Changning City, Hengyang, Hunan — a pearl in southern Hunan, integrating stone carving art, ecological scenery and red culture. It has distinctive scenic spots such as China Seal Mountain, Tiantang Mountain National Forest Park and Xijiang Rafting. Experience the diverse customs of "epic on stones + forest sea in the clouds + exciting rafting" in 2 days.
Appreciate seal art at Yinshan Mountain, recall history at the Red Memorial Hall, enjoy the scenery at Tianhu Lake, and raft on Xijiang River
Explore China Seal Mountain in the morning to appreciate the charm of seal cutting art in the cliff carvings; visit Shuikoushan Workers' Movement Memorial Hall in the afternoon to review the magnificent history of the workers' movement.
Climb Tiantang Mountain National Forest Park in the morning to feel the beauty of nature in the cloud forest; experience the excitement of Xijiang Rafting in the afternoon, then visit Peiyuan Pagoda to experience the style of the ancient pagoda.
A specialty drink of Changning City and a national geographical indication product of China. It is pressed from local camellia seeds through traditional craftsmanship. The tea soup is clear and mellow, rich in unsaturated fatty acids, and can be drunk hot or with rice flowers, peanuts, etc. It is a high-quality product for entertaining guests locally, known as "Oriental Olive Oil".
A specialty of Changning City, named for its tender meat and no fiber residue. It can be stir-fried fresh, pickled or made into ginger candy. Among them, "Ginger Fried Pork" is a classic recipe, with strong ginger flavor, slightly spicy and appetizing, and has therapeutic effects, which is an iconic ingredient in Changning's diet.
A traditional breakfast in Changning City, made from local rice through stone grinding technology. The rice noodles are delicate and smooth, served with pork bone soup, beef topping or three fresh toppings, with delicious soup. Among them, "Banqiao Rice Noodles" is the most famous, which is a daily home-style food for local people.
Traditional cured meat of Tashan Yao Ethnic Township, selected local native pork, cured and then smoked with pine firewood. The bacon is bright red, fat but not greasy, with rich aroma, and can be steamed, stir-fried or stewed. It is a necessary dish for Yao Ethnic festivals and entertaining guests, reflecting the dietary culture of the Yao people.