Zhangwan District Tourism

Zhangwan District, Shiyan, Hubei — the core area of China's Automobile City, integrating industrial legends, landscape gardens and ancient town customs. A 2-day 1-night in-depth tour including industrial exploration, ecological leisure and cultural experience.

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Core Tourist Scenic Spots
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4A-Class Scenic Areas
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Characteristic Catering & Homestays
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Natural Scenic Areas
Scenery of Sifang Mountain Botanical Garden in Zhangwan District, Shiyan
Sifang Mountain Botanical Garden - the Green Lung of Shiyan City
Covering an area of over 800 mu, it is a comprehensive botanical garden integrating viewing, scientific research and leisure, with 12 specialized botanical gardens. It is a popular destination for citizens and tourists to get close to nature, with blooming flowers in spring and colorful forests in autumn.

2-Day 1-Night Industrial Ecological Tour in Zhangwan District

Explore Dongfeng to see the industrial legend, visit Sifang Mountain to admire garden scenery, stroll around Huanglong Ancient Town to taste Han River customs, and stay in suburban homestays to experience the landscape life

Trip Duration
2 Days 1 Night
Main Destinations
Sifang Mountain Botanical Garden, Dongfeng Automobile Industry Tourism Zone, Huanglong Ancient Town, Huanglong Beach National Wetland Park, Xigou Township Ecological Tourism Zone
Suitable for
Industrial Enthusiasts, Family with Kids, Nature Explorers, Cultural Experience Seekers
Per Capita Budget
¥400-¥700
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Industry & Ecology
Dongfeng Automobile Industry Tourism Zone · Sifang Mountain Botanical Garden · Shiyan Museum
Itinerary Highlights

Explore the Dongfeng Automobile production line in the morning and experience the industrial legend; taste the characteristic food of the Automobile City at noon; visit Sifang Mountain Botanical Garden to admire seasonal flowers in the afternoon, and visit Shiyan Museum to learn about regional history in the evening.

Attraction Arrangement
Dongfeng Automobile Industry Tourism Zone
A national 4A-class scenic area, an industrial tourism resort built relying on Dongfeng Motor Group. You can visit the automobile production line and automobile museum, understand the development history of China's automobile industry from scratch, and experience automobile culture.
Sifang Mountain Botanical Garden
3 kilometers away from the city center, it has 12 specialized gardens such as Peony Garden, Chinese Herbaceous Peony Garden and Sweet Osmanthus Garden. The garden is equipped with observation towers, zip lines and other facilities, and is an urban park integrating scientific research, popular science and sightseeing.
Shiyan Museum
Located in Zhangwan District, it has a collection of more than 100,000 cultural relics, with exhibition halls such as "Wudang Culture" and "Automobile Industry", systematically displaying the historical culture, natural ecology and industrial development of Shiyan area.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Urban Star-rated Hotels
  • Homestays around Sifang Mountain
  • Characteristic Apartments on Checheng Road
Food Recommendations
  • Zhangwan Sour Soymilk Noodles
  • Shiyan Spicy Soup
  • Automobile City Pork Big Bone Soup
  • Homemade Tofu Casserole
Travel Tips
  • Advance online reservation is required for Dongfeng Industrial Tourism Zone
  • Sifang Mountain is large, it is recommended to take a sightseeing bus
  • The museum is open for free with ID card required
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Ancient Town & Wetland
Huanglong Ancient Town · Huanglong Beach National Wetland Park · Xigou Township Ecological Tourism Zone
Itinerary Highlights

Stroll around Huanglong Ancient Town in the morning to experience Han River wharf culture; taste Huanglong Big Head Fish at noon; visit Huanglong Beach Wetland to watch birds and enjoy scenery in the afternoon, and experience rural scenery and farm fun in Xigou Township in the evening.

Attraction Arrangement
Huanglong Ancient Town
Founded in the late Ming and early Qing dynasties, it prospered because of Huanglong Beach, a tributary of the Han River. It retains historical buildings such as ancient streets, ancient wharves and former commercial firm sites, preserving the architectural style of the Ming and Qing dynasties, and is one of the most complete ancient towns remaining in Shiyan.
Huanglong Beach National Wetland Park
Built relying on Huanglong Beach Reservoir, with a total area of 864.7 hectares and a wetland rate of 85%. It is a natural paradise for bird watching, photography and leisure, inhabited by more than 30 species of water birds such as egrets and grey cranes.
Xigou Township Ecological Tourism Zone
Featured as "Landscape Xigou · Health Resort", it has scenic spots such as Moon Lake Villa and Changpingtang Waterfall. Activities such as fishing, picking and farm experience can be carried out, making it a good place for suburban leisure and vacation.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • Take Bus No.5 from urban area to Huanglong Ancient Town directly
  • Huanglong Beach Wetland is 2 kilometers from the ancient town, accessible on foot
  • Self-driving or chartered car is recommended for Xigou Township (about 30 minutes' drive)
Ticket Information
  • Dongfeng Automobile Industry Tourism Zone: ¥80
  • Sifang Mountain Botanical Garden: Free (Some items charge fees)
  • Huanglong Beach Wetland: ¥30
  • Ancient Town & Xigou Township: Free
Travel Tips
  • Huanglong Ancient Town has few people in the early morning, suitable for taking photos
  • Binoculars are recommended for bird watching in the wetland
  • Advance reservation is required for farm dishes in Xigou Township

Must-Try Cuisine in Zhangwan District

Huanglong Big Head Fish

A specialty of Huanglong Town in Zhangwan District, it is a freshwater fish from Huanglong Beach Reservoir with tender meat. It is mainly steamed or braised in brown sauce, with delicious soup, and is a must-have delicacy at local banquets.

Zhangwan Sour Soymilk Noodles

An improved version of sour soymilk noodles in Zhangwan, with fermented sour soymilk as soup, paired with local chili and bean sprouts, the sour taste is more mellow, and it is a favorite fast food for workers in the Automobile City.

Automobile City Pork Big Bone Soup

Popular for supplementing energy for manual workers, it uses pork tube bones stewed slowly for 3 hours, with crispy and tender meat and rich soup. It is nutritious when paired with corn, radish and other ingredients.

Xigou Farmhouse Cured Meat

Cured meat made by traditional techniques in Xigou Township, using local pork, smoked and dried in the sun. It has a unique rural flavor whether stir-fried or steamed.

Zhangwan District Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • Spring (March-April): Peonies are in full bloom in Sifang Mountain, suitable for flower viewing
  • Summer (June-August): Summer resort in Huanglong Beach Wetland, suitable for bird watching
  • Autumn (October-November): The ancient town has picturesque autumn scenery, suitable for photography
Must-Try Food
  • Huanglong Big Head Fish
  • Zhangwan Sour Soymilk Noodles
  • Automobile City Pork Big Bone Soup
  • Xigou Farmhouse Cured Meat
  • Shiyan Spicy Soup
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: About ¥150 (Industrial Tourism Zone + Wetland, etc.)
  • Accommodation: ¥120-260 per night
  • Catering: ¥70-100 per day
  • Transportation: About ¥60 (Including urban to township)
  • Total: ¥400-700
Frequently Asked Questions
  • Can I see the real production line in Dongfeng Industrial Tourism Zone? → Some workshops are open for visit, safety regulations must be followed
  • Is there accommodation in Huanglong Ancient Town? → There are a small number of characteristic homestays, it is recommended to return to urban area for accommodation
  • Can I camp in Sifang Mountain? → Camping is allowed in designated areas, advance application is required
  • Is picking in Xigou Township seasonal? → Yes, strawberry picking in spring, peach picking in summer, kiwi picking in autumn

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