
Wishing everyone a happy and assured trip. During the May Day period, it is not recommended to visit the Yangtian Lake Prairie, the weather is not good and the fog is too thick Recommendation Officer Xiaodongjiang Scenic Area Homestay Xiaodongjiang Travel Guide
Mr. Braeden Huel V
Mist envelops the Xiao Dongjiang River
Mist envelops the Xiao Dongjiang River, and here is the most comprehensive guide to the Dongjiang Lake Scenic Area in Chenzhou online|||The distant mountains, river fog, and small fishing boats of Xiao Dongjiang compose a traditional Chinese landscape painting, making it a paradise for photographers and one of the top 10 photography bases in China.
Visiting Xiao Dongjiang can be roughly divided into several parts: morning mist, casting nets, Dongjiang Dam, Hugu Mountain Waterfall, boat trips to Du Shuai Island, and Longjing Canyon.
About the morning mist: The season for viewing the morning mist is from April to October every year, with the best time being from 6 am to 8 am.
The scenic area's four viewing platforms are all stops for the eco-friendly vehicles, and it is recommended to take photos at the second viewing platform.
Then you can walk from the second viewing platform along the wooden plank road to the third or fourth viewing platform and then take a vehicle to the pier.
About casting nets: Casting nets is a fixed activity, and fishermen will be in the lake below the second and third viewing platforms. Wait a bit when you see the fishing boat, and you'll be able to take photos.
About Du Shuai Island: The largest inland island in Hunan Province, there is a large karst cave on the island, and if you haven't seen a karst cave, you can visit the island.
About the routes: There are many types of tickets for the Dongjiang Lake Scenic Area
🏳🌈Four Boutique Routes 1: Peak season 85/person, off-season 80/person
Xiao Dongjiang - Car view of Hugu Mountain Waterfall - External view of Dongjiang Dam - Longjing Canyon.
🏳🌈Regular Island Tour: Peak season 178/person, off-season 170/person,
Mist over Xiao Dongjiang - Car view of Hugu Mountain Waterfall - External view of Dongjiang Dam - Longjing Canyon - Dongjiang Lake - Du Shuai Karst Cave - Yacht tour around Du Shuai Island.
🏳🌈Luxury Island Tour: Peak season 220/person, off-season 200/person, Mist over Xiao Dongjiang - Car view of Hugu Mountain Waterfall - External view of Dongjiang Dam - Longjing Canyon - Dongjiang Lake - Du Shuai Karst Cave - Luxury yacht tour around Du Shuai Island.
🌴+！Tips: You can decide based on your level of interest, or you can buy the Boutique Route 1 ticket first and then upgrade if you feel like it.
About dining: There are many restaurants in the pier area of the scenic spot, all offering local flavors. Dongjiang Lake fish is famous, and the 'one fish, four ways' (cold mixed fish skin, salt and pepper fish meat, steamed fish meat, fish head and tail soup) and salmon sashimi are local specialties, which are recommended to try.
About the scenic area's eco-friendly vehicles: They operate on a loop, and you just need to wait at the station, so there's no need to worry about missing one.
🚌Address: No. 88, Wangjiazhuang, Zixing City, Chenzhou, Hunan Province
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Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
Here's a 2-day, 1-night travel guide for a trip around Guangzhou to Chenzhou, keep it well!
For the May Day holiday, Chenzhou is definitely an underrated city🌆
You must save this 2-day, 1-night Chenzhou travel guide🥰
🏔Attractions
📍Dongjiang Lake: Experience the misty ambience of Xiaodongjiang with its swirling mists, as well as Dongjiang Dam, Longjing Canyon, Dongjiang Rafting...
