Taoyuan County Tourism, Changde City, Hunan Province

Taoyuan County, Changde, Hunan - the prototype of Tao Yuanming's "Peach Blossom Land", integrates fairyland culture, landscape scenery and folk customs. It has characteristic scenic spots such as Peach Blossom Land, Yiwang Stream and Xingde Mountain. Experience the beauty of "fairyland outside the world + landscape gallery + Taoist holy land" in one day.

4442
square kilometers of regional area
950,000+
permanent population
157
square kilometers of Peach Blossom Land Scenic Area
1500
types of peach blossom varieties
Scenery of Peach Blossom Land Scenic Area in Taoyuan County, Changde
Peach Blossom Land Scenic Area - The Fairyland Business Card of Taoyuan County
The prototype of Tao Yuanming's "Peach Blossom Land", a national 5A-level tourist scenic area. With Qin Stream, Qin Valley, Peach Blossom Mountain, Taoyuan Mountain, Wuliu Lake and other core scenic spots, it recreates the ideal realm of the Peach Blossom Land

One-Day Fairyland Culture Tour in Taoyuan County

Seeking dreams in Peach Blossom Land, boating on streams, Taoist pilgrimage, exploring ancient towns

Tour Duration
1 Day
Main Destinations
Peach Blossom Land, Yiwang Stream, Xingde Mountain, Wuyunjie Nature Reserve, Cha'anpu Ancient Town
Suitable for
Culture lovers, natural landscape lovers, photography enthusiasts, Taoist culture seekers
Per Capita Budget
¥150-¥400
All Day
Fairyland Culture Experience Tour in Taoyuan County
Peach Blossom Land · Yiwang Stream · Xingde Mountain · Cha'anpu Ancient Town
Tour Highlights

Visit Peach Blossom Land Scenic Area in the morning to experience the artistic conception of the Peach Blossom Land, take a boat tour on Yiwang Stream to admire the landscape gallery; climb Xingde Mountain in the afternoon to visit the Taoist holy land, and visit Wuyunjie to experience the primitive ecology; stroll around Cha'anpu Ancient Town in the evening and taste authentic Taoyuan Leicha.

Attraction Arrangement
Peach Blossom Land Scenic Area
A national 5A-level tourist scenic area and the prototype of Tao Yuanming's "Peach Blossom Land". Covering an area of 157 square kilometers, the scenic area takes Qin Stream, Qin Valley, Peach Blossom Mountain, Taoyuan Mountain and Wuliu Lake as its core attractions, recreating the artistic conception of the "Peach Blossom Land" with "lush grass and colorful falling flowers", and is a real carrier of hermit culture and pastoral poetry.
Yiwang Stream
A tributary of the Yuanjiang River, named because the stream water is clear to the bottom and pebbles can be seen at the bottom. The stream winds between the mountains, with steep peaks and dense vegetation on both banks, known as "Little Guilin". You can take a bamboo raft drift to enjoy the natural scenery like a landscape gallery and experience the artistic conception of "boating on the blue waves, people swimming in the painting".
Xingde Mountain
A famous Taoist mountain with a main peak of 844 meters above sea level, named because the mountain range is arranged like the Big Dipper. There are Taoist temple groups built in the late Ming and early Qing dynasties on the mountain, including Xingzi Palace, Yuhuang Pavilion, Sanqing Hall and other buildings, which are well preserved and are important Taoist activity venues and pilgrimage sites in northwestern Hunan.
Wuyunjie Nature Reserve
A national nature reserve covering an area of 338 square kilometers with a forest coverage rate of 96%. The reserve is rich in animal and plant resources, including rare species such as clouded leopards and Chinese mergansers. It is an important base for biodiversity conservation and an ideal place for eco-tourism and popular science education.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • There is a tourist special line from Taoyuan County to Peach Blossom Land Scenic Area
  • Self-driving or chartered car is recommended from Peach Blossom Land to Yiwang Stream
  • There are township buses from Yiwang Stream to Xingde Mountain
  • Cha'anpu Ancient Town is within walking distance from the county seat
Ticket Information
  • Peach Blossom Land Scenic Area: ¥128 per person
  • Yiwang Stream: ¥80 per person (including boat ticket)
  • Xingde Mountain: Free
  • Wuyunjie Nature Reserve: Free
  • Cha'anpu Ancient Town: Free
Food Recommendations
  • Taoyuan Leicha
  • Peach Blossom Land Bozicai (Clay Pot Dishes)
  • Yiwang Stream Wild Fish
  • Xingde Mountain Bamboo Shoots

Must-Try Foods in Taoyuan County

Taoyuan Leicha

A traditional characteristic drink of Taoyuan County, made by pounding tea leaves, sesame, peanuts, ginger and other raw materials into a paste in a pounding bowl, then pouring boiling water and mixing well. It has a rich aroma and taste, with the effects of relieving summer heat and quenching thirst, invigorating the spleen and nourishing the stomach, and is a necessary drink for locals to entertain guests.

Peach Blossom Land Bozicai (Clay Pot Dishes)

A characteristic cooking method of Taoyuan County, where various ingredients are put into clay pots and stewed slowly over low heat. The dishes retain the original flavor and have a rich aroma, especially Bozicai Fish and Bozicai Chicken are the most famous, reflecting the unique charm of the local food culture.

Yiwang Stream Wild Fish

Using wild fish from Yiwang Stream, the meat is fresh and tender without earthy smell. It can be steamed, braised in soy sauce or made into soup, which best reflects the original flavor of the fish. Cooked with local characteristic seasonings, it is extremely delicious and is a signature dish of farmhouses around Yiwang Stream.

Xingde Mountain Bamboo Shoots

A specialty of Xingde Mountain, the fresh bamboo shoots picked in spring are particularly tender because they grow on the famous Taoist mountain and are nourished by clouds and mist. They can be stir-fried, stewed or cold mixed, and taste best when stir-fried with cured pork, reflecting the natural deliciousness of mountain ingredients.

Taoyuan County Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • Spring (March-April): Peach blossoms are in full bloom, the best viewing period for Peach Blossom Land
  • Summer (May-August): The best season for Yiwang Stream rafting, cool and pleasant
  • Autumn (September-November): Clear sky and mild weather, suitable for mountain climbing and sightseeing
  • Winter (December-February): Experience Taoyuan Leicha and feel the folk customs of the New Year
Must-Experience Activities
  • Reciting "Peach Blossom Land" experience in Peach Blossom Land
  • Yiwang Stream bamboo raft drift to admire the landscape gallery
  • Visiting Taoist culture in Xingde Mountain
  • Hiking in Wuyunjie primeval forest
  • Tasting authentic Leicha in Cha'anpu Ancient Town
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: ¥200-250 (main expenses are Peach Blossom Land and Yiwang Stream)
  • Catering: ¥60-100 (including special dishes and Leicha)
  • Transportation: ¥50-80 (self-driving or chartered car is recommended)
  • Shopping: ¥40-70 (specialties and souvenirs)
  • Total: ¥150-400
Frequently Asked Questions
  • Is there a discount for reciting "Peach Blossom Land" in Peach Blossom Land? → Full text recitation can enjoy ticket discount
  • Is Yiwang Stream rafting safe? → Professional lifeguards are on duty, life jackets must be worn
  • How long does it take to climb Xingde Mountain? → It takes about 3-4 hours to climb up and down
  • Transportation from Taoyuan County to Changde urban area? → There are buses and highways, the drive takes about 1 hour