Yongzhou, Hunan — the source of Xiaoxiang, a renowned national historical and cultural city. It is home to famous scenic spots including Jiuyi Mountain, Liuzi Temple, Yangming Mountain and Shun Emperor Mausoleum. As the birthplace of Xiaoxiang culture, it perfectly combines magnificent landscapes, profound history, culture and ecological wellness resources.
Central urban area of Yongzhou, core of time-honored culture
Political and economic hub with modern urban style
Northern gateway of Yongzhou, famous for stone carvings
Hometown of Martial Arts, home to Shunhuang Mountain
Core area of Yangming Mountain, eco-tourism resort
Birthplace of Neo-Confucianism, hometown of Lianxi
Hometown of Nüshu, settlement of Yao people
Center of Shun Culture, location of Jiuyi Mountain
Source of Xiangjiang River, ecological barrier
Red revolutionary land, home to Longjia Courtyard
Hunan's only Yao autonomous county, core of Yao culture
Seeking roots at Jiuyi Mountain, admiring relics at Liuzi Temple, wellness tour at Yangming Mountain, cruising along Xiao River
Visit Jiuyi Mountain in the morning to explore historical relics related to Emperor Shun. Tour Shun Emperor Mausoleum in the afternoon to learn about the origin of Chinese civilization. Taste authentic Yongzhou local delicacies in the evening.
Spend the whole day touring Yangming Mountain National Forest Park. Enjoy forest oxygen bar, admire seas of azalea flowers and experience natural ecological wellness.
Visit Liuzi Temple in the morning to learn about the culture of Liu Zongyuan. Wander around Lingling Ancient City in the afternoon to experience profound Xiaoxiang heritage. End the whole trip in the evening.
Yongzhou Blood Duck is a time-honored local delicacy and a classic representative of Hunan cuisine. It is cooked with local domestic duck and fresh duck blood, paired with ginger, chili and other seasonings. The dish features tender meat, smooth blood curd and rich spicy flavor, and is a must-serve dish for local banquets and festivals.
Originated from Dong'an County of Yongzhou, it is one of the most famous dishes of Hunan cuisine. Cooked with local young chickens, rice vinegar, Chinese prickly ash and ginger, it tastes sour, spicy, fresh and fragrant with tender meat, and enjoys a great reputation both at home and abroad.
A traditional folk snack in Ningyuan County. Made with handmade tofu stuffed with meat fillings, it is braised or fried to perfection. The tofu is soft and smooth with savory fillings, favored by locals and tourists alike.
A traditional preserved food of the Yao people. Local pork is smoked with pine and tea branches. The finished bacon has a bright color and unique aromatic flavor, which is a precious delicacy for receiving guests in Yao villages.