Hengyang

Transportation - External transportation: You can fly to Hengyang Nanyue Airport, which has many routes. Hengyang Railway Station and Hengyang East Railway Station are the main railway passenger stations, and high-speed rail and train travel is convenient. Long-distance buses can reach major bus stations in Hengyang. If you drive, pay attention to the traffic conditions around the scenic area. - Internal transportation: Hengyang has a wide range of bus routes, and most buses can be paid for by mobile phone, with fares of CNY 1–2. The starting price of a taxi is about CNY 7. Shared bicycles and electric vehicles are suitable for short-distance travel. Accommodation - Yanfeng District: Close to Huiyan Peak and other attractions, with many accommodation and dining options nearby. - Shigu District: Close to Shigu Academy and Dongzhou Island, with a strong cultural atmosphere. - Nanyue District: Convenient for visiting Mount Heng, with a full range of accommodation. - Near the railway station: Cost-effective and convenient for travel. Attractions - Mount Heng: One of the Five Great Mountains of China, with beautiful natural scenery and deep religious culture. You can hike or take a sightseeing bus to climb the mountain and visit Nanyue Temple, Zhonglie Temple, and other attractions. - Shigu Academy: One of the four ancient academies in China, located on the banks of the Xiang River, with simple and elegant architecture. - Huiyan Peak: A landmark peak in Hengyang, with beautiful scenery and a view of the city. - Dongzhou Island: Located in the middle of the Xiang River, with attractions such as Chuanshan Academy and Luohan Temple, combining natural scenery and cultural landscapes. - Cailun Bamboo Sea: A national 4A-level scenic spot, the largest contiguous bamboo sea in China, with attractions such as Cailun Paper Workshop. - Yumu Mountain Forest Park: With beautiful mountains and rivers, suitable for leisure vacations and mountain climbing. Food - Fish noodles: Delicious fish soup with smooth rice noodles. - Hengdong local dishes: Featuring fresh, spicy, and fragrant flavors, such as Hengdong crispy tripe. - Zhajiang rice noodles: Delicate taste with a strong rice fragrance. Recommended routes - One-day tour: Huiyan Peak → Shigu Academy → Xiangjiang Scenic Belt → Hengyang Museum → Dongzhou Island. - Two-day tour: Day 1, Weili Cultural and Creative Block → Hengyang Railway Museum → Jianxiang Industrial Art Museum → Dongzhou Island → Shigu Academy → Nanhuali; Day 2, Nanyue Temple → Mount Heng Scenic Area. - Three-day tour: Day 1, Dongzhou Island → Shigu Academy → Hengyang War Memorial Hall → Huiyan Peak → Hengyang Library; Day 2, Mount Heng; Day 3, Chuanshan Hometown Tourist Area → Xia Minghan Former Residence → Goulou Peak National Forest Park. Notes - Wear comfortable sports shoes and bring warm clothes when climbing Mount Heng. - The temperature in Hengyang is high in summer, so pay attention to sun protection and heatstroke prevention; the temperature is low in winter, so keep warm. - Most of the food is spicy, so if you can't eat spicy food, please inform the waiter in advance when ordering.