2025 Zhijiang Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

Overview Location: Located in the northeastern suburbs of Zhijiang City, Yichang City, Hubei Province, Jinhu Wetland Park sits between Majiadian Subdistrict, Xiannv Town, and Wen'an Town, in the transition zone between the western Hubei mountains and the Jianghan Plain. Park Area: The park covers a total area of 733.35 hectares, of which 688.57 hectares are wetlands, accounting for 93.89% of the total area. Composition: The park comprises Liujiahu Lake, Donghu Lake, and Jinshan Forest Farm, and primarily consists of lake wetlands, river wetlands, marsh wetlands, and constructed wetlands. Natural Landscape and Ecological Features Rich Plant Resources: The park boasts 204 species of vascular plants from 173 genera and 74 families. Various aquatic plants thrive here, such as wild rice stem, lotus root, and water celery. Trees like Chinese pistache and Ilex cornuta are also present. Diverse Animal Resources: As a crucial distribution area for waterfowl resources, the park is home to 179 bird species from 113 genera, 54 families, and 17 orders. These include nationally first-class protected birds like the Scaly-sided Merganser, and second-class protected birds like the Eurasian Sparrowhawk and the Black Kite. Other wildlife such as the Siberian Weasel and the Hog Badger also inhabit the park. Beautiful Lake Scenery: Jinhu Lake, the largest natural shallow-water lake in the middle reaches of the Yangtze River, resembles a lively goldfish when viewed from above. Connected to the Yangtze River, with the nearest point being 1.70 km away, the lake offers stunning scenery with its picturesque combination of lake and mountain views. Park Construction and Development Protective Measures: Adhering to the principles of "comprehensive protection, scientific restoration, rational utilization, and sustainable development," the park employs a three-dimensional ecological restoration and management model. This model focuses on "land-based pollution interception and control, lakeshore ecological slope protection, returning farmland to lake, underwater vegetation restoration, and park-wide intelligent monitoring." Facilities such as an ecological experience center and bird observation points have also been established. Honors: In 2019, Jinhu Wetland Park was recognized as a "Beautiful Lake in the Yangtze River Economic Belt." On December 25, 2019, it officially became a "National Wetland Park" after passing the pilot national wetland park acceptance inspection by the National Forestry and Grassland Administration. In 2023, the Jinhu Wetland Ecological Restoration Project was selected as one of the first outstanding typical cases of national landscape engineering.

🌟Start a spontaneous trip at the Vienna International Hotel (Zhijiang Sports Center Branch)🌟 The first rays of morning sunlight gently woke me through the curtains. Opening them, I was greeted by the tranquil and beautiful scenery of Zhijiang City. At that moment, I knew this would be an unforgettable journey. 🏡A comfortable residence, a warm haven on your journey🏡 Stepping into the Vienna International Hotel (Zhijiang Sports Center Branch), I was immediately captivated by the spacious and bright lobby. The hotel's interior decor is elegant yet modern, and each room is equipped with high-definition smart LCD TVs, smart toilets, and other amenities, making you feel at home. The bed, in particular, was just the right firmness, and all my fatigue seemed to melt away the moment I lay down. 🍽️A rich breakfast to start an energetic day🍽️ The hotel offers a varied breakfast, including traditional Chinese cuisine, Western bread, coffee, and more, catering to different tastes. Sitting by the window, enjoying a delicious breakfast while admiring the beautiful scenery outside, a wonderful day began. 🌿Surrounding beauty, exploring every corner of the city🌿 Not far from the hotel is the Zhijiang Sports Center, a great choice for morning jogs or leisurely strolls. If you want to delve deeper into the local culture, you can visit the Mituo Temple and experience its tranquility and peace. In addition, the Jinhu Wetland Park is a must-see attraction with fresh air, picturesque scenery, and perfect photo opportunities. 🚗Convenient transportation, easy access to every destination🚗 Whether you're arriving from Zhijiang North Railway Station or Three Gorges Airport, the Vienna International Hotel (Zhijiang Sports Center Branch) is easily accessible. The hotel is conveniently located with excellent transport links, making it easy to reach major city attractions or explore lesser-known spots in the surrounding area. If you're planning a trip to Zhijiang, consider the Vienna International Hotel as your base. It not only provides a comfortable stay but also allows you to explore this beautiful city in greater depth. I hope my sharing will be helpful for your trip. Let's meet on the road!

