Jingzhou District Travel
Jingzhou District, Jingzhou City, Hubei Province — the core area of the national historical and cultural city, one of the birthplaces of Chu culture, and the location of the ancient battlefield of the Three Kingdoms. It integrates ancient city walls, historical relics, and folk culture. The 2-day & 1-night in-depth tour includes ancient city exploration, cultural tracing, and food experience.
2-Day & 1-Night Three Kingdoms Culture Tour in Jingzhou District
Climb the ancient city wall to enjoy the scenic view of the Jingjiang River, visit the former residence of celebrities to explore the historical context, stroll around Guan Yu Temple to recall the historical events of the Three Kingdoms, and taste Jingzhou's food to experience the flavor of the Jianghan region
In the morning, climb the Jingzhou Ancient City Wall and stroll around Binyang Tower to overlook the urban scenery. Enjoy Jingzhou's characteristic food at noon. In the afternoon, visit Zhang Juzheng's Former Residence and Guan Yu Temple to experience the historical and cultural heritage. Admire the night view under the ancient city wall in the evening.
- Characteristic Homestays near the Ancient City Wall
- Jingzhou Hotel
- Jingwei International Hotel
- Jingzhou Fish Cake
- Morning Hall Noodles (Zao Tang Mian)
- Ding Gao (Steamed Rice Cake)
- Glutinous Rice with Soybeans (Yuan Dou Pao Nuo Mi)
- Gong'an Beef
- You can rent a bike to tour the ancient city wall, the rent is about 30 yuan/hour
- It is recommended to enter the ancient city wall scenic area from Binyang Tower
- The photo effect is best when the ancient city wall lights up in the evening
In the morning, visit Jingzhou Museum to appreciate precious cultural relics. Have meals near the museum at noon. In the afternoon, visit Zhanghua Temple and Xuanmiao Temple to experience the charm of religious culture. End the trip and return in the evening.
- City buses No.1 and No.19 can reach the museum
- Zhanghua Temple can be reached by bus No.25
- The taxi fare between attractions is about 10-15 yuan
- Jingzhou Museum: Free (Reservation Required)
- Zhanghua Temple: 10 yuan
- Guan Yu Temple: 20 yuan
- Binyang Tower of the Ancient City Wall: 35 yuan
- It is recommended to hire a commentator for the museum (50 yuan/time)
- Please abide by the no-photography rules in the restricted areas of Zhanghua Temple
- For the return trip, you can take the high-speed rail from Jingzhou Station, which is about 8 kilometers away from the urban area
Must-Try Food in Jingzhou District
Jingzhou Fish Cake
Jingzhou's traditional famous dish, mainly made of fresh fish surimi, steamed with egg white, pork, etc. It has a delicate and tender taste and a delicious flavor, and is a must-have dish for Jingzhou banquets.
Morning Hall Noodles (Zao Tang Mian)
Jingzhou's characteristic breakfast, made with thick soup boiled from pork bones, chicken bones, etc., served with alkaline noodles, beef slices, eel shreds, etc. It has a mellow taste and is the first choice for Jingzhou people's breakfast.
Ding Gao (Steamed Rice Cake)
Jingzhou's traditional snack, made of glutinous rice flour and brown sugar, steamed in a special small steamer. It has a soft taste, sweet but not greasy, and is commonly sold on the streets and lanes.
Glutinous Rice with Soybeans (Yuan Dou Pao Nuo Mi)
Jingzhou's classic breakfast, made by boiling soaked soybeans until soft, adding glutinous rice, sesame paste, chopped green onions, etc. for seasoning. It is soft and glutinous, rich in aroma, and has a strong local characteristic.
- Spring (March-May): Mild climate, suitable for strolling in the ancient city
- Autumn (September-November): Clear and crisp weather, comfortable for sightseeing
- Avoid the heavy rain period in summer to prevent affecting the tour of the ancient city wall
- Jingzhou Fish Cake
- Morning Hall Noodles (Zao Tang Mian)
- Ding Gao (Steamed Rice Cake)
- Glutinous Rice with Soybeans (Yuan Dou Pao Nuo Mi)
- Gong'an Beef Hot Pot
- Tickets: About 80 yuan (Ancient City Wall + Guan Yu Temple + Zhanghua Temple)
- Accommodation: 150-300 yuan/night
- Catering: 80-120 yuan/day
- Transportation: About 50 yuan
- Total: 600-1000 yuan
- Do I need to make a reservation for Jingzhou Museum? → Yes, make a reservation in advance on the official public account, free of charge
- Can I walk the entire ancient city wall? → The whole journey is 11 kilometers, it is recommended to combine walking and cycling
- How to get from Jingzhou Station to the ancient city wall? → Take bus No.15 directly, about 40 minutes
- What are the recommended attractions related to the Three Kingdoms culture? → Guan Yu Temple, Three Kingdoms Park, Desheng Street