Yuan'an Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
I have found a hidden paradise in Hubei! | Pangjiawan Nianhua Valley
| Pangjiawan Nianhua Valley.
I found a secluded ancient village with no inhabitants
Only a 3.5h drive from Wuhan
Only a 1h drive from Yichang city center
This ancient village is backed by mountains,
Surrounded by greenery
Inhabited by the descendants of the Pang family
Most of those who remain in the village are grandparents
The village still retains ancient wells from the Ming and Qing dynasties
There are farm dishes in the village, as well as homestays
If you have time, you can stay for a night
The whole village doesn't take long to walk around but is worth savoring
The hot summer is coming soon
It's also nice to come here to escape the heat
You can also pick fruit in the surrounding area
Address: Yuan'an Pangjiawan Nianhua Valley
Yichang's Quiet and Lesser-Known Ancient Village—Pangjiawan Nianhua Valley
💭 Escape the hustle and bustle, find the tranquility within
Do you want to escape the noise of the city and find a peaceful corner to quietly enjoy your own weekend time? Then come to Pangjiawan Nianhua Valley in Yichang!
📍 Location: Pangjiawan Nianhua Valley
🚗 Transportation: It is recommended to drive there to enjoy the scenery along the way.
💰 Ticket: Free!
🅿️ Parking: There is a parking lot in the village, which is also free, very convenient.
⏰ Visiting time: Although the village is not large, every inch of land is full of stories. If you are not particularly keen on taking photos, you can basically finish the tour in about 1 hour. However, if you want to delve into the history and culture here, you might need more time.
🌳 The Legend of the Centennial Nanmu Tree
Have you heard about the legend of the centennial nanmu tree in the village? It is said that in the early Ming Dynasty, a scholar who was on his way to the capital for the imperial examination took shelter under the tree during a storm. A lightning bolt split the nanmu tree, and the scholar took it as a divine sign, so he bowed three times and kowtowed nine times before continuing on his way. Eventually, he passed the examination with high honors, and when he returned to his hometown, he specially paid homage to this divine tree to thank the heavens for their guidance. This nanmu tree has since become the guardian spirit of the village, bringing peace and good fortune to the villagers.
The tranquil ancient village secret of Yichang
💁♀️ Looking to escape the hustle and bustle on the weekend and find a peaceful corner to quietly enjoy your own time? Then come to Pangjiawan Nianhua Valley!
📍 Location: Pangjiawan Nianhua Valley
🚘 Transportation: Self-driving is recommended to enjoy the scenery along the way.
🎫 Ticket: Free of charge, truly great value!
🅿️ Parking: There is a parking lot in the village, also free of charge, which is very considerate.
🕓 Visiting time: The village is not very big, and if you are not particularly fond of taking photos, you can basically finish touring in about 1 hour. However, the beauty and tranquility here are worth savoring slowly.
🌲 Legend of the century-old Nanmu tree: Have you heard the legend of this divine tree? It is said that in the early Ming Dynasty, a scholar on his way to the capital to take an exam took shelter under this tree during a rainstorm and was struck by lightning. The Nanmu tree was split instantly, but the scholar was unharmed. He believed it was a sign from heaven, so he bowed three times and kowtowed nine times to the tree before braving the rain to continue to the capital. As expected, he passed the examination with high honors, and when he returned to his hometown, he made a special trip to pay his respects to the divine tree in gratitude. Today, this Nanmu tree still stands in the village, witnessing the passage of time.
Nianhua Valley, an ancient village lost in the corner
Have you not had a date with nature for a long time? Follow the winding mountain road through the lingering clouds
The wind that flows past your ears is the farewell from the city. Standing by the Nianhua Valley is the longing of the heart. It's about the place we've been looking for, the mountains and the breeze, the years and the tranquility
The mottled walls covered with ivy record several natural cycles. To Nianhua Valley, the mountains are lush, the valley echoes with birdsong. In the morning, watch the mist tinted, and at night, sleep with the bright moon and gentle breeze. Pangjiawan Nianhua Valley
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Address - Yuan’an County, Yichang City, Hubei Province, Mainland China.
Ambiance/Facilities - Excellent and interesting
Highlights - The flower garden and the hot pot
Avg. Price per Person - 100 yuan
Rating - 10/10#passionpassport
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Yuan’an has lots of hidden scenic spots, foreigners need a special travel pass to travel, and your Yuan’an .
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Getting There - Bus/Didi/Carpooling/Personalcar
Attractions - Mountains and rivers
Hotels - Mingfeng Hotel
Food & Restaurants - Chinese Restaurants
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Three Gorges Dam Tourist Area Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Regret not discovering it earlier! First experience on the Three Gorges cruise day 3.
