Wuhan's Mount Akina

One-Day Tour of Wuhan's "Mount Akina" Spring mountains beckon, embark on a journey through culture, scenery, and excitement Trip Highlights 1. Drive the "Mount Akina" curves: The winding mountain road of Jiangjun Mountain is lined with cherry blossoms, allowing you to enjoy speed and spring while your engine roars. 2. Explore the millennial Wenjin Academy: Touch the cultural roots of the Chu region amidst the bamboo forest where Confucius sent Zilu to inquire. 3. Relive the passion of the Red Revolution: Visit the former site of the New Fourth Army in Yaojiashan, where cliff bunkers and munitions factory ruins awaken red memories. 4. Experience the Zen of Daoguan River: Cruise on the blue waves, admire the reflection of the Jade Buddha Temple, and check in at the glazed pagoda of Bao'en Chan Temple. --- One-Day Itinerary 09:30 Depart from Wuhan city - Navigate to Xinzhou Wenjin Academy (1.5-hour drive), passing through fields of rapeseed flowers, and arrive at the ruins of "Confucius' Inquiry" from the Warring States Period Chu State. 14:30 Lakeside picnic lunch by Daoguan River - Set up camp by the lake and enjoy Xinzhou fish noodles and Wangji chicken soup, or head to the Daoguan River fishing village for fresh seafood. 15:00 Leisurely Zen stroll along Daoguan River - Take a scenic boat trip on the lake, climb the glazed pagoda of Bao'en Chan Temple to overlook the mountains, and walk to the World Gemstone Museum to admire rare stones. 16:00 Transfer to Jiangjun Mountain (40-minute drive) - Challenge the "Wuhan Mount Akina" S-curves, overlook the cascading tea fields from the mid-mountain viewing platform, and take cyberpunk-style photos at the ruins of the radar station on the summit. Driving Tip: There are many blind corners, experienced drivers are recommended, and drone footage is even better. 17:40 Watch the sunset from Jiangjun Mountain Wait for the sunset at the top of the mountain, and return to Wuhan after enjoying the view. 18:30 Return journey --- 📸 Must-See Spring Scenes Jiangjun Mountain curves: Aerial drone footage of the mountain road, car shadows, and cherry blossom trails (best time: early morning mist or evening backlight). Lingxing Gate of Wenjin Academy: Wear Hanfu and lean against the door frame, with the bamboo forest as a backdrop. Glazed Pagoda of Daoguan River: Use the reflection of the lake to create symmetrical compositions, especially stunning during the blue hour in the evening. Jiangjun Mountain observation deck: Take photos with the faded slogans while holding a red flag, for a sense of history. --- Spring breezes don't delay the hero's journey, half landscape, half poetry From the charm of Chu and Han Dynasties to the legends of war, from the chanting of Buddhist temples to the thrill of racing curves— This spring, let your wheels roll over the dust of history and awaken your passion and romance in the winding curves of Wuhan's "Mount Akina."