📍Gaoyiling: The uniquely shaped mountain gullies⛰️ are super thrilling and dangerous to walk on
📍Longweiping Bamboo Raft: A real-life version of the green wonderland, being on the bamboo raft amidst the clear waters and enjoying the beautiful scenery is really comfortable
📍Mahuangqiu Grand Canyon: Chenzhou's most beautiful Danxia landform, free to visit, where you can deeply appreciate what is called the natural craftsmanship of nature
📍Yangtian Lake Prairie: Here you have Mongolian yurts, large windmills, cute pets🐑 with a very open view, as if you are on the prairies of Xinjiang
🥢Cuisine: Petite Bourgeois Taste
🌟The decoration style is full of ancient charm, and the environment is comfortable and relaxing🥰The local Hunan cuisine here tastes very good, affordable and no tourist traps👌
🌟Dish recommendations: Lucky Hand, Stir-fried Beef, Luffa Stuffed with Eggs🍳Steamed Silver Snow Fish🐟Old Dough Cake, Dutch Beans with Chinese Yam🫛Stir-fried Dried Tofu, Homemade Cured Meat, New Style Stir-fried Pork, Handmade Dumplings🥟...
🏠Accommodation: Ergeng Stay B&B
Stay in a river view room🈶with a small balcony where you can enjoy the breeze and an arch pool🛁Wake up in the morning to see the misty Xiaodongjiang and the boats on the lake, it's too comfortable🖼️
Lucy.Moore^47
High-speed rail can get you there in just 1 hour, this hidden gem of a small city in Hunan is just as good as Changsha!
Guangdong's surrounding area is perfect for a weekend getaway.
Chenzhou is the place to be, with fun attractions
No need to squeeze through crowds, and delicious Hunan cuisine
The cost-performance ratio is extremely high, rivaling that of Changsha.
As a local from Chenzhou, I've already put together a travel guide.
You can make it in just two days from Guangdong on the weekend, hurry up and book your trip 🐴
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‼️ Itinerary
Day1: High-speed rail station - Bailang - Ergeng Homestay - Dinner with a touch of class
Day2: Ergeng Homestay - Xiaodong River - Longweiping - Mahuangqiu, Wayaoping - High-speed rail station
✔️ We chose to rent a car for the trip, with a driver to take us everywhere. It's so, so, so comfortable, it's great not having to think when you go out. I highly recommend Xiaobao from the Anxin Fleet; he even knows the best poses for photos at these spots, and the trip was super fun with lots of laughs along the way.
📷 Photo Spots
✔️ Bailang: You'll pass by on the way to the homestay, Chenzhou's Little Erhai Lake, with about 5 kilometers of lakeside road, and s-shaped bends just like those in Dali, great for taking photos;
✔️ Xiaodong River: You have to get up early to see the misty Xiaodong River, with fog winding through layers of mountains and forests, ripples on the lake, how can it be so effortlessly beautiful; it's a 3-5 minute drive from the homestay, and the advantage of staying nearby is you can get up later;
✔️ Mahuangqiu: Unique Danxia landform, same as Gaoyiling but free, the highway canyon is great for photos 📷; not far away is Wayaoping, a characteristic small ancient town good for taking photos; about a 20-minute drive from the homestay;
✔️ Longweiping: Chenzhou's Little Li River, with lush trees on both sides of the river reflecting on the water like a landscape painting, spend 20r to experience bamboo rafting; about a 20-minute drive from Mahuangqiu;
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🏨 About Accommodation
📌 Ergeng Homestay at Dongjiang Lake
Located by Xiaodong River, the overall design is full of style, rooms are spacious with private hot spring pools, equipped with refrigerators and projectors, and the super large floor-to-ceiling windows face Dongjiang Lake. Not only is it close to various attractions, but you can also get up an hour later in the morning to watch the morning mist and fishing nets, leading the way into the park;
‼️ Since the attractions in Chenzhou are quite scattered, if it's your first time visiting, it's recommended to start with Xiaodong River, as most attractions are concentrated in this area. Since they are a certain distance from the city center and you need to get up early to see the morning mist, we decided to stay near Dongjiang Lake;
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🥘 Chenzhou Cuisine
Hunan cuisine is such that wherever you go, you end up eating 2 bowls of rice, gaining 5 pounds in 2 days is no joke. For dinner that day, we ate at the nearby Xiaozhiwei restaurant 🍲, which has a great overall environment, and the taste and presentation are on point. If you're staying nearby, you can give it a try; other local specialties include pig-slaughtering rice noodles, Qifengdu fish noodles, rice dumplings, fern root starch cakes on the tip of the tongue, and roasted chicken, worth a try. PS: Recently, the Chenzhou Tea Yan Yue Se 🧋 opened, there are too many delicious options, I just can't stop;
GISELLE HUDSON
Chenzhou!! Dongjiang Lake!! I won't allow you to be unaware of this homestay
Strolling by Dongjiang Lake, you can enjoy the endless scenery🗾, as if walking in a landscape painting, relaxing your mood💢, and experiencing a sense of satisfaction💯!
