Huangzhou District Travel

Huangzhou District, Huanggang City, Hubei - a thousand-year-old ancient city on the banks of the Yangtze River, place of Su Shi's exile, combining Three Kingdoms culture and red memories, with Yiai Lake and Chibi complementing each other. Experience the perfect fusion of culture and nature in 3 days and 2 nights.

1000+
Years of City History
4
National Cultural Relics Protection Units
8+
Cultural Attractions
10+
Specialty Foods
Panoramic view of Yiai Lake in Huangzhou District
Yiai Lake - Lake and City Integrated
National AAAA-level scenic area, named after Su Shi's "Record of the Pavilion of Love Left Behind", combining ecological wetlands and cultural landscapes

Huangzhou District 3-Day 2-Night Cultural and Ecological Tour

Visit Chibi to reminisce about history, stroll Yiai Lake to find tranquility, explore ancient city heritage, taste Dongpo delicacies, experience the charm of Yangtze River culture

Trip Duration
3 Days 2 Nights
Main Destinations
Dongpo Chibi, Yiai Lake, Ancient City Wall, Li Siguang Memorial Hall
Suitable For
Culture Lovers, Family with Children, History Explorers
Per Person Budget
¥600-¥1000
01
Chibi History Reminiscence
Dongpo Chibi · Chibi Park · Su Shi Memorial Hall
Trip Highlights

After arriving in Huangzhou District, head to Dongpo Chibi, explore the ruins of Su Shi's exile in Huangzhou, visit the memorial hall to learn about his life and works, and enjoy the Yangtze River sunset at Chibi Ji in the evening.

Attraction Arrangements
Dongpo Chibi
National-level cultural relics protection unit, famous for Su Shi's "Ode to the Red Cliff", preserving ancient buildings like Erfu Hall, Leijiang Pavilion, and Poxian Pavilion, an important cultural landmark in the middle reaches of the Yangtze River.
Su Shi Memorial Hall
Located within the Chibi scenic area, displays Su Shi's life trajectory and literary achievements in Huangzhou, collecting related cultural relics and calligraphy and painting works.
Chibi Park
City park surrounding Dongpo Chibi, with dense vegetation, featuring poetry and calligraphy tablet corridors, a place for citizen leisure and cultural experience.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Huangzhou Hotel
  • Yiai Lake Hotel
  • Dongpo Outer Beach Homestay
Food Recommendations
  • Dongpo Pork
  • Huangzhou Tofu
  • Fried Rice Balls
Travel Tips
  • Guide service available in scenic area (50 yuan/time)
  • Recommended to read "Ode to the Red Cliff" in advance for better experience
  • Strong wind on river surface in the evening, keep warm
02
Lake and City Stroll
Yiai Lake · Ancient City Wall · Dongpo Outer Beach
Trip Highlights

Take a morning stroll along the Yiai Lake greenway, enjoy the lake scenery and morning mist, visit the Huanggang Ancient City Wall ruins in the afternoon, and experience the nightscape blending modern and historical elements at Dongpo Outer Beach in the evening.

Attraction Arrangements
Yiai Lake Park
National AAAA-level scenic area, composed of multiple lakes, with greenways, wetland parks, and cultural attractions built around the lake, named after Su Shi's "Record of the Pavilion of Love Left Behind".
Huanggang Ancient City Wall
Originally built in the Song Dynasty, existing city wall ruins from the Ming and Qing periods, preserving structures like city gates and horse faces, witnessing the historical changes of Huangzhou Ancient City.
Dongpo Outer Beach
A district integrating culture, commerce, and leisure, with architectural styles blending Song Dynasty elements, bright lights at night, showcasing Huangzhou's modern vitality.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • Take bus No.5 or No.8 to Yiai Lake scenic area
  • 20 yuan/hour for cycling around the lake
  • Recommended to walk in the ancient city wall area
Ticket Information
  • Yiai Lake Park: Free
  • Ancient City Wall: Free
  • Yiai Lake Boat: 30 yuan/person
Travel Tips
  • Complete walk around the lake about 10km, can visit in sections
  • More willow catkins by the lake in spring, take precautions
  • Outer beach night lighting turns on at 19:00
03
Cultural Exploration
Li Siguang Memorial Hall · Anguo Temple · Return Trip
Trip Highlights

Visit Li Siguang Memorial Hall in the morning to learn about geological science achievements, explore the thousand-year-old ancient temple Anguo Temple in the afternoon to experience Zen culture, and purchase Huangzhou specialties to end the journey.

