Xiangtan Wanlou is worth a visit. The following is an introduction to its highlights:
High historical and cultural value
It has a long history: it was first built in the 43rd year of Wanli in the Ming Dynasty (1615). It was named by Li Tengfang, a Beijing official at the time, which means "ten thousand is a large number, and the city will become bigger from then on." It has been rebuilt many times in the long history and has witnessed the rise and fall of Xiangtan for nearly four centuries. It is the spiritual totem of Xiangtan culture.
There are many celebrity anecdotes: in ancient times, Xiangtan literati and poets often gathered here, climbing up the stairs to observe the scenery, recite poems and compose poems. For example, Xiangtan County Magistrate Bao Hongkui and Beijing official Li Tengfang all had stories with Wanlou, adding a strong cultural atmosphere here.
Distinctive architectural features
Unique structure: It adopts a structure of nine floors inside and five floors outside, with a total height of 63.48 meters. The main building is 52.58 meters high, which means the 95 Supreme. It is one of the tallest antique buildings along the Xiangjiang River and is known as the first building in Xiaoxiang.
Style fusion: It not only incorporates the solemnity and elegance of royal courtyards and first-class temples, but also absorbs the characteristics of Jiangnan folk houses such as horse head walls and gray tiles. The overall style is generous and magnificent, with a huge "Ten Thousand Buildings" plaque hanging high. The plaque inscribed by calligrapher Shen Peng adds a lot of color to it.
Excellent view of the landscape
Overlooking the Xiangjiang River: Located on the bank of the Xiangjiang River, you can enjoy the magnificent scenery of the Xiangjiang River by climbing to the Wanlou Tower. You can have a panoramic view of the night view of the Xiangjiang River and feel the endless flow of the river and the prosperity of the city.
Surrounding supporting facilities: There are also special projects such as Youth Pier and gourmet snacks in the scenic area. There are modern buildings such as Liancheng Bridge in the surrounding area, forming a unique landscape where tradition and modernity complement each other.
Rich cultural and tourism activities
Light show performance: A light and shadow show is held around 7 o'clock every night. Before the light and shadow show, there are warm-up activities such as fire dance and "shake" interaction on mobile phones to attract tourists to participate and spread Xiangtan culture.
Cultural exhibition experience: The first floor is the "Meet the Eighteenth President Again" metaverse, which creates 6 chapters of Xiangtan culture. You can interact with "Qi Baishi", listen to the voice of the Republic of China, watch a play, and immerse the Eighteenth President, etc.; the seventh floor There is an exhibition of Xiangtan historical celebrities, and the corridor outside has a wide view, giving you an unobstructed view of the night view of the Xiangjiang River and the market.