Yichang | It's not going out to sea, it's looking at the river! 🚢
Romantic landscapes, everyone should visit the Three Gorges at least once in their life! ⛰️
It's not just the sky that's blue, but also the gentle breeze that embraces you ⛺️
Mountains and rivers always have an indescribable romance 💦
💙Travel Tips: The cruise sails through the Three Gorges canyon area, where the weather is unpredictable and the temperature difference between morning and evening is large. Remember to bring a jacket 🧥~ and protection against mosquito bites~
Ship Selection Guide | Encyclopedia of Cruises Yichang, there are so many surprises! You'll regret it if you don't see it series
😎 Guys, today I'm going to bring you a super detailed travel guide for Yichang in May and June🎊! Follow my steps and let's explore this beautiful city together🎈!
🏞Geographical location: Yichang is located in the western part of Hubei Province💖, at the junction of the upper and middle reaches of the Yangtze River🎯, blessed with unique natural scenery and a variety of tourism resources😎.
💃Cultural characteristics: Yichang is a vibrant and charming city😜, with unique folk culture and a long history👏.
🎯Route planning:
📅Day1: Yichang city area - Yiling Yangtze River Bridge - Riverside Park🌳
📅Day2: Three Gorges Tribe👨👩👧👦 - Sanxia Cave🤩
📅Day3: Qingjiang Gallery🎨
📅Day4: Three Gorges Dam💪
👏Here are eight of the most worthwhile attractions:
💖Three Gorges Tribe: It's like a paradise😍, where you can enjoy the authentic Tujia folk customs🤝, and see riverside girls washing clothes with mallets👗, and fishermen leisurely casting nets on the river🎣, it's as beautiful as a painting🖼!
💖Sanxia Cave: With a profound historical and cultural heritage📜, the cave walls are inscribed with ancient literati's poems🖌, making one feel as if they have traveled back to ancient times🤩.
💖Qingjiang Gallery: The river is clear to the bottom🏞, with mountains on both sides undulating🧐, taking a boat ride through it🚢, it's simply breathtaking😍!
💖Three Gorges Dam: This is the world's largest hydro-junction project👍, standing on the dam and looking down👀, the sense of shock is indescribable😎!
💖Xiling Gorge: Known for its 'perilousness'💪, it will definitely amaze you with the magic of nature👏!
💖Chexi Folk Scenic Area: The colorful folk performances👯, let you fully feel the charm of ethnic culture🤝.
💖Qu Yuan's Hometown: Delve into the life and deeds of Qu Yuan📕, and feel his great patriotic spirit💖.
💖Chaibuxi Grand Canyon: With strange peaks and rocks🧐, walking on the plank road🚶, it's like being in a fairyland🤩.
✨Specific ways to enjoy each attraction:
🎈In the Three Gorges Tribe, be sure to experience the traditional stilted buildings🛖, participate in a Tujia wedding💒, and feel that unique romance💕.
🎈Sanxia Cave can be enjoyed by boat to appreciate the beauty of both banks🚣, while savoring the poetic charm of the ancients📜.
🎈Of course, you must take a boat ride in Qingjiang Gallery🚢, the scenery along the way will dazzle you😎.
🎈The Tanziling, 185 Platform, and other places in the Three Gorges Dam are must-visit spots👀, definitely an eye-opener👏!
🎈Xiling Gorge can be explored on foot or by boat🚶🚢, both ways have their own fun😜.
🎈Don't miss any performance in Chexi Folk Scenic Area👯, it will bring you an unforgettable experience🤩.
🎈The architecture and exhibitions in Qu Yuan's Hometown are very worth seeing📕, giving you a deeper understanding of Qu Yuan💖.
🎈In Chaibuxi Grand Canyon, walk slowly along the plank road🚶, and enjoy the beauty of nature to the fullest🤩.
👀Travel tips:
🔸Be sure to protect yourself from the sun🌞, or you'll get tanned😜.
🔸Bring rain gear🌂, in case it suddenly rains🥰.
🔸Plan your itinerary according to your physical strength🚶, don't get too tired😎.
🔸Pay attention to safety🙏, especially in mountainous areas and near water💧.
😍Local food recommendations:
🔸Chilled shrimp😋: Smooth and refreshing, soft and sweet, it's a touch of coolness in summer💖.
🔸Yiling Crisp👍: Sweet and crispy, a bite brings a full sense of happiness😎.
🔸Three Gorges Tiao Crisp🤩: Crispy and sweet, it's unforgettable👏.
