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Trip.Best Popular Best Things to Do Near Yongzhou [2024]

Updated Sep 2024
  • No.1
    󰺂6.9
    4.6/5
    874 Review
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 20 reviews
    "The scenery is pleasant, the scenery is beautiful, the scenic spot of Lushan 5A is worth it. Although climbing will be a bit difficult, the scenery on the top is beautiful. The first line of the sky is very interesting. A seam, hands and feet are used, and the wind is very cool."
    Xinning
    81.8km from Yongzhou
    Highlights: Langshan Mountain is famous for its steep red cliffs and beautiful scenery. The area is surrounded by lush forest, which contains a number of rare species. The nearby Fuyi River receives year-round rainfall and is known for its crystal-clear water. The mountain is also home to some historical attractions, including Neolithic remains, a fortress, and the tomb of a high-ranking official from the late Qing dynasty.
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  • No.2
    󰺂8.0
    4.4/5
    3726 Review
    From24.92
    "The whole mountain climbing process in Hengshan is not tiring, the scenery is good. The Sanyin Ancient Road is suitable for hiking. If you want to save effort, you can take the scenic bus directly to Nantianmen and then walk 2 kilometers to the highest peak of Hengshan Zhurong Peak. The scenery is pleasant."
    Hengyang.Mount Heng Scenic Commercial Area
    >100km from Yongzhou
    Highlights: Located in Hengyang, Hunan Province, the Mount Heng Scenic Area includes the major attractions of Mount Heng and the Grand Temple of Mount Heng. The vegetation here is green and lush throughout the year, and there is a feeling of tranquility all around. Many temples dot the area, adding a pious tone to Mount Heng. The Grand Temple of Mount Heng at the foot of the mountain is an enormous group of ancient buildings in a palace style. It hosts a grand temple fair every year.
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  • No.3
    󰺂7.3
    4.2/5
    1210 Review
    From24.46
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 5 reviews
    "Yangtian Lake grassland scenery is very beautiful, the grassland on the mountain is different from the grassland on the flat land, and it has a unique charm. Whether it is taking pictures and punching in or letting go, it is very good. It is a recommended attraction and worth a visit."
    Chenzhou
    >100km from Yongzhou
    Highlights: Yangtian Lake Prairie is located in Beihu District, Chenzhou City, Hunan Province, with an average altitude of 1,314 meters and a total area of ​​40 square kilometers. It is the southernmost alpine grassland in China and the closest alpine grassland to Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao. It takes only 1 and a half hours to reach it by high-speed rail from Guangzhou. It is known as the "most beautiful alpine grassland in the south". In 2021, it was awarded the honorary titles of "Hunan Province Self-driving Tourism and Camping RV Standardized Service Demonstration Unit" and "Southern Most Beautiful Alpine Prairie Leisure Camping Site". In 2022, Hunan Satellite TV's "Chinese Restaurant" Season 6 All 12 episodes were filmed in the Yangtian Lake Prairie Attraction; in May 2023, the Yangtian Lake Prairie Camp was rated as a national 5C camp; in August, the Yangtian Lake Prairie Resort was rated as a provincial tourist resort.The Yangtian Lake Prairie Attraction consists of two sections: Yangtian Lake and the Prairie. The Yangtian Lake in the heart of the prairie is a dead volcanic crater gifted by the Quaternary glacial period. The springs flowing all year round nourish the entire prairie. On the ridge of the prairie, there stands a windmill that winds for hundreds of miles and towers into the sky. The white windmill and the green grass complement each other, forming a unique prairie scenery.The average temperature in summer in Yangtian Lake Prairie is 20℃, and the air is fresh. It is a summer resort and the grassland with the longest green grass period in China, which lasts for 9 months. The scenery of spring, summer, autumn and winter is unique in each season. The grassland, lakes, wetlands and other natural landscapes are all blockbusters. Yangtian Lake Prairie is a must-visit scenic Attraction for Internet celebrities in Chenzhou: Internet celebrity dining cars, yurts, grassland cafes, and Afternoon Tea at grassland camps are not only gas stations for tourists, but also check-in points for Internet celebrities; Hobbit Castle, Hobbit House, and Rainbow Flying House truly restore the movie scenes, as if entering a fairy tale world; at the same time, a group of cute pets have been introduced: alpacas, sika deer, Call ducks, black swans, Dorper sheep, etc., with gentle personalities and cute and adorable; there are also horseback riding, archery, shooting, boating and grass skiing projects. In 2023, new canyon creek tracing, grassland style performances and prairie travel photography projects will be added, so that you can enjoy the scenery of the southern grasslands while also experiencing the fun of grassland play and deeply feeling the grassland cultural atmosphere.
