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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do near Anren [2025]
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Hunan Provincial Museum
4.8
/5
14519 reviews
8.7
Based on 137 reviews
Hunan Museum/Beichen Delta | >100 km from downtown
Phone +86073184415833
Address: No. 50, Dongfeng Road, Kaifu District, Changsha City
Recommended sightseeing time: 3–6 hours
Highlights:
Ancient life virtual reality experience
VR experience: ancient life scenes
Saved by 558 users13383 positive reviews
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A guided tour is definitely worthwhile at museums. The Hunan Provincial Museum is currently under renovation, and it's crowded and small. Without a guided tour, I probably would have been out in 20 minutes. Our guide, Xiao Zhou, gave a lively and engaging explanation. Very good.
I must commend Xiao Xiao, the museum guide! Her explanations were professional and engaging throughout, clearly and thoroughly explaining the historical origins and cultural details behind the exhibits. She also incorporated fun anecdotes to keep things interesting, and her pacing was excellent, captivating both adults and children. She was enthusiastic and patient, answering all our questions meticulously and even sharing photos, making the visit both educational and incredibly pleasant. With Xiao Xiao as our guide, the museum experience was doubled! Highly recommended!
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Orange Island
4.6
/5
12845 reviews
8.7
Based on 435 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +86073188882152
Address: Orange Island Beach Park, Yuelu District, Changsha City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–4 hours
Highlights:
One of the first national red tourism classic attractions
Xiangjiang fireworks & music show
Saved by 1028 users6171 positive reviews
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A large park around the river. In addition to enjoying the breeze by the river, you can also see the large statue of Mao Zedong! It's a long way to get in from the subway, and the round trip bus cost 40 yuan, which is not cost-effective! I can only say that if you have nothing to do and have time, it's okay to take a walk if you like to exercise.
The night view is stunning. The light show makes it look bustling and prosperous.
We took the train. It wasn't crowded. Most people went to see the giant statue of Chairman Mao.
We enjoyed the breeze from the Xiang River. The view was also expansive.
It's a shame our stay was short. We didn't get to see every scene in detail.
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Du Fu Pavilion
4.6
/5
8638 reviews
8.4
From IDR 42858
Wu Yi Square/IFS | >100 km from downtown
Phone +86073182298545
Address: No.108, Xiangjiang Middle Road, Tianxin District, Changsha
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 hours
Highlights:
Watch the Orange Isle Light Show Across the River
360° view of Xiangjiang city
Saved by 609 users7632 positive reviews
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There was practically no service to speak of. The two uncles checking tickets and guarding the gate knew everyone was a tourist, yet they insisted on serving in their local dialect (I needed assistance with my ID card error at the entrance). The night view was more beautiful than the daytime view, and the entrance was full of young women taking photos. This building was a later construction, not a reconstruction on the original site, but the animation and story film designs were quite good; I bought some fridge magnets.
Upstairs, there's a video of Du Fu's poem "Meeting Li Guinian Again in Jiangnan," which brought me to tears. "Often seen at Prince Qi's residence, heard many times before Cui Jiu's hall. It is indeed a beautiful scene in Jiangnan, meeting you again in the season of falling flowers." Ultimately, he died far from home, never returning to his native soil. Du Fu, a poet saint for all time, dedicated his life to his country and its people!
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Yue Yang Tower
4.6
/5
9554 reviews
8.1
From IDR 166667
Based on 169 reviews
Yueyang Tower | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8607308830338
Address: Dongting North Road, Yueyanglou District, Yueyang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–3 hours
Highlights:
View Dongting Lake & Junshan
View Dongting Lake's vastness
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Yueyang Tower, one of the three famous towers south of the Yangtze River, stands on the shore of Dongting Lake. Leaning on its railing, one can see the vast expanse of Dongting Lake stretching for miles, its waters and sky blending seamlessly into the autumn sky. The tower's upturned eaves reflect the flowing clouds and soaring birds, seemingly still echoing Fan Zhongyan's timeless words, "Be the first to worry about the world's troubles, and the last to enjoy its pleasures."
Renowned as one of the three famous towers in Jiangnan, this tower boasts a long history and profound cultural heritage. Its inspiring philosophy and famous saying, "Be the first to worry about the world's troubles and the last to enjoy its pleasures," remain deeply ingrained in our minds today. A truly remarkable tourist attraction.
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Pingxiang Wugong Mountain Scenic Area
4.5
/5
10099 reviews
8.1
From IDR 166667
Based on 63 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8607992106666
Address: Luxi, Pingxiang, Jiangxi, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 days
Highlights:
Tens of thousands of acres of meadows
Skywalk & rhododendrons & orchids
Saved by 174 users7432 positive reviews
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The hotel has complete facilities, a great environment, and parking available. There are many restaurants nearby, and it's very close to the scenic area. The room is a mountain view room, clean and tidy, with a separate shower and toilet, smart home technology, and a very quiet environment. The bedding is clean. There's a laundry room and gym on the second floor, and free luggage storage is also available. I'd definitely stay here again.
Wugong Mountain has two main characteristics. First, its summit is a grassland! The professional term is "alpine meadow," located at an altitude of nearly 2000 meters, creating this stunning scenery. Climbing up and seeing it is a truly delightful surprise; this unique feature is indeed rare. Second, it appeals to a youthful audience. Every mountain needs to highlight its unique characteristics, and Wugong Mountain's focus on young people is truly impressive! "Special Forces Tourism," "Tent Army," "Electronic Music Festival"—these are all clever tactics!
