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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do near Daye [2025]
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Yellow Crane Tower
4.6
/5
68739 reviews
9.0
From THB 293.75
Based on 1,361 reviews
Yellow Crane Tower/Wuchang Railway Station | 81.7 km from downtown
Phone +864006960006
Address: No.1, Xishanpo, Snake Mountain, Wuchang District, Wuhan
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Highlights:
Famous cultural landmarks in Chinese history
Yangtze River Bridge & 3 towns views
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You can climb up the Yellow Crane Tower to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Yangtze River, or you can look out and listen to the bells ringing on the opposite side, and learn about the creative background of poets such as Li Bai and Cui Hao. It is suitable for a family outing. The Yellow Crane Tower at night is even more unique, with singing and dancing performances. There are many poetry steles in the park, and you can check out the cultural and creative stores inside.
The Yellow Crane Tower is a must-see when visiting Wuhan. Climbing to the top offers a panoramic view of the mountains and the Wuhan Yangtze River Bridge. Visitors over 65 are also exempt from admission fees and can simply pay with their ID card, making it convenient for tourists.
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Tengwang Pavilion
4.5
/5
24048 reviews
8.7
From THB 225.96
Based on 397 reviews
Tengwang Pavilion/Wanshou Palace | >100 km from downtown
Phone +86079186702036
Address: No. 58 Antique Street, Donghu District, Nanchang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
A Nanchang landmark and one of the three famous towers of Jiangnan
Unique 9-story, 3-tiered building design
Saved by 261 users15810 positive reviews
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Experience the romance and elegance of ancient literati during a nighttime visit to Tengwang Pavilion. Beyond the light show, the pavilion itself is a legend. Feel the river breeze, admire the nightscape, and imagine the ancient saying of ascending a high tower alone and gazing out across the vast expanse of the world—a truly unique experience.
It's especially beautiful at night. The lights are on at 9 o'clock. There are performances at night. You can go up to the tower first, then wait for the show to end and then go to the front to take pictures. There are also some small fireworks. There is nothing to see inside the tower. You can't see the lake at night. The main thing is to see the lights. If you don't buy a ticket, you can't see the front.
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Hunan Museum
4.8
/5
14152 reviews
8.7
Based on 135 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
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It was my first time to visit Changsha with my kids. I thought I would just have a quick tour, so I ordered a tour on Ctrip. It turned out to be really worth it. It was 69 yuan per person for a 90-minute tour that was very detailed. I asked for the guide, and she was called Minmin. You can ask her for help. She is very professional and doesn't slack off.
Teacher Luo is so kind and knowledgeable! I was taking notes on the points she mentioned as we walked. Then she said, "It seems like she brought a secretary with her today!" Hahahaha
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Orange Island
4.6
/5
12664 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 951 users6062 positive reviews
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The service attitude is not good. I booked it on Ctrip.com and it took a long time to confirm the boarding. The service provider said that they had never received orders from third-party platforms and complained why I couldn't buy it on the spot.
My visit to Orange Island was a bit disappointing, as I didn't enter until 10 p.m., so I missed many of the attractions. However, cruising the Xiang River at night was quite unique. The river breeze was pleasant, and the stroll was relaxing. I also saw Chairman Mao's statue, which made up for the small regret and left me with a unique memory of my night out.
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Lushan National Park
4.5
/5
17301 reviews
8.6
From THB 723.07
Based on 146 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +864009006162
Address: No. 19, Hexi Road, Guling Town, Lushan City, Jiujiang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-3 days
Highlights:
Maple Leaf Viewing at Lushan Botanical Garden in Autumn
360° view of Mount Lu
Saved by 256 users12055 positive reviews
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Lushan Scenic Area, a renowned tourist attraction and summer resort in my country, was listed on the World Natural and Cultural Heritage List in 1996. Lushan is a mountain steeped in history and culture, dotted with historical sites and monuments. In addition to the mountain's attractions, numerous sights along the foothills also fall under the category of scenic spots. Even a cursory tour will require two or three days, while a full week is ideal for a more in-depth exploration.
During the summer vacation, I went to Lushan Mountain for a tour and chose to take the cable car up the mountain. I first took a shuttle bus to the cable car station. The cable car was very large and could accommodate more than ten people. It went up the mountain very quickly and arrived in ten minutes. It was really the most convenient way to go up the mountain.