💗Summary: Yichang is a charming city🥰, with beautiful scenery👏, rich culture📕, and delicious food😋. Believe me, once you come here, you will definitely fall in love with it💖!
Yichang is truly a breathtaking place, I regret not coming here until this year
Yichang is obscure yet beautiful, brimming with the breath of life, with low living costs and a slow pace of life. It has mountains and waters, and you can walk along the riverbank, feeling the breeze, admiring the mountains and waters, and enjoying the beauty of the moment🤗.
🚘Transportation
🔶Besides airplanes and trains, you can also reach Yichang by taking a Yangtze River cruise🚢. Going upstream is from Yichang to Chongqing, and downstream is from Chongqing to Yichang.
🏡Accommodation
🔶It is recommended to stay in the urban area, close to the Wanda Tourist Center, which is the most convenient for travel🚇.
🔶If not driving yourself, you can join a tour group, with hotel transfers or transfers from the Wanda Tourist Center and Yichang East Station🚌.
3 Days and 2 Nights Itinerary
Day1: Three Gorges Tribe - Three Gorges Dam
Day2: Three Gorges Waterfall - Yangtze River Night Cruise
Day3: Qingjiang Gallery - Return trip
✅Three Gorges Waterfall
Originally named Baiguoshu Waterfall, it is the third largest among 'China's Top Ten Famous Waterfalls' and a rare national geological park that combines gorges, caves, landscapes, and fossil culture. There are 20 natural attractions in the scenic area, including the Goddess Viewing Waterfall, Paper Cave, Sutra Cave, and Water Curtain Cave.
✅Three Gorges Tribe
Located within the Xiling Gorge of the Three Gorges, it consists of mountain homes, water homes, and creek-side homes. The most outstanding are the water homes; if time is limited, you can skip the mountain homes🤗.
✅Qingjiang Gallery
As the name suggests, the gallery is about appreciating the beauty of Qingjiang in the form of viewing paintings~ Admiring Qingjiang is like strolling through a 'gallery'🖼, enjoying the works of nature🎨.
✅Three Gorges Dam
Divided into the Dam Scenic Area and the Ship Lift. Visiting the dam and taking a cruise to experience the ship lift are two different places, requiring a combination of car and boat travel.
The scenic area is divided into Tanziling, 185 Park, and the Flood Diversion Memorial Garden. There are shuttle buses between the plates, but walking is also required. If taking a Yangtze River cruise, the Three Gorges Dam Ship Lift is included.
✅Must-try Foods:
Radish dumplings, baked potatoes, cold shrimp, beef buns, Three Travelers Divine Chicken, Tujia carrying grid, dry-braised copper fish, Qingjiang fish head, white cut fatty fish, silver needle chicken shreds, Tujia steamed meat, fried cured meat with Zha guang pepper.
❤Warm Tips:
It is recommended to start your day early, as the distances between attractions are relatively long, and it takes more time!
Of course, there are many more fun places around, and if time permits, you can go and have fun
Impressive, my country! The Three Gorges Dam truly amazed me
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The mighty river flows eastward, with its surging torrents; the great transformation of the Three Gorges has created a human marvel.
Today, following the verses of the poet Li Bai, I took a cruise to see the Three Gorges Dam. After passing through the Wu Gorge, Qutang Gorge, and Xiling Gorge, and admiring the beautiful mountains on both sides, I finally stood before this national treasure.
Why is the Three Gorges Dam considered a national treasure? There are mainly three types of dams in the world: for drinking water, power generation, and transportation. Our Three Gorges Dam not only combines all three but also plays a role in flood control.
🗓️Tour Tips:
The Three Gorges Dam tourist area in Yichang, Hubei, started construction in 1994. It integrates flood control, power generation, navigation, and water resource utilization. It is the main project of the Three Gorges Hydropower Station, the core landscape of the Three Gorges Dam tourist area, and one of the largest water conservancy hub buildings in the world today.
✔️Free to visit, real-name system for entry, but a tour bus ticket of 35 yuan is required.
✔️The entire scenic area is divided into three parts: Tanziling, the 185 Platform, and the Flood Diversion Memorial Park.
✔️There's no need to go to the highest point of Tanziling; it's crowded, and the lower platform is just as good for taking photos.
✔️Be sure to listen to the explanation in the sand table area below; it's educational and provides historical insight.
⚠️Special reminder, don't skimp on the 10 yuan; after leaving Tanziling, take an electric cart. Walking on your own is meaningless and tiring.