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If you don't want to travel far during the National Day holiday❌, and don't want to be in crowded places❌, why not come to Dongjiang Lake! Get the detailed guide and start copying your homework📝
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🚗Traffic Guide:
Chenzhou Zixing Dongjiang Lake Scenic Area
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🛣Route Reference:
Xiaodongjiang Fog Viewing + Longjing Canyon + Car Viewing Hugu Mountain Waterfall + Car Viewing Dongjiang Dam Exterior + Doushuai Lingyan Karst Cave + Yacht Tour around Doushuai Island.
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🏕Essential Attractions:
✅Misty Xiaodongjiang: You can see the magical fog of Xiaodongjiang at sunrise and sunset🌫
✅Longjing Canyon: The scenic area's landscape is reflected in the water, each with its own characteristics. Green mountains dripping with emerald⛰, ancient trees reaching the sky🌲, and groups of waterfalls💦
✅Dongjiang Dam: The misty wonder of Xiaodongjiang☁
✅Doushuai Island: The stalactites in the cave are bizarrely shaped, and they shine under the light🌈
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🏨Accommodation Recommendation: Dongjiang Lake Ergeng Stay Homestay
🚘Detailed Address: Building 23, Unit 101, South Court of Huxiang Dongjiang Bay, Dongjiang Street, Zixing, Dongjiang
When you wake up in the morning, 🏞 a breeze caresses your face, and the view outside the floor-to-ceiling window is beautiful, with excellent visibility☀; in the afternoon, enjoy a rich and exquisite farmhouse meal under the sun🍱; in the evening, it's the perfect time to admire the sunset glow bathing the entire landscape🌄~
Let travel become a way to reacquaint yourself and blend into the surrounding environment, achieving an immersive vacation experience☑.
✔A river-view room with large floor-to-ceiling windows🪟, photogenic from any angle📸!
✔The room is spacious and bright, with a unique design style🎉 and a warm layout! Soft lighting, comfortable bedding🛏!
✔Conveniently located! Close to the scenic area🌲, with charging stations nearby🈶!
✔Full of local atmosphere🔥, there is a snack street nearby🌮, and the taste is great!
✔The landlady provides thoughtful service, and also offers fruits🍉, snacks🧇, love it😍
Let us create a unique and unforgettable travel experience, and find a moment of inner peace and relaxation in this noisy and busy urban life🏙😌.
XZAVIER TAYLOR
Chenzhou!! Dongjiang Lake B&B!! Moved into the dream love inn
Chenzhou!! Dongjiang Lake B&B!! Moved into the dream love inn😍😍
On the picturesque Dongjiang Lake side, there is a secluded holiday B&B
The autumn wind blows over the lake to ripple, the lake light mountain color is a fairyland.
Accidentally walked into this B&B that perfectly combines nature and culture, I love it too much! Stepping into this area surrounded by mountains and rivers, with the magnificent scenery of the four seasons of flowers, it seems to have entered a dream that intoxicates people. The room is based on artistic elements, creating a unique spatial experience. Each window is a landscape painting, offering you a visual feast.
The B&B has a total of 15 rooms, and the guest rooms face Dongjiang Lake and incorporate the lake view into the room!
Soft bedding, rustic furniture, comfortable space, high-quality service and ultimate enjoyment, enjoy the perfect check-in experience
No need to get up early to go to the scenic area, you can see the misty Little Dongjiang on the balcony! The eyes are full of greenery, blowing the lake breeze, a very chill vacation feeling~
In addition to endless surprises brought by the environment, the B&B actively pursues the attitude towards each guest. There is a professional team here to provide quality services, customize travel plans, and ensure that you can fully immerse yourself in the surrounding tranquil nature~
The public area also has a garden, lobby bar, children's club, barbecue and other areas, which is a good choice for family travel, friends gathering, and company team building!