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  • No.4
    󰺂8.0
    4.4/5
    1923 Review
    From21.52
    "Ganzhou Gaoyiling, picturesque, more beautiful aerial photography... We live at the back door of the scenic spot, go directly to the scenic spot after breakfast, the blue sky and white clouds are clear and the sky is clear, the photo is very good, and it is a little dry. The free attraction outside Niubeling is also very beautiful."
    Chenzhou
    >100km from Yongzhou
    Highlights: Gaoyiling Scenic Area lies on the border between Qiaokou Town, Suxian District, Chenzhou City and Zixing City, Hunan Province. It is adjacent to Feitian Mountain and connects with Bian River in Yongxing County. It is near Dongjiang Lake, a famous scenic spot. Gaoyiling has mountain forest with picturesque scenery and large areas of forest. It has unique landscape with of bodies of water, red rocks and turquoise lakes.
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  • No.5
    󰺂8.3
    4.5/5
    4723 Review
    From18.12
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 954 reviews
    "I went to the largest Jinkeng Dazhai, rented a car and went down the No. 3 Golden Buddhading Observation Deck, and drove the No. 2 Thousand-Floor Sky Ladder Observation Deck. I personally prefer the Thousand-Floor Sky Ladder! In time for the season when the wheat ears began to turn yellow, the milk tea shop owner said that every day is a different scenery. In short, it is worth going to the second, third, fourth or fifth time!"
    Longsheng
    >100km from Yongzhou
    Highlights: Dragon's Backbone Rice Terraces are a large-scale terraced group in Guilin. The multiple tiers and curve lines are visually very impressive. The villages are inhabited by several ethnic minorities. There are ethnic minorities such as the Zhuang and the Yao. When you visit the Dragon's Backbone Rice Terraces, the main thing to do is go on foot and take photos. You can also take photos of the local farmhouse and experience the ethnic customs. In addition, sunrise at Dragon's Backbone Rice Terraces is very beautiful and well worth seeing.
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  • No.6
    󰺂7.9
    4.5/5
    4781 Review
    From18.12
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 15 reviews
    "The service is thoughtful and the environment is comfortable. The room is very clean. The scenery outside the window is also very close to the scenic spot. Because of physical discomfort, you can communicate late check-out. The local oranges sent by the proprietress are very good and delicious 😋"
    Zixing
    >100km from Yongzhou
    Highlights: Located in Dongjiang Town, Zixing City, the Dongjiang Lake Scenic Area holds several major attractions, including Mist Over Little Dongjiang, the Dongjiang Reservoir Dam, and Longjing Gorge. Visitors can enjoy a wide variety of activities here, including rafting on the Dong river, parasailing, taking a scenic over-water flight, jet skiing, sliding down water slides, fishing, and watching Yao cultural performances. Guests can stroll along the lake to enjoy the natural beauty of blue skies and water. They can also choose to participate in an exciting water sport for an experience more unique to the developed tourist area.