⛴️About the Cruise:
The Chongqing-Yichang section is arguably the most famous and beautiful stretch of the Yangtze River Three Gorges. You can take the Liangjiang cruise. I took the Century Glory from Chongqing Chaotianmen, a super five-star experience, 4 days and 3 nights, Fengdu Ghost City - Zhong County "Three Kingdoms Smoke" - Fengjie White Emperor City - Wushan Goddess Creek - Yichang Three Gorges Dam.
📸Photography Tips:
1️⃣The advantage of a telephoto lens is evident here; the distant mountains are particularly beautiful in the mist.
2️⃣If the lighting conditions are good, it's recommended to set the aperture around f8-12.
3️⃣Pay special attention, drones are prohibited from flying, and you can't even bring them!
I am Gala from the corner, an amateur photographer who likes to hit the road but somehow can't press the shutter properly~
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📍Detailed address: San Dou Ping Town, Yiling District, Yichang City, Hubei Province
🚙Transportation: It is recommended to drive yourself or take a cruise for sightseeing. You can also take Yichang buses No. 4, 100, 10, 21, 34, 101, etc., to the Night Pearl station, walk about 100 meters to the No. 8 bus station, and transfer to the tourist line bus to directly reach the Three Gorges Dam.
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Three Gorges Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
May Day Reverse Travel Yangtze River Discovery Experience Day 2.
🚢 Experience:
The entire journey was relaxing and enjoyable. It felt like staying in a moving hotel, without the hassle of dragging luggage around. Every day, we could enjoy different river views, which was a really refreshing experience!
📸 Photo Tips:
① The boarding area on the first floor, with windows on both sides acting like natural photo frames, makes it easy to take great shots.
② Highly recommend booking a room with a balcony. Sitting on the balcony with the river view as the background, every photo turns out beautiful.
③ The bow area on the second floor is also a great spot for photos.
④ The top deck offers a wide view and is a great place for taking pictures.
Each ship type may vary, so there might be differences. I hope you find even better photo spots and share them with me! 💞👻
Ship Selection Guide | Encyclopedia of Cruises Red leaves intoxicate the gorges, this is the reason to visit the Three Gorges in autumn and winter!
Every autumn and winter, the red leaves of the Three Gorges become "hot". In mid-autumn, they are colorful, in late autumn, the forests are dyed, and in early winter, they are in full swing.
In winter, the water is calm, and the river water presents a very beautiful turquoise color. The red leaves all over the mountains, combined with the turquoise river water and the unique gorge terrain of the Yangtze River Three Gorges, add a cinnabar-like embellishment to the ink painting, making it so beautiful that it is intoxicating. It is truly amazing.
⛺【Red Leaf Viewing Time】: November-December
🛬【Destinations】: Yichang, Badong, Wushan, Fengjie, Chongqing, etc.
🧡【Suggested Touring Methods】: Since the Yangtze River Three Gorges is a gorge terrain with high mountains and dangerous roads, and the red leaf spots are relatively scattered, it is recommended that elderly tourists and tourists from distant provinces and cities choose a cruise tour. Tourists from surrounding provinces and cities with good physical strength are recommended to choose self-driving tours.
Cruise Tour - No travel fatigue, more than 100 crew members serving the whole ship, relaxed and leisurely, super worry-free, good food and accommodation, you only need to do one thing, have fun!
Downstream (2-4 days): Depart from Chongqing, pass through Fengdu, Fengjie, Yangtze River Three Gorges, Wushan, and arrive in Yichang.
Upstream (3-5 days): Board the ship in Yichang, pass through the Yangtze River Three Gorges, Wushan, Fengjie, Fengdu, and arrive in Chongqing.
Self-driving Tour - Personalized, no time limit, for the cultural scenery you are interested in, you can have a deeper experience.
Route Reference:
D1: Arrive in Chongqing or Wanzhou, have a hot pot first. Drive on the highway to Fengjie. Stay: Fengjie
D2: Go to the 【Baidi City·Qutang Gorge】 Scenic Area, the Baidi City mentioned in the poem "Farewell to Baidi City in the Morning Clouds". Check in at the same spot as the 10 yuan RMB - Kuimen Tianxiaxiong. You can first take a boat to the opposite Chijia Mountain, climb the mountain to enjoy the continuous monkey cries on both sides, and the red leaves and boats in the gorge. Stay: Fengjie
D3: Go to the 【Three Gorges Peak】 Scenic Area in the morning, check in at the highest viewing platform in the Yangtze River Three Gorges, and welcome the sunrise of the Three Gorges. In the afternoon, go to the Wushan Wenfeng Scenic Area to see the red leaves and enjoy the sunset. Stay in Wushan at night and taste Wushan grilled fish.