Life here is very comfortable, there is a food street, supermarket, restaurant next to the B&B~ Very convenient! Walk a few minutes to the Little Dongjiang River, you can take a walk by the river and enjoy the scenery!
There are also nearby tourist attractions such as Gao Yiling, Little Dongjiang Lake Scenic Area, Longjing Canyon, etc., which are very convenient!
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MUNI MUNI Dongjianghu Resort Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
The most satisfying place to stay in three days of travel! It's really good to live, highly recommended!!
Must go to Dongjiang Lake in Chenzhou 📸 Whether it's eating, drinking, playing, or enjoying the scenery, it's worth a visit. MUNI Muney Resort Hotel, a treasure hotel in the scenic area 🏨 - The hotel has exquisite afternoon tea for two 🍵 welcome fruit 🍐🍊🍈 and custom bonfire party~ It's really suitable for travel or business trips. Mahjong room conference room 🕹️🖱️ Chinese and Western dinner, tea room 🍵 The environment is very nice! It makes people feel very relaxed 😌😌 There are also Phoenix Island, Hui Long Mountain, the most beautiful lake road, Little Dongjiang, Gao Yi Ling... After a trip, I played all over and made people linger 🥰🥰 It's convenient and comfortable to live here!! Simply love it too much~
🆕The hotel design is really good, the style is simple but not lost the sense of high-level, the service is super good, just by the lake road, a line of river view. The hotel has a super large terrace ⛱, very suitable for blowing and dazing, as well as exquisite afternoon tea for two, fresh fruit, Chinese and Western dinner can also be enjoyed in the hotel, very convenient. The room is very large, with a large balcony facing the lake, the balcony has a sofa, the overall is very comfortable and clean, high-level sense 💯
🔍Surrounding Phoenix Island
➡️2.3km Hui Long Mountain
➡️37km Little Dongjiang
➡️24km Gao Yi Ling
➡️36km Sleep until natural wake up every day and then go to the hotel lake, watch a sunset, escape from the busy work to recharge for yourself, really too healing
🏖Address: 60 meters east of the second village group of Shan Nei Tou in Tai Qian Village, Bai Lang Town, Zi Xing City, Chenzhou City, Hunan Province. You can enjoy the leisure and scenery of the holiday in the hotel, there is a terrace on the roof, and there is a very charming tea room, the decoration of the whole hotel is very exquisite, very high-level 🏡 💫There is also exquisite afternoon tea for two, conference room, mahjong room, can customize bonfire party, team building is also a very good choice 💫
🖼 The hotel decoration has a sense of design, can feel a lot of careful small design, the service of the staff is super good, there is a feeling of guests feel at home 💕 The hotel has a restaurant, can eat lunch, the dishes are not bad, after eating, go to the lake for a walk, full of holiday feeling 🪅 There are also Phoenix Island, Hui Long Mountain, the most beautiful lake road, Little Dongjiang, Gao Yi Ling and other attractions around, the driving distance is very close, very convenient to travel 🚗
VoyagerVisions23
MUNI Muni East Lake Resort Hotel is truly a great choice for both travel and accommodation
May Day Travel | Chenzhou Hotel Recommendation | Chenzhou Homestay | East Lake||I decided to visit Chenzhou for the May Day holiday, knowing it might be crowded, but I still wanted to see the beauty of East Lake. I didn't expect that a hotel I stumbled upon online would become the most delightful surprise of my trip to Chenzhou~
The hotel is a boutique homestay hotel located near East Lake, named Muni Resort Hotel, and can be found on various booking apps.
Before check-in, the hotel had kindly upgraded our room to a larger one and sent an overview of the surrounding scenic areas to help us plan our trip. They also arranged for a butler to provide full service during our stay, asking about our arrival time, which was very considerate!
The overall decor and facilities are really comfortable. The decoration is refreshing and cozy, the room is bigger and prettier than expected, and the bedding is also very comfortable and clean. The room is equipped with a projector, and the quality of the disposable items is very good. The complimentary drinking water and coffee and tea bags are also from good brands.