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Hongcun Village
4.5
/5
41769 reviews
8.5
From THB 677.88
In Hongcun scenic area | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8605595541158
Address: No. 003, Qianjie Street, Hongcun Scenic Area, Hongcun Town, Yi County, Huangshan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Unique village layout & scenery
Unique village & exquisite carvings
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This place is very photogenic, with a beautifully balanced landscape. The food, drinks, and entertainment are quite expensive, so I wouldn't recommend going there in the summer, as it's incredibly hot. While it might be nice to stay there, I didn't have enough time, which was a shame.
Because of the time arrangement, I only saw the night view. I feel that it would be better during the day. Several attractions are not open at night, but you can taste the food. Also, if you come to Hongcun, it is best not to get off at Huangshan West Station, because there is no bus to this place. It costs about 200 yuan to take a taxi.
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Du Fu Pavilion
4.6
/5
8225 reviews
8.5
From THB 81.35
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
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It's very beautiful. I stayed in a guesthouse opposite Du Fu Jiangge. It's very convenient to get around. I saw both the daytime and night views and even went up to the top. The breeze from the Xiangjiang River was so comfortable!!!
A Poetic Dwelling, Riverside Pavilions Embrace the Starry Sky – A Time-Long Journey Through Du Fu's Riverside Pavilion
—Amid the Tang and Song Dynasty charms and the vibrant lights of the Star City, experience the millennia-old echoes of Hunan culture.
First Impression: The Remnant of the Prosperous Tang Dynasty Among the Soaring Eaves and Brackets
Upon entering Du Fu's Riverside Pavilion, one is struck by the Tang-style architecture with its soaring eaves and pointed corners. The main pavilion stands 18 meters tall, with a four-story, double-eaved hip roof. Its red pillars and blue tiles gleam softly in the Xiangjiang River's mist, reminiscent of a Jiangnan pavilion plucked from Du Fu's poems. Most captivating is its ingenious "double-sided welcoming" design – whether viewed from Yuelu Mountain on the east bank or from Tianxin Pavilion on the west bank, the Riverside Pavilion appears from the front, embodying the imagery of Du Fu's "tiered pavilions lean against thunder, the vast sky faces the water." Leaning against the railing, the river breeze carries the fragrance of the vegetation of Orange Island. In the distance, neon lights on both sides of the river gradually illuminate, a juxtaposition of light and shadow from the past and present.
Exploring: The Poet's Footprints in the Hall of Inscriptions, Poems, and Paintings
Entering the Du Fu Memorial Hall on the second floor, a bronze statue stands still in the center. The poet, dressed in wide robes and sleeves, his features reflect the vicissitudes of life. On either side, wood reliefs depicting "Du Gongbu's Journey to Xiaoxiang" unfold slowly: from a tavern "drunk on Changsha wine at night" to a lone boat "moored at Nanhu Harbor," over 50 Changsha poems flow through light and shadow. The third-floor exhibition hall features a wall display of ten-thousand-character grids, recreating a long corridor of poetry history. Next to the yellowed rubbing of "Song of the Thatched Cottage Destroyed by the Autumn Wind," an electronic screen plays the animation "Meeting Li Guinian in Jiangnan"—the encounter between a musician in the heyday of the Tang Dynasty and a poet in his twilight years, bringing history to life.
Night Banquet: A World of Fireworks in the Dim Lights
As dusk falls, the sixth-floor observation deck transforms into a galaxy theater. At 7:00 PM, the lights come on, bathing the Jiangge Pavilion in a warm yellow glow. LED strips dotted along the eaves resemble dancing fireflies. Gazing from the balcony, the Orange Island fireworks display intertwines with the light bands of the Xiangjiang River cruise ships. Through the lens of a mobile phone, the outline of Yuelu Mountain forms a beautiful counterpoint against the inscription "Xiangjiang River Flows North." At this moment, order a cup of Anhua dark tea and watch the tea ripple in the cup, and you'll be lost in the poetic feasts of the Tang Dynasty or a modern-day city.
After visiting the Jiangge Pavilion, don't miss the surrounding lively life:
• Xiangmo Rice Noodles: A five-minute walk west, deep in an old alley, "Liu Longzi Rice Noodles" wafts a spicy aroma. Their beef topping, served on snow-white rice noodles with sour beans and chopped peppers, is so spicy it's enough to make you sweat, yet you can't stop eating.