D4: Take a boat tour of the 【Lesser Three Gorges】 from Wushan Jiutou Pier, return in the afternoon. Stay: Wushan
D5: Take a boat tour of the 【Goddess Peak】 Scenic Area from Wushan Jiutou Pier, climb Goddess Peak, and see the century-old red leaf sacred tree. After descending the mountain, you can take a boat to Qingshi Village deep in Wu Gorge, stay overnight in this small village that can only be reached by boat, and experience the real Three Gorges family.
D6: Return trip.
In addition to the beautiful natural scenery, the Yangtze River Three Gorges also has a profound historical heritage. It is still the only gorge landscape in the world. I think as a Chinese, you should not miss its beauty.
The Three Gorges route is so impactful, it's worth adding to your life's bucket list!
The Three Gorges, a place most people first learn about from books.
Li Bai penned the famous lines 'The sounds of monkeys on either bank can't be stopped, the light boat has already passed thousands of mountains' during a turning point in his life, and to this day, it is still celebrated by people around the world.
Yu Qiuyu wrote in 'Cultural Journey': 'Among the interesting places in China, if I could only mention one, it would be the Three Gorges.'
Why do the Three Gorges captivate literati and scholars from all walks of life to linger and forget to return? Perhaps this journey can give us the answer~
📍 Here is the Qutang Gorge, known for its perilous terrain, where the narrowest part of the river is just over 10 meters, yet the peaks on both sides can reach thousands of meters high. The ancients described it as 'Peaks join the sky, boats travel through earth's crevices,' a unique scenery that one must see when visiting the Three Gorges.
📍 Here is the summit of the Three Gorges, the highest point of the Yangtze River Three Gorges landscape, offering a comprehensive overlook of the magnificent scenery of the Three Gorges, bringing a thrilling visual experience.
📍 Here are the Kui Prefecture Museum and the Wushan Museum, rich in cultural relics, where you can explore the little-known stories behind ancient artifacts and look back on the history of this land over thousands of years.
📍 This is also the background image of the 10 yuan banknote, just bring the banknote and you can take a photo check-in on the spot~
Fun and interesting special activities:
✅ Calligraphy and Poetry Gathering
Many literati and scholars were inspired to write timeless poems when passing through the Three Gorges. On the banks of the Three Gorges, we have also prepared a recitation gathering for everyone, facing the river breeze of the Three Gorges to recite poems and experience the carefree and hearty dialogue with history.
✅ Tea Tasting in the Clouds🍵
What does it feel like to drink tea in the clouds? Before you is the magnificent view of the Three Gorges, and in your ears is the crisp chirping of birds in the mountains. With the fragrant tea entering your mouth, accompanied by such beautiful scenery, whenever you reminisce, the aftertaste is always tinged with a hint of sweetness.
🥢Specialty food enjoyment
🔴 Wushan Grilled Fish
It is said that you eat what the land or water provides, and the people of Wushan have a deep understanding of how to cook fish. The grilled fish, famous for its spicy, fresh, and fragrant flavor with tender meat and sticky skin, is a 'must-eat in Wushan'!
🔴 Salt-baked Chicken
Salt-baked chicken is a unique intangible cultural heritage food of Fengjie, with unique cooking utensils that use steam as the broth, preserving the original flavors of the chicken and cured meat. The meat is tender, and the soup is fresh and tasty, truly a delicacy that has been passed down for a thousand years!
🔍Itinerary Preview
🔹DAY1: Gather and depart to Fengjie - Lunch - Tour Qutang Gorge - Kui Prefecture Museum - Qutang Gorge·Baidi City - Dinner
🔹DAY2: Visit the summit of the Three Gorges - Lunch - Tour the Lesser Three Gorges - Specialty meal
🔹DAY3: Wushan Museum - Tour Wenfeng Scenic Area - Lunch - Return trip
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As the boat glided through the misty Three Gorges, laughter echoed as we soaked in the breathtaking scenery. My parents' smiles mirrored the grandeur of the towering cliffs, while my siblings and I eagerly snapped photos, capturing memories that would last a lifetime. The gentle sway of the boat felt like a comforting embrace, uniting us in awe of nature's splendor. Together, we marveled at the ancient villages nestled along the banks, each with its own story to tell, weaving a tapestry of history beneath the azure sky.
Next on our family's travel wishlist is the enchanting land of New Zealand, where we dream of exploring lush green landscapes, encountering majestic wildlife, and embarking on thrilling adventures amidst snow-capped mountains and pristine lakes.
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Yuan’an Is Beautiful
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Address - Yuan’an county, Yichang city, Hubei province.
Ambiance/Facilities - Excellent
Highlights - The drifting river
Avg. Price per Person - 50yuan
Rating - 10/10
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