Our room included breakfast, and since we knew the scenic spots were far apart, we definitely planned to eat breakfast at the hotel. We were expecting a standard buffet breakfast, so we didn't have high hopes, but to our surprise, breakfast was freshly made Hunan noodles! The sour long beans with lean meat noodles were delicious, and the watermelon provided every day was very sweet. There was also tea available in the adjacent tea room. After looking at the regular meal menu, it seemed reasonably priced and delicately prepared, but we didn't get a chance to try it this time.
Lastly, I really want to praise the hotel's service attitude. Not to mention that every staff member was super enthusiastic in greeting us, but the evening ritual was also a pleasant surprise. Sitting by the bonfire, listening to the guy play guitar and sing, and having a drink really felt like a holiday. One evening, we wanted to visit the night market at Bailang, and we just asked the staff how to get there. Unexpectedly, they arranged a car to take us, and we were truly touched by the hotel's thorough and warm service. When checking out, the lady even gave us a small gift. I would definitely consider staying here again and recommend it to friends who want to visit Chenzhou.
RODNEY HUGHES
Go to this resort for the winter vacation
MUNI Resort Hotel🥘
I really like this hotel, it's located in
Zixing City, Chenzhou City, Dongjiang Lake Scenic Area
Here you can eat, drink, play and enjoy the gifts of nature. There are Phoenix Island, Hui Long Mountain, the most beautiful lake road, Xiao Dongjiang, Gao Yi Ling around.
♥The hotel vacation is really YYDS, exquisite afternoon tea for two, welcome fruit, meeting room, mahjong room, bonfire party customization, lunch and dinner, tea room, everything you need, really ❤️ love it
🍙It's really comfortable to stay here during the winter vacation, it can make people forget all the troubles, it's really too comfortable.
ANNIE LAWRENCE
MUNI East River Lake Resort is so worth it
On the bank of the East River Lake, there are many popular hotels along the way. I chose this one after doing a lot of homework because its style is completely in line with my aesthetics🖼
The hotel is very well designed, you can feel a lot of thoughtful little designs, the staff service is super great, it feels like home💕
The hotel has a restaurant where you can have lunch, the dishes are all pretty good, after eating, you can take a walk by the lake, the holiday feeling is full🪅
There are also attractions such as Phoenix Island, Hui Long Mountain, the most beautiful lake road, Little East River, Gao Yi Ridge, etc. nearby, all very close by car, very convenient for travel🚗
TIFFANY MYERS
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Gaoyiling Scenic Area Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
Hunan Binzhou｜A place where you can see snow scenes 2h from Guangzhou
In Hunan Chenzhou, trekking through mountains and rivers, climbing up to the Five Finger Peak, the temperature is below zero, looking for icicles🧊 snowflakes❄️ on the plank road hanging hundreds of meters high on the mountain side.
Where is it? Yes, it's Hunan Chenzhou! A meaningful world😌
Reach out and you can touch the sunshine☀ gently break the tenderness of the snowflakes⛄️
Where is it? Yes, it's Hunan Chenzhou! A world where people can indulge in life😌
Chenzhou mountain top, a fairyland on earth🌈
Cold wind piercing, snowflakes falling❄️
Foggy, ice and snow hanging🧊
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🚩 Location: Chenzhou Mangshan Five Finger Peak
👣 Scenic Area Evaluation: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
💁♀️ Editor's suggestion: Wear good cold protection equipment, prepare enthusiasm and curiosity, and start an unparalleled adventure!
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📝Preparation:
1️⃣Transportation: High-speed rail arrives at Chenzhou West Station, 2 hours drive to the scenic area! Here is a suggestion, Chenzhou attractions are relatively scattered, it is not convenient to take a taxi. It is more reasonable to book a regular custom tour independent group in advance, without worrying about the constraints of group tours, black car carpooling tours, gathering time, play time, and being controlled by poor hotels!
2️⃣Equipment: Remember to bring warm clothes and non-slip shoes, because the snow on the mountain will be slippery!
3️⃣Time: The viewing time is every winter, especially in January and February, the fog and snow scenery at this time is spectacular!