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  • No.7
    󰺂6.8
    4.6/5
    2801 Review
    From5.18
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 103 reviews
    "The day I went, the construction of Xianhe Cave was not allowed to enter, but there was no prompt at the entrance of the scenic spot. The whole scenery was still very good. The modern experience hall inside the door was closed. It felt a bit dilapidated, but the ticket price was there. It's also a good price/performance ratio."
    Guilin.Downtown/Elephant Trunk Hill/Two Rivers And Four Lakes
    >100km from Yongzhou
    Highlights: Folded Brocade Hill is a famous location in Guilin. It is named because of its horizontal rock formations and their rich colors. Piled Silk Hill is a combination of natural and cultural attractions, with lush vegetation and fresh air. The wind cave, located halfway up the hill, is narrow and only fits one person. It is quite interesting to cross it. There are many pavilions, stone tablets, and rock carvings on the hill. you can overlook the Guilin City and the Li River, with a wide view and beautiful scenery spread before you.
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  • No.8
    󰺂7.0
    4.2/5
    3364 Review
    From11.26
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 383 reviews
    "The cave is very large and beautiful. There is a tour guide to explain the whole process when entering the cave. The overall experience is great. There is a battery car in the scenic area outside, which can save some physical strength. The location of the scenic spot is in the city center and there is a snack street nearby."
    Guilin.Convention And Exhibition Center/Seven Star Park
    >100km from Yongzhou
    Highlights: Seven Star Park is a large park in Guilin, located in the urban area with convenient transportation options. Attractions in the scenic area include the "Camel Hill" formation that resembles a camel's humps, the all-natural limestone cave complex Seven Star Cave, the elegant Flower Bridge of Song Dynasty, and the Qixia Temple of Tang Dynasty. There is a zoo suitable for young children, where you can see giant pandas. There are also other activities that are suitable for outings with friends or corporate team building events, such as rock climbing and paintball.
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  • No.9
    󰺂7.6
    4.6/5
    10045 Review
    From18.57
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 2053 reviews
    "National Cave is really well-deserved, very close to the city center, a taxi can be reached soon, there are strange stones in the eye-opening, if it is not a hot day, the small train is not necessary to sit, it is recommended."
    Guilin.Reed Flute Cave/Lujia Village
    >100km from Yongzhou
    Highlights: Hudi Cave is located on the banks of the Taohua River in the Northwest of Guilin. It is a renown cave that has hosted visits from many national leaders. The cave is full of different kinds of stalagmites, stalactites, stone pillars, The Crystal Palace is the core attraction in this scenic spot, as the original film version of "Journey to the West" was shot there.
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  • No.10
    󰺂8.4
    4.7/5
    17389 Review
    From22.65
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 56 reviews
    "The experience is hard to say, except for finally climbing on Duxiu Peak and overlooking the entire Guilin city, it feels a little bit, other processes are really. . . I haven't been here, you can come and see."
