[2025 Leiyang Attraction] Travel Guide for Cailun Bamboo Ocean (Updated Apr)

Don't miss out on a trip to Yueyang! From now until April 25, Yueyang Tower tickets are half price. Climb the tower and enjoy the panoramic view of Dongting Lake, and experience the magnificent scenery described by famous writers. We also offer in-depth interpretations of the history and culture of Hunan, so you can experience a truly immersive journey. Come and explore the traces of history and savor the unique charm of Hunan! -------- 🚂Itinerary: Day 1: Departure Day. Take the train from Beijing to Yueyang and spend a comfortable night on the train. Days 2-3: After arriving in Yueyang, first visit Yueyang Tower and enjoy the half-price ticket discount. Climb the tower and take in the beautiful scenery of Dongting Lake. Then, head to Changsha to explore the scenery of Yuelu Mountain and Aiwan Pavilion, and experience the charm of Hunan culture. Next, we will go to Shaoshan to retrace the footsteps of the great man, and then arrive in Chenzhou. Days 4-5: In Chenzhou, we will admire the magical scenery of the misty Xiaodongjiang River and climb Gaoyiling Ridge to record this unforgettable moment with aerial photography. In the evening, we will stroll along Yuhou Street in Chenzhou and experience the local nightlife. Afterwards, we will go to Cailun Bamboo Sea to experience the tranquility and beauty of the bamboo forest, and then go to Huaihua to enjoy the night view of Hongjiang. Days 6-7: In Huaihua, we will take an in-depth tour of Hongjiang Ancient City and experience the historical charm of the ancient city. Next, we will go to Chuanyan Mountain to enjoy the magnificent natural scenery and swim in the infinity pool. Afterwards, we will go to the Yanejie and Chuanyan Mountain viewing platform, and finally arrive at Fenghuang Ancient City to experience the unique charm of this ancient city. Days 8-10: In Fenghuang Ancient City, we will enjoy the morning scenery of Fenghuang and experience the beauty of the ancient city in the early morning. Then, we will go to Chadong Border Town and Zhangjiajie to explore the natural wonders of Zhangjiajie. In Zhangjiajie, we will visit Tianmen Mountain and the 72 Odd Buildings to experience the wonders of nature. Next, we will go to Tusi City and Changde Taohuayuan to experience the paradise described in The Peach Blossom Spring. Days 11-12: Finally, we will return to Changsha to visit Juzizhou Island and the Hunan Provincial Museum to experience the blend of modernity and history in Changsha. Then, take the train back to Beijing, concluding this unforgettable journey.🚂 -------- Must-See Attractions: Yueyang Tower ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Address: Dongting North Road, Yueyanglou District, Yueyang City - Opening hours: 07:30-18:00 - Visit duration: 2-3 hrs - Standing on Yueyang Tower, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the vast Dongting Lake and feel a deep sense of history. Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Address: Downhill Station of Tianmen Mountain Cableway Company, Dayong Road, Yongding District, Zhangjiajie City - Opening hours: 08:00-18:00 - Visit duration: 1 d - The cliffs here are steep, and the glass walkway is thrilling, but the scenery is also infinitely beautiful. Juzizhou Island ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Address: Second Location, Juzizhou Island, Yuelu District, Changsha City, Hunan Province - Opening hours: January 1 - October 19, 07:00-22:00 - Visit duration: 2-4 hrs - With hundreds of acres of orange groves dotted throughout, it is one of the must-see scenic spots in Hunan. Fenghuang Ancient City ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Address: Tuojiang Town, Fenghuang County, Xiangxi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Hunan Province - Opening hours: Open all day - Visit duration: 1 d - The ancient city is nestled against mountains and rivers, with red city walls standing on the banks, and the Tuojiang River flowing through the city. Gaoyiling Scenic Area ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Address: Gaoyiling Village, Feitianshan Town, Suxian District, Chenzhou City, Hunan Province - Opening hours: October 8, 2024 - April 29, 2025, 08:00-18:00 - Visit duration: 3-4 hrs - The Danxia landform and the puddles complement each other, creating an intoxicatingly beautiful scenery. -------- Travel Essentials: 🎒 Take these items with you when traveling to Yueyang and other areas! 👕 Clothing: Sweatshirts, sweaters, and jackets are warm and stylish, suitable for the March weather in Yueyang. 👟 Shoes: Flat shoes and sneakers are comfortable for sightseeing. 📱 Electronics: Mobile phones, chargers, and power banks are convenient for taking photos, staying connected, and charging your devices. 🆔 Documents: ID card and student ID for various discounts. Don't forget to bring them! 💊 Medicine: Motion sickness medicine and cold medicine, just in case, for a healthy trip. 🧴 Skincare: Sunscreen and skincare products to maintain your beauty and protect against UV rays. 🎧 Other: Headphones and selfie sticks to enjoy music and capture beautiful moments. -------- The beauty of Yueyang is not limited to the shores of Dongting Lake and Yueyang Tower. There's more for you to discover! Remember to like 👍 and save 🌟 to make your trip even more wonderful!

