Changde City Travel

Hunan Changde - A city within the Peach Blossom Land, famous for the Peach Blossom Land, Liuye Lake, Changde Poetry Wall, and other scenic spots. It is a historical and cultural city integrating landscape scenery, poetic culture, and prehistoric sites, and is the prototype location of Tao Yuanming's "The Peach Blossom Spring".

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Origin of Peach Blossom Land Culture
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Number of 5A-level Scenic Areas
21
Square Kilometers Area of Liuye Lake
5.2M+
Permanent Resident Population

Changde City Three-Day, Two-Night Peach Blossom Land Cultural Journey

Seek the Peach Blossom Land, Enjoy the urban lake, Admire the thousand-meter Poetry Wall, Explore the prehistoric civilization

Trip Duration
3 Days 2 Nights
Main Destinations
Peach Blossom Land, Liuye Lake, Changde Poetry Wall, Chengtoushan Site
Suitable For
Culture enthusiasts, Natural landscape lovers, History buffs, Poetry enthusiasts
Per Capita Budget
¥1000-¥2200
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Dreaming in the Peach Garden
Peach Blossom Land and Liuye Lake Landscape and Culture Tour
Trip Highlights

Visit the Peach Blossom Land scenic area in the morning to experience the idyllic world; go to Liuye Lake in the afternoon to enjoy the lake and mountain scenery; stroll along Changde River Street in the evening to taste local delicacies.

Attraction Arrangement
Peach Blossom Land
The prototype location of Tao Yuanming's "The Peach Blossom Spring", a National 5A-level tourist attraction, featuring landscape pastoral scenery, Qin and Chu culture, and reclusive culture. The scenic area includes Qinxi, Qingu, Peach Blossom Mountain, Peach Garden Mountain, Wuliu Lake, and other attractions.
Liuye Lake
City icon of Changde, known as "China's No.1 Urban Lake", with a water surface area of 21.8 square kilometers, winding lakeshore, and facilities like a marathon track, sandy beach park, and Sima Tower built around the lake. It is a leisure and vacation resort.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendation
  • Resort hotels around Liuye Lake
  • B&B in Peach Blossom Land Scenic Area
  • Business hotels in downtown Changde
Food Recommendation
  • Changde Rice Noodles
  • Shimen Pork Intestines
  • Jinshi Beef Noodles
  • Braised Duck in Soy Sauce
Travel Tips
  • The Peach Blossom Land scenic area is large, it is recommended to take a sightseeing car
  • Bicycles can be rented for a tour around Liuye Lake
  • The best viewing period is when peach blossoms bloom in spring
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Poetic and Picturesque Changde
Poetry Culture and Urban Leisure Tour
Trip Highlights

Visit Changde Poetry Wall in the morning to appreciate the art of poetry and calligraphy; explore Baimahu Cultural Park in the afternoon; experience Changde's night view and night market culture in the evening.

Attraction Arrangement
Changde Poetry Wall
Recognized by Guinness World Records as the "World's Longest Poetry Stone Carving Wall", with a total length of 6 kilometers. Using the Yuan River flood control wall as a carrier, it is engraved with 1530 Chinese and foreign poems, written by many famous calligraphers, and is known as the "Great Wall of Poetry".
Baimahu Cultural Park
A comprehensive cultural park in Changde City, centered around Baimahu Lake, featuring facilities such as a cultural square, musical fountain, sculpture garden, and parent-child park. It is an important place for citizens' leisure and entertainment.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • Multiple bus lines in the city can reach Changde Poetry Wall
  • About 15 minutes walk from Poetry Wall to Baimahu Park
  • Recommended to view the Poetry Wall night scenery in the evening
Ticket Information
  • Free admission to Changde Poetry Wall
  • Free admission to Baimahu Park
  • Musical fountain show opens at specific times
Cultural Tips
  • It is recommended to hire a tour guide for the Poetry Wall
  • Can participate in poetry recitation activities
  • Learn about the historical and cultural background of Changde
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Tracing Civilization Origins
Prehistoric Sites and Natural Scenery Tour
Trip Highlights

Go to Lixian County in the morning to visit the Chengtoushan Site and learn about prehistoric civilization; visit Huping Mountain or Yiwang Creek in the afternoon; conclude the Changde cultural tour in the evening.

Attraction Arrangement
Chengtoushan Site
The earliest (about 6,000 years ago), most complete, and richest ancient city site discovered in China to date. The world's earliest paddy fields were discovered here. It is known as the "Ancestor of Chinese Cities, Origin of World Rice".
Huping Mountain
The roof of Hunan, with a main peak altitude of 2098.7 meters, is the highest peak in Hunan. It has a complete secondary virgin forest and rich biodiversity. It is a national nature reserve and is known as a natural maze on the "Earth's strange circle".
Practical Information
Return Trip Suggestions
  • About 1 hour from Chengtoushan to Changde city center
  • About 1 hour by high-speed train from Changde to Changsha
  • It is recommended to depart before 4 PM
Specialty Recommendations
  • Changde Braised Duck in Soy Sauce
  • Taoyuan Tea
  • Shimen Orange
  • Lixian Grape
Trip Summary
  • Experience the charm of Peach Blossom Land culture
  • Experience the edification of poetry and art
  • Understand the origins of Chinese civilization

Must-Try Cuisine in Changde City

Changde Rice Noodles

The most representative food in Changde. The rice noodles are tender, smooth, and slippery, the broth is delicious, and the toppings are rich. Beef noodles are the most famous. It is the first choice for breakfast for the people of Changde.

Shimen Pork Intestines

A specialty dish of Changde, made with fresh pig intestines, carefully cooked with a variety of spices. It is fatty but not greasy, spicy and delicious, and is a must-have dish for local banquets.

Changde Braised Duck in Soy Sauce

A traditional famous product of Changde, made with high-quality ducks, soaked in more than thirty kinds of precious Chinese medicinal herbs, and carefully roasted with more than ten kinds of spices. It has a deep red color, crispy and fragrant skin and meat, and a rich sauce aroma.

Taoyuan Pounded Tea

A traditional beverage in the Taoyuan area, made by pounding raw materials such as tea leaves, sesame seeds, and peanuts in a mortar, then mixing with boiling water. It has a rich aroma and health benefits.

Changde City Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • March-April: Peach blossoms bloom, the best viewing period for Peach Blossom Land
  • September-October: Pleasant autumn weather, suitable for mountain climbing and lake tours
  • April-May: Shimen orange blossoms bloom, with a captivating fragrance
  • Avoid the rainy season in June-July and the summer heat
Must-Experience Activities
  • Peach Blossom Land: Recite "The Peach Blossom Spring" experience
  • Liuye Lake: Cycling around the lake
  • Changde Poetry Wall: Appreciate poetry
  • Chengtoushan Site: Learn about prehistoric civilization
  • Taste authentic Changde rice noodles
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: Approximately ¥200-¥400
  • Accommodation: ¥180-¥400/night
  • Food: ¥70-¥120/day
  • Transportation: ¥80-¥150
  • Total: ¥1000-¥2200
Frequently Asked Questions
  • What are the requirements for reciting "The Peach Blossom Spring" at Peach Blossom Land? → Recite the full text, advance reservation required
  • Can you swim in Liuye Lake? → Swimming allowed in designated areas, pay attention to safety
  • How long is needed to visit Chengtoushan Site? → Recommended 2-3 hours
  • Is transportation convenient from Changde to Changsha? → High-speed train takes about 1 hour, very convenient