Huitong County Tourism, Huaihua City, Hunan Province

Huitong County, Huaihua City, Hunan Province — a cultural pearl on the border of Hunan and Guizhou, integrating ancient village architecture, red culture, and natural ecology. It boasts characteristic scenic spots such as Gaoyi Ancient Village, Su Yu's Former Residence, and Yingzuijie Nature Reserve. Experience the diverse customs of "Ancient Village Legacy + Red Imprint + Ecological Secret Land" in one day.

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square kilometers of regional area
320,000+
permanent population
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China's Famous Historical and Cultural Village (Gaoyi Ancient Village)
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National Nature Reserve (Yingzuijie)
Gaoyi Ancient Village Landscape in Huitong County
Gaoyi Ancient Village - A Treasure of Ming and Qing Architecture in Huitong County
Gaoyi Ancient Village is a national famous historical and cultural village, preserving 104 ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties. Named for its terrain resembling a grand master's chair, the village has an exquisite layout and superb architectural craftsmanship, known as the "living fossil of ancient residential architecture in the south of the Yangtze River".

One-Day Ancient Village & Red Culture Tour in Huitong County

Explore ancient villages, trace red culture, and enjoy ecological scenery

Tour Duration
1 Day
Main Destinations
Gaoyi Ancient Village, Su Yu's Former Residence, Yingzuijie Nature Reserve, Qushui River Scenic Belt, Huitong County Museum
Suitable for
Ancient village lovers, red culture enthusiasts, nature lovers, photography enthusiasts
Per Capita Budget
¥50-¥140
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Ancient Village Culture & Red Ecology Tour
Gaoyi Ancient Village · Su Yu's Former Residence · Yingzuijie
Tour Highlights

Visit Gaoyi Ancient Village in the morning to experience the charm of Ming and Qing architecture; pay homage to Su Yu's Former Residence and visit Yingzuijie Nature Reserve in the afternoon; stroll along the Qushui River Scenic Belt and visit Huitong County Museum in the evening.

Attraction Arrangement
Gaoyi Ancient Village
A national famous historical and cultural village, first built in the Hongwu period of the Ming Dynasty, named for its terrain resembling a grand master's chair. The village preserves 104 ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties, including 5 Ming Dynasty buildings and 99 Qing Dynasty buildings. Nestled against mountains and rivers, the village has an exquisite layout, and the buildings integrate Dong ethnic architectural characteristics and Han courtyard styles, with exquisite wood carving, stone carving, and brick carving craftsmanship, known as the "living fossil of ancient residential architecture in the south of the Yangtze River".
Su Yu's Former Residence
The former residence of General Su Yu, a founding general of the People's Republic of China, is a wooden residential building from the Qing Dynasty, covering an area of about 450 square meters. The former residence displays General Su Yu's life story, historical photos, and cultural relics, showing his revolutionary career and military talents. It is a national patriotic education demonstration base and a cultural relic protection unit in Hunan Province.
Yingzuijie Nature Reserve
A national nature reserve with a total area of 159,000 mu and a forest coverage rate of up to 98%. The reserve is rich in biodiversity, with rare plants such as Taxus chinensis var. mairei and Bretschneidera sinensis, and protected animals such as clouded leopards and giant salamanders. With steep mountains and crisscross streams, it is an ideal place for eco-tourism and popular science education.
Qushui River Scenic Belt
A waterfront landscape belt built along both banks of the Qushui River, with a total length of about 4 kilometers. The river water is clear and the scenery on both banks is beautiful. Equipped with hydrophilic platforms, leisure trails, landscape pavilions and other facilities, it is an ideal place for citizens to walk, exercise and enjoy the scenery, and you can appreciate the winding Qushui River and the pastoral scenery on both banks.
Huitong County Museum
A comprehensive museum displaying the history, culture, folk customs and natural resources of Huitong County, with a rich collection of cultural relics, including Neolithic stone tools, Han Dynasty pottery, and Ming and Qing folk utensils. Through physical exhibits and multimedia displays, it systematically introduces the historical evolution, red culture and ethnic characteristics of Huitong County.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • Take the Huaihua-Huitong special bus from Huaihua urban area to reach the county seat
  • Gaoyi Ancient Village is about 45 kilometers from the county seat, need to transfer to local transportation
  • Yingzuijie Nature Reserve is located in mountainous areas, it is recommended to go by chartered car
  • There are buses connecting major scenic spots in the county seat
Ticket Information
  • Gaoyi Ancient Village: ¥30 per person (half price for students)
  • Su Yu's Former Residence: Free (registration required)
  • Yingzuijie Nature Reserve: Free
  • Qushui River Scenic Belt: Free
  • Huitong County Museum: Free (registration required)
Food Recommendations
  • Huitong Bacon
  • Blood Rice Cake Duck
  • Sour Soup Fish
  • Artemisia Baba
  • Huitong Rice Noodles

Must-Try Foods in Huitong County

Huitong Bacon

A traditional characteristic cured meat in Huitong County, made from local pork, cured and smoked using traditional techniques, with bright red color, firm meat quality and unique smoky flavor. It can be cooked in various ways such as steaming, stir-frying, and stewing, and is a must-have food for local people to entertain distinguished guests and during festivals.

Blood Rice Cake Duck

A characteristic traditional dish in Huitong County, made by mixing duck blood with glutinous rice to make blood rice cakes, cooking them with duck meat, and adding various spices and chili peppers. The duck meat is tender, the blood rice cakes are soft and glutinous, and the taste is spicy and rich, which is a must-have dish for local banquets and festivals.

Sour Soup Fish

A characteristic dish in Huitong County, made with fresh river fish, cooked with locally made sour soup base, and added with tomatoes, chili peppers and other ingredients. The fish meat is tender, and the soup is sour and spicy, appetizing, reflecting the sour and spicy dietary characteristics of western Hunan.

Travel Tips for Huitong County
Best Travel Time
  • Spring (March-May): Yingzuijie is full of blooming flowers and beautiful scenery
  • Autumn (September-November): Cool weather, comfortable for visiting ancient villages
  • Summer (June-August): Yingzuijie is an ideal place for summer escape
  • Avoid the rainy season to prevent slippery mountain roads affecting travel
Must-Experience Activities
  • Explore the art of Ming and Qing architecture in Gaoyi Ancient Village
  • Pay homage to the founding general at Su Yu's Former Residence
  • Hike and explore Yingzuijie Nature Reserve
  • Stroll and relax along the Qushui River Scenic Belt
  • Taste authentic Huitong bacon and blood rice cake duck
Budget Reference
  • Tickets and transportation: ¥30-70 (including attraction tickets and transportation fees)
  • Catering: ¥30-60 per day
  • Shopping: ¥20-50 (Huitong local products, etc.)
  • Total: ¥50-140
Frequently Asked Questions
  • Is there a tour guide service in Gaoyi Ancient Village? → Yes, tour guide service can be booked
  • Do I need to make an appointment to visit Su Yu's Former Residence? → Groups need to make an appointment, individuals can visit directly
  • What is the difficulty level of hiking in Yingzuijie Nature Reserve? → Moderate difficulty, requires a certain amount of physical strength
  • What is the accommodation condition in Huitong County? → There are various hotels and guesthouses in the county seat

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