Xiangyang Jiuluzhai | A place of natural treasures like the Wizard of Oz.

Jiuzhaigou in Hubei is called Jiuluzhai. Jiuluzhai Ecological Tourism Zone is located in the southwest border of Baokang County, Hubei. Jiuluzhai is also an important birthplace of Chu culture, and many traditional customs of Chu ancestors have been preserved here. At present, the large-scale ancient Chu song and dance drama "Jingshan Chuyuan", which was built with a lot of money, has become an important symbol of the culture of "Chuyuan". Location: Baizhu Village, Xiema Town, Baokang County, Hubei Province. Departing from Wuhan: the whole journey takes about 5 hours; departing from Jingzhou: the whole journey takes about 4 hours; departing from Yichang; the whole journey takes about 3 hours; departing from Xiangyang: the whole journey takes about 3 hours ⏰Opening hours: Year-round 08:30-17:30 (last admission 15:00) 🎫Ticket price: Ticket purchase: Scenic area ticket (150) + ropeway one-way (40) + scenic bus (20) Ticket purchase at the visitor center: scenic spot ticket + one-way ropeway + scenic bus (198 yuan) There are 4 stations in the scenic area 1️⃣Chu Wangfeng 2️⃣Huanglong Cave 3️⃣Bawang River Tunnel 4️⃣Cliff Rope Bridge There are scenic buses between stops. Overall, it’s easy to play and not tiring. Suitable for those with children or the elderly at home😀 🚙Transportation: 1️⃣Self-driving: Starting from Xiangyang city, it takes about two hours to drive to Jiuluzhai Scenic Area; you can also choose to take a train from Wuhan to Baokang County Station, and then take a bus to the scenic spot, which takes about two hours. 2️⃣Public transportation: You can take a bus to Jiuluzhai Scenic Area at Baokang Bus Terminal. 🏨Accommodation: 1️⃣Wooden villa: Located at the entrance of the scenic spot, each villa also has an independent small balcony. 2️⃣Alpine campsites: If you like camping, you can choose to camp in alpine campsites. 🌳Travel route: D1: Take a sightseeing bus to reach Chuwang Peak. Go to the ruins of the paper mill, and then to Huanglong Cave, where you will find the spectacular Liudie Waterfall and the dreamy world of stalactites. D2: Take a car to the Dalingtou viewing platform and take the cableway to enjoy the scenery on both sides of the canyon. Walk 15 minutes to the famous rope bridge. Food recommendation: Local specialties include Xiangyang beef noodles, Baokang cured pork ribs, etc. ⛰️Jiuluzhai: Strange mountains, strange rocks, strange peaks, strange gorges, strange caves and various waterfalls complement each other and are extremely beautiful. The 95% forest coverage rate and the average summer temperature of 19°C make it a popular summer resort in Xiangyang. ⛰️Huanglong Cave: The must-see cave in Jiuluzhai. The design of sound, light and shadow turns the cave into an immersive and magical main cave, like a dream.