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🔆3 days and 2 nights essence itinerary:
❣️Day1: Arrive in Chenzhou-Check in Mangshan 5-star hot spring hotel-Soak in the net red infinity hot spring in the afternoon
❣️Day2: Mangshan Five Finger Peak East Gate-Cable Car-Flat Road Plank Road-Motianling Elevator-Stay near Dongjiang Lake
❣️Day3: Chenzhou Gao Yiling-Wa Yao Ping Ancient Town-Return home
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🌄Five Finger Peak Strategy:
1️⃣Mountain climbing: After arriving at Mangshan Five Finger Peak, we need to take a cable car for 25 minutes. The mountain scenery along the way is very beautiful, especially the forest covered with fog, which makes people feel like they are in a fairy tale world!
2️⃣Fog viewing: Fog is formed when cold air meets clouds, they condense on tree branches, forming beautiful ice crystals, as if nature is wearing a gorgeous white dress!
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🌬️ The magical beauty of the fog and snow scenery:
Imagine that the entire mountain peak is surrounded by frozen fog, as if in a fairy tale world. The branches and leaves of the trees are all covered with crystal clear ice crystals, like a fairyland in silver.
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❣️Other beautiful scenery in Chenzhou
1️⃣Gao Yiling Scenic Area: The Danxia landform here is a business card of Chenzhou! The towering red mountains and unique landform landscapes all show the craftsmanship of nature.
2️⃣Dongjiang Lake Scenic Area: The clear river water shines with gem-like light under the sun, surrounded by mountains, as if it is a landscape line between heaven and earth.
3️⃣Yangtian Lake Prairie: When you set foot on this vast prairie, you will be shocked by the beauty of the green grass and lake water.
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📝 Travel strategy tips:
1️⃣ Time selection: The fog and snow scenery period is in winter every year, generally from November to February of the following year.
2️⃣ Dressing suggestions: Because the altitude is high and the temperature on the mountain top is low, be sure to keep warm. It is recommended to wear a thick down jacket, a windproof jacket, a warm hat and gloves, and also prepare non-slip shoes.
3️⃣ Chenzhou Gao Yiling: Mainly outdoor activities, it is recommended not to be too heavy, wear flat sports shoes to play.
NADIA WILSON
Danxia Platform@Gaoyiling, Hunan
Location - Right at the junction of Qiaokou Town, Suxian District, Chenzhou City, Hunan Province.
Getting There - It is about 30km away from Xiaodong Hu, getting a Didi to destination is available.
Attractions - Composed of unique natural wonders and the Danxia landforms creates an extraordinary sights that leave the visitors amazed(I was at least😂).
*Notes: Always be careful on the steps during the visit by any mean necessary and do not attempt to climb the high canyon abyss during wet days. Safety matters😊
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Gaoyiling scenic area, Chenzhou, Hunan
Getting There - Taxi or car from Chenzhou takes about 30 minutes. Close to Fetian mountain.
Attractions - Scenic views, hiking trails, small rural village with a chicken farm, glass bridge
Hotels - none close by, closest in Chenzhou
Food & Restaurants - small stands selling water and snacks but no restaurants.
Gaoyiling scenic area is an amazing place for walking and hiking and seeing awesome views. The landscape is interbedded red sandstone hills with steep drops into rivers and small lakes surrounding. The views are simply awe inspiring. When walking around here I would recommend a sun umbrella, sun screen and lots of water. You can buy water and other drinks here from the locals. There is a 20RMB charge to enter the hiking trails. When high on some hills take extreme caution near edges as the drop offs are steep and lethal, some are not fenced off. The only downside is the hills have quite a lot of trash so make sure to take yours home with you and be a good tourist. It's also extremely hot here in peak summer so maybe avoid that time of year.
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GaoYi Ridge|Stunning Danxia Landform
GaoYi Ridge(高椅岭), located in GaoYi Village, Chenzhou, Hunan Province, China, is famous for its stunning red cliffs and brooks with greenery. If lucky enough, you can see some wild goats. There are some steep stairs, but you won't feel tired at all with such amazing views.
Visit hours: 2-3 hours
Best time: 4- 7 PM, when it's not too hot but also can enjoy nice sunset.
Tips:
* You may be surprised by it's beauty when first arrive, but the most beautiful part is on the peak.
* If you have a drone, highly suggested to bring it so that you can take a whole and fantastic view of GaoYi Ridge, but do watch out and step out the ridge.
* If taking pics, watch out of the steep cliffs.
* Pls bring your own trash to the dustbin.
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