Practical Tips: The Secret Key to a Time-Traveling Tour
1. Time of Light and Shadow:
◦ Climb the pavilion at sunrise to capture the breathtaking spectacle of "the morning glow gilding the roof";
◦ For nighttime views, choose 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM, when the illuminations of the pavilion and the fireworks display on Orange Island are the best.
2. Transportation Tips:
◦ Take Metro Line 2, exit 2 at Xiangjiang Middle Road Station, and walk along the riverbank for 10 minutes. Along the way, you'll see the inscription "Qinyuanchun - Changsha";
Conclusion: A Conversation with the Poet Through the Wrinkles of Time
This pavilion marked the final destination of Du Fu's wandering life and remains a spiritual landmark of Changsha. As we pause among the stele corridors and contemplate over the fragrance of tea, we resonate with a millennium of cultural heritage. Just as the couplet on the Jiang Pavilion says: "The legacy of the poet saint spreads throughout the world, and the clear water of the Xiangjiang River nourishes generations to come." Only now do we know that the so-called "poetry and distant places" are nothing but the eternal sparks in the long river of history, illuminating the luggage of every dreamer.
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Jiuhua Mountain
4.8
/5
21048 reviews
8.4
From THB 723.07
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8605662831288
Address: Jiuhua Shan, Qingyang, Chizhou, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
Highlights:
Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva's sacred site
Sunrise & clouds at Tiantai
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Jiuhua Mountain is known as one of the four great Buddhist mountains for a reason. It has beautiful scenery, a good environment, and a paradise on earth. It has a long history of Buddhist culture and is worth recommending. Jiuhua Mountain is waiting for those who are destined to visit.
Jiuhua Mountain Scenic Area is divided into the front mountain for pilgrimage and the back mountain for scenic views. Making full use of the 50-yuan scenic shuttle bus is well worth the price. The flower terrace and rooftop terrace on the back mountain are actually connected, and the main attraction is the peak scenery. Don't be too greedy when hiking; go straight to the rooftop or flower terrace and then hike from the peak to enjoy the scenery. You can do both.
The temples on the front mountain are scattered, so you'll need to take the MM route. Get a map at the visitor center and visit a few key temples. The principle is: it's not about the number of temples, but the presence of Buddha in your heart.
The only problem is that one security guard at the visitor center was terrible! Upon arrival, he kept asking me which hotel I was staying in, which was an invasion of privacy! Therefore, I give it a low rating for service!
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Wunvzhou Resort
4.4
/5
4868 reviews
8.3
From THB 497.11
Wunvzhou Resort | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8607937319999
Address: 江西省上饶市婺源县文公北路8号
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1.5 days
Highlights:
Three themed islands & legend
Golden Pavilion show & martial arts
Saved by 279 users4069 positive reviews
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The characteristics of several scenic spots in Jiangxi are relatively similar, the night view is more beautiful, and the performances are also similar. Personally, I think it’s okay to choose one of the three attractions. There is no need to go to all of them.
There is no need to go during the day. I personally recommend starting at 5 o'clock. There are many places to eat inside. The playing time is about 3 hours. The night view at night is good and the performance is also OK. It's awesome.
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Tao Yang Alley
4.6
/5
6286 reviews
8.3
From THB 239.52
People Square/Tao Yang Alley | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8607988226233
Address: No. 187, Zhushan Middle Road, Zhushan District, Jingdezhen City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Traditional houses & exquisite ceramics
Jingdezhen's 1.24 sq mi icon
Saved by 125 users5206 positive reviews
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Three Most Famous Attractions
1. Imperial Kiln Museum: Famous for its red brick arched structure, the museum houses a large collection of restored porcelain from the imperial kilns and archaeological sites, perfect for photographing under the night lights.
2. Dragon Ball Pavilion: A landmark building in Jingdezhen, built in the Tang Dynasty, overlooking Taoyangli. Its red walls and porcelain fragments are a popular photo spot.
3. Xujia Kiln: The most complete preserved wood-fired kiln site from the Ming and Qing dynasties. After restoration in 2025, it will be open to the public for experiencing traditional porcelain-making techniques.
It's okay, though 50 yuan is a bit pricey. Going early in the morning means there are fewer tourists, making it easy to take photos. The alleys are quite quiet, and the original style has been well preserved. The Ceramic City and Fuzhou Lane are nearby, making it convenient for shopping, eating, and shopping.
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