Traveling is really the most interesting thing. Before traveling, your mood will quietly take off because of the upcoming journey, and your walking steps will be lighter; during travel, whether it is the joy of expecting fulfillment, unexpected little surprises, or the regret of missing some arrangements, you will fall into bed exhausted. When I was tired, everything was the best arrangement; after traveling, I felt a sense of belonging to home after a long separation, and even the bumpy underground garage felt familiar. The first stop for May Day trip - Qinglongshan Forest Park, Gujiadian Town, Zhijiang City + experience the Yangtze River from up close. 🌟Highlights: 🌟Free tour. Qinglongshan Forest Park is suitable for strolling. The landscape includes: a large green tea garden, a two-story observation building, several pavilions, and a watch tree. Amusement rides include: rainbow slides, bumper cars, small children's playgrounds, etc., which are free of charge, and Internet celebrity swings, which can seat 5 people at the same time and are worth experiencing, as well as some fitness equipment such as double poles. There is also a stone stove for self-service barbecue. 🌟The tea garden is huge and spectacular. It happened to be the tea picking season, and for the first time I saw tea being harvested with a machine. The tea garden has a walking trail, which allows you to easily walk among the tea trees and take photos, and you can also experience picking tea leaves from those tea trees that have been harvested. 🌟Feel the mother river Yangtze River up close. Although the passage through Zhijiang City didn't feel like rough waves, standing on the rocks by the river and facing the river wind, I still couldn't help but cry out "Yangtze River, I'm coming." 🗓Tour route: 🗓First go to Qinglongshan Forest Park in Gujiadian Town The entire park is not big, and 30 minutes is enough for just walking around. The specific route is as follows: Drive directly to Daping in front of the "Observation Tower" - take the road on the right to go to the children's playground - return to Daping on the same road - climb to the Observation Tower - take the tea garden walking path - end of the tour 🗓Feel the Yangtze River from up close Cross the Zhicheng Yangtze River Bridge - park near the fourth team along the river - go to the opposite side of the road and take the path to the rocks on the riverside. 🗓We also went for a walk in the town and ate the crispy and delicious Gongan Guokui. For dinner, my friend also treated me to a big fish served in a washbasin, which was super fresh and tender. 📝Finally, here are some tips that may be useful: 📝1. When parking in Qinglongshan Forest Park, you can park at the large flat inside. There will be a parking lot for small cars when you enter the park, but it is still a short distance from the observation tower. If you don't want to walk, you can continue driving inside and park on the large flat inside. 📝The location to see the Yangtze River was found temporarily, opposite the fourth team along the river. It feels like it's on point, and the location is pretty good. Not only is it relatively close to the Zhicheng Yangtze River Bridge, you can see the trains passing on the bridge, as well as the rocks washed by the water. It feels good to sit on the rocks and watch the waterbirds hunting and fishing boats on the river. 📝Gongan Guokui stuffed with beef is delicious and should be eaten while it’s hot. But Guokui’s dough itself is crispy and fragrant. A must eat. Although this trip was not a special trip to Zhijiang, I still felt the charm of Zhijiang. The first stop of the May Day trip ended with flower scattering. 🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸

In this busy society, we are always looking forward to finding a place where we can relax. Recently, I had the privilege of staying at the Zhijiang Kaiyida Hotel. This stay experience made me feel very satisfied, let me share this experience in detail. First of all, I have to say that the geographical location of Zhijiang Kaiyida Hotel is very superior. The hotel is located in the center of Zhijiang City, with convenient transportation around, and it is only a few minutes' drive from the train station and bus station. Moreover, there are many restaurants and shopping centers near the hotel, which is very convenient. As soon as I entered the hotel lobby, I was attracted by its luxurious decoration style. There is a huge crystal chandelier in the center of the lobby, surrounded by exquisite artworks and comfortable sofas. The front desk staff are very enthusiastic, they greet each guest with a smile, making people feel very warm. When checking in, I found that the hotel's service was very efficient. The staff quickly handled my check-in procedures and detailed the hotel's facilities and services. They also proactively asked me if I needed help with my luggage, which made me feel very considerate. The room design of Zhijiang Kaiyida Hotel is very comfortable, every detail reflects the hotel's intentions. The room has a large bed, the sheets and pillows on the bed are very soft, and you can feel deeply comfortable as soon as you lie down. There is also a large-screen TV in the room where you can watch various TV shows. In addition, the room also has a separate bathroom and shower room, all the facilities are very clean, making people feel very satisfied. The hotel's catering service is also very outstanding. There is a Chinese restaurant and a Western restaurant in the hotel, offering a variety of delicacies. I tasted the local specialty dishes in the Chinese restaurant, which were very delicious. In the Western restaurant, I enjoyed a rich buffet, whether it was salad, barbecue or dessert, they were all very delicious. In addition to catering services, the hotel also provides many other services. For example, the hotel has a gym with various fitness equipment to meet the fitness needs of guests. In addition, the hotel also has a swimming pool, where guests can enjoy the beautiful scenery while swimming. During my stay at the hotel, I also participated in a night tour organized by the hotel. Under the leadership of the guide, we visited some famous attractions in Zhijiang City, such as Zhijiang Bridge, Zhijiang Park, etc. This night tour made me have a deeper understanding of Zhijiang City and made me feel very happy. In general, I am very satisfied with my stay experience at Zhijiang Kaiyida Hotel. Whether it is the hotel's location, service, facilities or catering, I am very satisfied. I believe that whether you are on a business trip or leisure travel, Zhijiang Kaiyida Hotel will be your best choice.