    Guilin.Downtown/Elephant Trunk Hill/Two Rivers And Four Lakes
    >100km from Yongzhou
    Highlights: The history of the Duxiu Peak Royal City Scenic Area can be traced back to the Hongwu period of the Ming Dynasty more than 600 years ago. It was once a vassal city built by Zhu Yuanzhang for his nephew Zhu Shouqian. It is now a national 5A-level scenic spot in Guilin, and Duxiu Peak is its landmark attraction.The natural landscape and historical and cultural landscape in the scenic area complement each other, which can be described as "a city in the scenery and a scene in the city". It is also the carrier of Guilin, a world-famous historical and cultural city of landscape. The famous saying "Guilin's landscape is the best in the world" that has been circulated throughout the world originated from the stone wall of Duxiu Peak. It covers the three major historical and cultural systems of Guilin and is a typical representative of Guilin's history and culture. Entering the scenic area is like entering the door of Guilin's history and culture. Therefore, the famous saying "Guilin's landscape is the best in the world, and you will know Guilin after you have seen the Royal City" was formed and widely circulated by the world.As early as the Northern and Southern Dynasties, the great writer Yan Yanzhi practiced writing and chanting poems at the foot of Duxiu Peak Mountain, which initiated the literary style in the Lingnan region. During the Tang Dynasty, the first government-run school in Guangxi's history was established here. During the Song Dynasty, Wang Zhenggong engraved the famous saying "Guilin's landscape is the best in the world" on Duxiu Peak, which has also become Guilin's representative advertising slogan. During the Ming Dynasty, Zhu Yuanzhang's military advisor Liu Bowen took a fancy to Duxiu Peak, a wind and water treasure, and later built the Jingjiang Prince's Palace. In the Qing Dynasty, the Jingjiang Prince's Palace was renamed Guangxi Gongyuan and became a large-scale imperial examination center in the southwest region. A total of 585 Jinshi and 4 Number One Scholars were produced, and one of the number one Number One Scholars was "Three Yuans". During the Republic of China, Sun Yat-sen came here during his Northern Expedition and set Jingjiang Palace as the base camp for the Northern Expedition. In 1954, Guangxi Normal University moved in. Duxiufeng·Wangcheng not only has outstanding people, but also is the political, economic and cultural center of Guangxi in the past dynasties.【Duxiu Peak】Duxiu Peak is located in the center of Guilin. It stands alone and rises from the ground. It is the head of the mountains in Guilin and the king of all mountains. You can overlook the whole city of Guilin from the top of the peak. It is known as the "pillar of the south sky". As early as the Southern Dynasties, the great writer Yan Yanzhi wrote a poem "Nothing is as majestic as Duxiu Peak, which is majestic among the cities" to describe the majestic momentum of Duxiu Peak.【Jingjiang Prince's Mansion】The Jingjiang Prince's Mansion is the best existing vassal ruins in China and is the core tourist attraction in the Duxiu Peak Wangcheng Scenic Area. The Jingjiang Prince's Mansion Museum is also called the "Chengyun Hall" and is the place where ancient princes handled government affairs. Now the museum displays the Jingjiang Prince's Mansion and the entire Visitors can gain an in-depth understanding of Guilin's history of change through high-tech full-system projections and 3D projections, and can also experience the ancient rubbing technology in person at the "Wangfu Tuofang".[Duxiu Peak Cliff Carvings]On the cliff of Duxiu Peak, there are about 200 cliff stone carvings, which have been preserved by all dynasties. Among them, the famous eternal saying "Guilin's landscape is the best in the world" comes from here, a large number of precious Buddha statues and Tai Sui stone carvings, as well as those that were awarded the 2017 The Five Blessings series of the CCTV Spring Festival Gala in 2016 all come from the cliff carvings of Duxiu Peak, which are now nationally protected cultural relics.【Prince's Secret Development】Wangfu Secret Rubbing has a history of hundreds of years. It is a colorful feng shui rubbing technique developed by Zhu Zuojing, the third generation of Jingjiang King. It has now been included in the intangible cultural heritage. Visitors can experience the ancient rubbing technology here, and learning to make royal rubbings is of great value to the inheritance and development of Chinese history, culture, and folk art.
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FAQ

What are some Best Things to Do near Yongzhou?
Some Best Things to Do near Yongzhou include:Langshan National Park, Mount Hengshan, Yangtianhu Grassland, Gaoyi Mountain Tourist Area, Longji Terraces
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do near Yongzhou?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do near Yongzhou include:Langshan National Park:4.6, Mount Hengshan:4.4, Yangtianhu Grassland:4.2, Gaoyi Mountain Tourist Area:4.4, Longji Terraces:4.5
Where are Best Things to Do near Yongzhou located?
The Best Things to Do near Yongzhou are mainly located in:Langshan National Park:Xinning, Mount Hengshan:Hengyang, Yangtianhu Grassland:Chenzhou, Gaoyi Mountain Tourist Area:Chenzhou, Longji Terraces:Longsheng
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