Lengshuitan District Tourism, Yongzhou City, Hunan Province

Lengshuitan District, Yongzhou City, Hunan Province — the political and economic center of Yongzhou, a showcase of modern urban style, integrating urban leisure, cultural experience and ecological sightseeing. It boasts characteristic scenic spots such as Yongzhou Museum, Xiaoxiang Park and Songjiazhou. Experience the diverse charm of "modern city + cultural heritage + ecological leisure" in one day.

1222
square kilometers of regional area
520,000+
permanent resident population
8
major urban parks
15+
cultural venues and museums
Xiaoxiang Park in Lengshuitan District
Xiaoxiang Park - The Urban Green Lung of Lengshuitan District
Xiaoxiang Park is the largest urban park in Lengshuitan District, nestled against mountains and waters with lush green trees. It is a popular spot for citizens' leisure and fitness as well as tourists' sightseeing, showcasing the beautiful urban ecological environment of Lengshuitan District.

One-Day Urban Leisure Tour in Lengshuitan District

Museum Exploration, Park Strolling, Island Sightseeing, Red Culture Tracing

Tour Duration
1 Day
Main Destinations
Yongzhou Museum, Xiaoxiang Park, Songjiazhou, Li Da's Former Residence, Huyan Park
Suitable for
Urban leisure lovers, cultural experience seekers, family tourists, business travelers
Per Capita Budget
¥70-¥220
All Day
Urban Cultural Experience Tour in Lengshuitan District
Yongzhou Museum · Xiaoxiang Park · Songjiazhou · Li Da's Former Residence
Tour Highlights

Visit Yongzhou Museum in the morning to learn about local history and culture, and stroll in Xiaoxiang Park to enjoy urban leisure; climb Songjiazhou in the afternoon to enjoy the panoramic view of the city and visit Li Da's Former Residence to trace red memories; wander in Huyan Park in the evening to experience the city's night view.

Attraction Arrangement
Yongzhou Museum
A national second-class museum with a construction area of 15,000 square meters and a collection of more than 20,000 cultural relics. The basic exhibition "Tracing the Source of Xiaoxiang" systematically showcases the historical changes of Yongzhou from prehistoric times to modern times, focusing on displaying local characteristic cultures such as Emperor Shun culture, Liu Zongyuan culture and Yao ethnic culture, serving as an important window to understand the history and culture of Yongzhou.
Xiaoxiang Park
The largest urban park in Lengshuitan District, covering an area of over 800 mu, themed with Xiaoxiang culture. The park has facilities such as Xiaoxiang Pavilion, cultural square, fitness trails and children's playground, planted with osmanthus, azalea, lotus and other plants, with different scenery in four seasons, making it a popular place for citizens' leisure and entertainment.
Songjiazhou
A natural island in the Xiangjiang River, connected to the urban area by a bridge. The island is covered with lush green trees and has a beautiful environment, with facilities such as viewing platforms, leisure squares and waterfront platforms. Climbing the island offers a bird's-eye view of Yongzhou's urban panorama and the scenery of the Xiangjiang River, making it a great place for photography and sightseeing.
Li Da's Former Residence
The birthplace and growing-up place of Li Da, one of the founders of the Communist Party of China, and a provincial-level cultural relic protection unit. The former residence is a traditional residential building in southern Hunan, with an exhibition on Li Da's life story, showing the glorious life of this Marxist theorist through a large number of precious cultural relics and pictures.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • All scenic spots in Lengshuitan District can be reached by bus
  • 15-minute walk from Yongzhou Museum to Xiaoxiang Park
  • Songjiazhou is connected to the urban area by a bridge
  • It is recommended to use shared bikes to visit urban scenic spots
Ticket Information
  • Yongzhou Museum: Free (Reservation required)
  • Xiaoxiang Park: Free
  • Songjiazhou: Free
  • Li Da's Former Residence: Free
  • Huyan Park: Free
Food Recommendations
  • Yongzhou Blood Duck
  • Dong'an Chicken
  • Lengshuitan Rice Noodles
  • Xiangjiang Grilled Fish

Must-Try Foods in Lengshuitan District

Yongzhou Blood Duck

The most representative traditional famous dish in Lengshuitan District, using local spotted ducks, retaining duck blood when slaughtering, and cooking it with duck meat. The duck meat is tender, the duck blood is smooth, and the taste is rich and spicy, which is a must-have dish for banquets and festivals in Lengshuitan.

Dong'an Chicken

One of the representative dishes of Hunan Cuisine among the eight major cuisines in China, originating from Dong'an County of Yongzhou. Using local young hens, cooked with rice vinegar, ginger, Chinese prickly ash and other seasonings, it is sour, spicy, fresh and fragrant with tender meat. Authentic taste can be tasted in major restaurants in Lengshuitan.

Lengshuitan Rice Noodles

A characteristic breakfast in Lengshuitan, the rice noodles are tender and smooth, the soup is delicious, and the ingredients are rich. Compared with rice noodles in other places, Lengshuitan rice noodles are softer and thinner, and the soup is more rich, making it the first choice for locals' breakfast.

Xiangjiang Grilled Fish

Using fresh live fish from the Xiangjiang River, killed and grilled on the spot, cooked with a variety of spices and vegetables. The fish meat is tender and spicy, which is a popular food in the Songjiazhou night market, loved by locals and tourists.

Travel Tips for Lengshuitan District
Best Travel Time
  • Spring (March-May): Xiaoxiang Park is in full bloom with pleasant climate
  • Summer (June-August): Cool river breeze on Songjiazhou, suitable for evening visits
  • Autumn (September-November): Clear sky and mild weather, suitable for park strolling and urban sightseeing
  • Winter (December-February): Rich indoor attractions, can avoid outdoor cold
Must-Experience Activities
  • Learn about history and culture at Yongzhou Museum
  • Walk around the lake and enjoy the scenery in Xiaoxiang Park
  • Climb Songjiazhou to enjoy the panoramic view of the city
  • Red education at Li Da's Former Residence
  • Taste authentic Yongzhou Blood Duck
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: 0-30 CNY (Major attractions are free)
  • Catering: 40-70 CNY (Including special snacks and meals)
  • Transportation: 15-35 CNY
  • Shopping: 15-85 CNY (Specialties and souvenirs)
  • Total: 70-220 CNY
Frequently Asked Questions
  • Do I need to make a reservation for Yongzhou Museum? → Yes, it is recommended to make a reservation in advance on the official website or WeChat official account
  • What are the characteristics of Xiaoxiang Park? → Xiaoxiang culture theme and beautiful garden landscape
  • Is the night view of Songjiazhou good? → Very good, the night view is brilliant with bright lights
  • Is transportation convenient in Lengshuitan District? → Yes, it is the transportation hub of Yongzhou, with railway station and bus station in the district

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