Attraction Arrangements
Li Siguang Memorial Hall
Special memorial hall commemorating the famous geologist Li Siguang, displaying his life deeds and scientific contributions, featuring interactive geological science popularization exhibition areas.
Anguo Temple
Ancient temple originally built in the Tang Dynasty, historically renovated multiple times, existing buildings include Mahavira Hall, Guanyin Hall, etc., an important Buddhist activity site in Huanggang.
Huangzhou Museum
Comprehensive museum displaying the historical culture of the Huangzhou area, with collections of precious artifacts from the Neolithic Age to the Ming and Qing periods.
Practical Information
Experience Projects
  • Geological Science Popularization Interactive Experience
  • Anguo Temple Sutra Copying Activity
  • Museum Research and Study Explanations
  • Intangible Cultural Heritage Handicraft Making Experience
Specialty Recommendations
  • Huangzhou Radish (vacuum packed)
  • Dongpo Cake
  • Huanggang Roasted Nuts
  • Qichun Mugwort Products
Return Trip Guide
  • About 15 minutes drive from Huanggang East Station
  • Specialties can be purchased at Huangshang Shopping Center
  • Last bus departs from downtown at 18:00

Must-Try Foods in Huangzhou District

Huangzhou Dongpo Pork

A famous dish created by Su Shi in Huangzhou, made with pork belly slowly stewed, bright red in color, fat but not greasy, with rich aroma.

Huangzhou Radish

National geographical indication product, famous for its crispy texture, juicy and sweet taste, can be eaten raw or cooked, praised as "Huangzhou radish surpasses snow pear".

Huangzhou Fried Rice Balls

Huangzhou specialty snack, boiled rice balls deep-fried, crispy outside and soft inside, sweet but not too sweet, often eaten dipped in white sugar.

Huangzhou Shaomei

Traditional pastry shaped like plum blossoms, filled with glutinous rice and minced meat, thin skin with ample filling, shiny when steamed, with fresh and fragrant taste.

Huangzhou District Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • Spring (March-May): Yiai Lake flowers bloom, pleasant climate
  • Autumn (September-November): Clear sky, suitable for outdoor activities
  • Winter (December-February): Can experience Huangzhou preserved meat and other New Year festival foods
Must-Try Foods
  • Huangzhou Dongpo Pork
  • Huangzhou Radish Stewed Pork Rib Soup
  • Fried Rice Balls
  • Huangzhou Shaomei
  • Tofu Meatballs
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: About 80 yuan
  • Accommodation: 120-260 yuan/night
  • Dining: 60-100 yuan/day
  • Transportation: About 80 yuan
  • Total: 600-1000 yuan
Frequently Asked Questions
  • Difference between Dongpo Chibi and Three Kingdoms Chibi? → Huangzhou Chibi is the literary Chibi, famous for Su Shi's works
  • Best tasting period for Huangzhou radish? → Best taste after winter frost
  • Which area of Yiai Lake is best for photography? → Lingao Spring Dawn and Shuiyun Hefeng scenic spots
  • Transportation from Huangzhou to Wuhan? → 25 minutes by high-speed rail to Wuhan Station

Explore Tourism in Various Districts and Counties of Huanggang City

Huangzhou District
Tuanfeng County
Hong'an County
Macheng City
Luotian County
Yingshan County
Xishui County
Qichun County
Wuxue City
Huangmei County