Guidong County Travel, Chenzhou City, Hunan Province

Guidong County, Chenzhou City, Hunan Province — the highest county in Hunan by altitude, a paradise for summer resort and health preservation, integrating alpine ecology, sea of clouds wonders and red culture. It has characteristic scenic spots such as Bamian Mountain, Qiyun Peak and Qing'e Mountain. Experience the unique charm of "Alpine Summer Resort + Sea of Clouds Wonderland + Red Heritage" in one day.

1452
square kilometers of regional area
230,000+
permanent population
2042
meters of maximum altitude
800
meters of average altitude
Bamian Mountain Sea of Clouds in Guidong County
Bamian Mountain Sea of Clouds - Alpine Wonderland in Guidong County
Bamian Mountain is the highest peak in Guidong County, with an altitude of 2042 meters. It is surrounded by clouds and mist all year round, and the sea of clouds wonder is magnificent. The climate is cool in summer, making it a famous summer resort and photography paradise in southern Hunan.

One-Day Alpine Summer Resort Tour in Guidong County

Alpine scenery viewing, sea of clouds sightseeing, red culture tracing, riverside walking

Tour Duration
1 Day
Main Destinations
Bamian Mountain, Qiyun Peak, Qing'e Mountain, First Military Regulations Square, Ou River Scenic Belt
Suitable Crowd
Summer resort tourists, mountaineering enthusiasts, photography enthusiasts, red culture seekers
Per Capita Budget
¥110-¥320
All Day
Alpine Summer Resort Experience Tour in Guidong County
Bamian Mountain · Qiyun Peak · Qing'e Mountain · First Military Regulations Square
Tour Highlights

In the morning, climb Bamian Mountain to watch the sea of clouds wonder and visit Qiyun Peak to experience alpine coolness; in the afternoon, tour Qing'e Mountain to trace red footprints and visit the First Military Regulations Square to learn about revolutionary history; in the evening, walk along the Ou River Scenic Belt to experience the night view of the mountain city.

Attraction Arrangement
Bamian Mountain
The highest peak in Guidong County, with an altitude of 2042 meters, belonging to the branch of Luoxiao Mountains. The mountain peaks are steep and surrounded by clouds and mist all year round. The average temperature in summer is only 22℃, making it a famous summer resort in southern Hunan. There are alpine azaleas, sea of clouds viewing platforms, mountaineering trails and other landscapes on the mountain. Climbing to the top, you can overlook the scenery of Hunan and Jiangxi provinces.
Qiyun Peak
A national forest park with the main peak at an altitude of 1860 meters, famous for its peculiar Danxia landform and spectacular sea of clouds. The top of the peak is flat like a platform, surrounded by steep cliffs, known as the "Qiyun Immortal Mountain". The scenic area has dense forests and fresh air, making it an ideal place for mountaineering, fitness and photography creation.
Qing'e Mountain
A red revolutionary memorial site, once an important part of the Hunan-Jiangxi Revolutionary Base Area. There are revolutionary sites, martyrs' monuments, revolutionary history exhibition halls, etc. on the mountain, which is an important place to understand the red history of Guidong and carry out patriotic education.
First Military Regulations Square
A memorial square built to commemorate Mao Zedong's promulgation of the "Three Main Rules of Discipline and Eight Points for Attention" (the First Military Regulations) in Guidong. The square has large sculptures, historical exhibition boards, memorial stone tablets, etc., which is an important place to understand the history of the disciplinary construction of the People's Liberation Army.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • There is a tourist special line from Guidong County to Bamian Mountain
  • Qiyun Peak is near the county seat and can be reached on foot
  • Special time should be arranged for visiting Qing'e Mountain
  • It is recommended to charter a car to visit alpine attractions
Ticket Information
  • Bamian Mountain: ¥60 per person
  • Qiyun Peak: ¥50 per person
  • Qing'e Mountain: Free
  • First Military Regulations Square: Free
  • Ou River Scenic Belt: Free
Food Recommendations
  • Guidong Yellow Glutinous Rice Cake
  • Alpine Wild Vegetables
  • Ou River Fresh Fish
  • Bacon Fried Bamboo Shoots

Must-Try Foods in Guidong County

Guidong Yellow Glutinous Rice Cake

A traditional characteristic food of Guidong, made of glutinous rice and soybeans, with golden color and soft, glutinous and sweet taste. It can be fried or boiled, and can also be added with brown sugar, sesame and other ingredients. It is a favorite daily food and festival food of Guidong people.

Alpine Wild Vegetables

Various wild vegetables picked from the alpine areas of Guidong, such as bracken, bamboo shoots, wild mushrooms, etc. They have delicious taste, rich nutrition and no pollution, reflecting the excellent alpine ecological environment and green food resources of Guidong.

Ou River Fresh Fish

Selected fresh live fish from Ou River, made by traditional cooking methods of Guidong. The fish meat is tender and the soup is delicious, which has the spicy taste of Hunan cuisine and retains the original flavor of the fish, making it an excellent choice to taste river fresh food.

Bacon Fried Bamboo Shoots

A characteristic home-cooked dish of Guidong, cooked with local bacon and alpine bamboo shoots. The bacon is salty and fragrant, and the bamboo shoots are crisp and tender. The combination of the two complements each other, reflecting the dietary characteristics of Guidong mountainous area.

Travel Tips for Guidong County
Best Travel Time
  • Summer (June-August): The best season for summer resort, with cool and pleasant alpine climate
  • Spring (April-May): Azaleas are in full bloom, with the most beautiful scenery
  • Autumn (September-October): Clear sky and light clouds, the best time to watch the sea of clouds
  • Alpine snow scenery can be experienced in winter, but attention should be paid to cold protection
Must-Experience Items
  • Sea of clouds viewing at Bamian Mountain
  • Mountaineering and hiking at Qiyun Peak
  • Red education at Qing'e Mountain
  • Visit the First Military Regulations Square
  • Taste Guidong Yellow Glutinous Rice Cake
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: ¥100-150
  • Catering: ¥50-90 (including characteristic food)
  • Transportation: ¥40-80
  • Shopping: ¥20-50 (specialties and souvenirs)
  • Total: ¥110-320
Frequently Asked Questions
  • How long does it take to climb Bamian Mountain? → It takes about 4-5 hours to go up and down the mountain, and there is a cableway to choose from
  • What is the temperature in Guidong in summer? → The average temperature is 22-26℃, which is an ideal summer resort
  • What red relics are there in Qing'e Mountain? → There are revolutionary sites and martyrs' monuments
  • What is the altitude of Guidong County seat? → More than 800 meters, it is the highest county seat in Hunan by altitude

Explore Travel in Each District and County of Chenzhou City