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Gaoyi Mountain Tourism Resort
4.5
/5
3924 reviews
8.0
From IDR 220931
84.2 km from downtown
Phone +8607352672866
Address: Gaoyiling Village, Qiaokou Town, Suxian District, Quzhou City
Recommended sightseeing time: 3–4 hours
Highlights:
Danxia: landscapes, springs & caves
Via Ferrata & cliff swing thrills
Saved by 208 users3462 positive reviews
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I recommend going in the morning, because if you go in the afternoon, you'll only get a portion of the hike before it gets dark. There's not even enough time to see the glass walkway. If you're bringing kids, it's basically just a quick visit. But if you enjoy hiking, you absolutely must go! It's even better if it's sunny. Otherwise, it's not worth the price.
Gaoyiling Scenic Area is not far from the city center, boasts beautiful scenery, and has complete supporting tourist facilities, making it a great place for taking photos. A certain level of physical fitness is required to visit, but it's not too difficult. It's important to note that when it's crowded, try not to park near the South Gate, as there's only one road in and out, and traffic congestion is severe.
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Mount Hengshan
4.4
/5
5415 reviews
8.0
From IDR 255814
Mount Heng Scenic Commercial Area | 82.9 km from downtown
Phone +8607345673377
Address: Zhurong Feng, Nanyue, Hengyang, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 days
Highlights:
Ancient palace & wartime sanctuary
Clouds & sunrise viewing platform
Saved by 111 users3068 positive reviews
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The hiking trails are closed, and hikers can only take the Bailongtan road, which is a poor experience. The buses down the mountain only run until 5:30 PM. After that, you can only take private cars that are soliciting passengers on the roadside to get down the mountain.
The shuttle bus going up the mountain was going way too fast. The mountain road was winding and twisting, and very few people made it to the last stop to get off, so there wasn't even time to properly appreciate the scenery.
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Mount Yuelu
4.6
/5
5210 reviews
7.9
Based on 505 reviews
Yuelu Mountain/Meixi Lake Park | >100 km from downtown
Phone +86073188825011
Address: Changsha Yuelu Mountain Scenic Area
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–4 hours
Highlights:
Golden ginkgo & fiery maple leaves
Ancient trees (Jin to Qing dynasties)
Saved by 614 users1756 positive reviews
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Yuelu Mountain feels like a must-see attraction in Changsha, and Aiwan Pavilion is a must-see view. Take a taxi to the South Gate of Yuelu Mountain, where you can see the statue of Chairman Mao; taking photos with the statue is a common activity in Changsha. This area is the campus of Hunan University, Hunan Normal University, and Central South University. You can take photos of Hunan University's Red Building. Climbing the steps leads to University Road, lined with many Hunan specialty foods.
Currently, it's early November, the chrysanthemum season, and there's a small chrysanthemum exhibition inside. Further along, towards Aiwan Pavilion, you'll see many people taking photos; it's a popular spot for Instagrammers. Aiwan Pavilion is one of China's four famous pavilions, beautiful both from afar and up close. However, the maple leaves probably won't turn red until late November or early December. Just take a look and that's enough. Then, return and buy an electric cart to go up and down from the South Gate; it's mainly for viewing the scenery at the top of the mountain, lacking in entertainment value. Perhaps taking the cable car to the East Gate would offer a better panoramic view. Overall, Yuelu Mountain, as a 5A scenic area, offers free admission, which seems grand. However, smaller attractions still charge admission based on personal preference. I feel that university students in the vicinity are particularly fortunate.
I think if you're traveling to Changsha, you can visit Yuelu Mountain. However, I don't think it's necessary to visit Yuelu Academy. Yuelu Mountain is free, but Yuelu Academy charges an entrance fee, and for that price, I don't think there's much to see inside.
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Yangtianhu Grassland
4.4
/5
3332 reviews
7.8
From IDR 257143
Based on 5 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8607357755333
Address: 湖南省郴州市北湖区仰天湖瑶族乡212省道
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 day
Highlights:
Horseback riding & prairie vibes
Interact with alpacas & archery
Saved by 686 users2751 positive reviews
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This is the only grassland in the south, and it's truly breathtaking. If you have the stamina, you can conquer every hilltop. Everywhere you look is green, incredibly soothing. We were lucky enough to see a sea of clouds; locals said they rarely see such a beautiful cloudscape. Highly recommended!
It's definitely worth a visit. In the morning, a thin mist hangs in the air, like a veil covering the sky. As the temperature rises, the clouds part and the sun shines through, revealing rolling meadows, leisurely flocks of sheep, distant windmills, and various castles, making you feel like you've stepped into a fairytale world.
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Dongjiang Lake Tourist Area
4.5
/5
6563 reviews
7.7
From IDR 178572
Based on 15 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +864004000073586
Address: Dongjiang Lake, Zixing, Chenzhou, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 day
Highlights:
Glass walkway & stunning canyon
Mist-shrouded Dongjiang: ethereal beauty
Saved by 147 users4791 positive reviews
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All the scenic spots in Chenzhou are great, with beautiful natural scenery and delicious Hunan cuisine. The Dongjiang fish, braised chicken, and blood duck are all excellent. Thanks to A-Jie from Dongya Apartment for helping us plan our itinerary and book discounted tickets to the scenic spots, saving us time and money. We'll definitely stay at Dongya Apartment again next time we're in Chenzhou!
All the scenic spots in Chenzhou are great, with beautiful natural scenery and delicious Hunan cuisine. The Dongjiang fish, braised chicken, and blood duck are all excellent. Thanks to A-Jie from Dongya Apartment for helping us plan our itinerary and booking discounted tickets to the scenic spots, saving us time and money. We'll definitely stay at Dongya Apartment again next time we're in Chenzhou!
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