It is known as the "Asian Bamboo Sea" and the "Natural Oxygen Bar". This scenic spot is not crowded and the air is fresh, which is suitable for self-driving tours because it is still a long way to the top of the mountain. The must-see attraction is the [Guanhai Tower], a 5-story classical tower with a height of 36 meters. It is mainly for tourists to climb up and view the bamboos, and overlook the entire bamboo sea. [Shangbao Crystal Mine Museum] Ticket price is 98 yuan per person and the tour time is about 1 hour. Take a small train in and out of the mine, the scenery inside is also pretty good. I personally think the tickets are a bit expensive [Grin]

Yesterday I visited Leiyang Cai Lun Bamboo Sea. The bamboo here is very dense and fragrant. Of course, coming here is not just a simple tour of the bamboo forest🎋. The ancient Cai Lun papermaking technique📜 here attracts me~ · Here I personally experienced Cai Lun's ancient papermaking technique. Pour the bamboo pulp into the mold and watch it slowly solidify into paper, as if having a silent conversation💬 with Cai Lun in the Eastern Han Dynasty. Climb the Guanhai Building and overlook the entire bamboo sea. The green bamboo waves extend to the sky, which is refreshing. · After lunch, I visited Shangbao Crystal Mine. The brilliant ores are different in shape and colorful, which is dazzling. They are like the tears of the earth, telling ancient stories. This trip to Cai Lun Bamboo Sea not only made me feel the magnificence of nature and the profoundness of culture, but also found inner peace and strength.

Don't just focus on Changsha when traveling in Hunan! Hengyang, this treasure city in southern Hunan, boasts a rich historical and cultural heritage, magnificent natural scenery, and a variety of delicious foods 🥰. With the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holidays approaching, come and experience the unique charm of Hengyang! 🌄 Recommended Attractions: 📍 Mount Hengshan: One of the Five Great Mountains of China, located in the Nanyue District of Hengyang City. Known as "The Most Beautiful of the Five Mountains", "The Longevity Mountain of China", and "A Sacred Place of Religion", it lives up to its reputation. The towering Zhuhong Peak, the ancient and mysterious Cangjing Pavilion, the lively and beautiful Water Curtain Cave, and the serene and tranquil Fangguang Temple all showcase the unique charm of Mount Hengshan. You can take an eco-friendly car to easily reach the mountain or hike to enjoy the scenic beauty along the way. 📍 Nanyue Grand Temple: Built during the Sui Dynasty, it is a place to worship the Holy Emperor of Nanyue. The temple has eight Taoist temples to the east and eight Buddhist temples to the west, coexisting with Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism. It is the largest traditional cultural museum and art hall in the south, truly deserving the title of "The Forbidden City of the South". 📍 Shigu Academy: Originated in the Tang Dynasty and flourished in the Song Dynasty, it is located at the confluence of the Zheng, Xiang, and Lei rivers, one of the birthplaces of Huxiang culture. The two-meter-high stone drum stands tall, a granite long bridge spans across, with gentle riverbanks below, and Shigu Mountain surrounded by water on three sides and lush trees, creating a beautiful environment. It is an academy of ink and books that has spanned a thousand years. 📍 Cailun Bamboo Sea: Covering 160,000 acres of continuous bamboo forest, it is the largest contiguous bamboo sea in China. The spectacular bamboo forest scenery is mesmerizing, and you can also learn about the history and culture of Cailun's papermaking. Strolling along the bamboo forest paths, breathing in the fresh air, you feel as if you are in a green world. 🚄 Travel Tips: 🌟 From Guangzhou, you can take a high-speed train to Hengshan West Station to visit Mount Hengshan first, then take a bullet train to Hengyang East Station to visit Shigu Academy. 🌟 To visit Cailun Bamboo Sea, go to Leiyang first and then transfer to the appropriate transportation. 🍲 Hengyang Cuisine: 🥢 Hengdong Crispy Tripe, with a crispy and tender texture, spicy and delicious, is a must-try. 🥢 Hengyang Rice Noodles, available in various flavors such as fish noodles, braised noodles, minced meat noodles, raw noodles, and pork noodles. The rice noodles are smooth, and the broth is rich, a must-try when visiting Hengyang. 💕 Come to Hengyang! Start an exciting journey and feel the unique charm of this city. 🎉

Cailun Bamboo Sea features natural landscapes such as the bamboo sea stone forest, natural fountains, caves, sinkholes, and underground rivers. Among them, the bamboo sea stone forest is the core attraction of Cailun Bamboo Sea, consisting of dozens of huge stone peaks with various shapes and imposing presence. The natural fountains are a major highlight of Cailun Bamboo Sea, with water jets reaching tens of meters high, which are quite spectacular. The caves, sinkholes, and underground rivers also have their unique characteristics, making visitors linger and forget to return.