Hetang District Tourism, Zhuzhou City, Hunan Province

Hetang District, Zhuzhou, Hunan — the ecological core area in the eastern part of Zhuzhou, featuring distinctive scenic spots such as Xianyu Ridge (including Xianyu Temple and Xianyu Lake), Hetang Park, Liufang Park, Swan Lake Park, and Poxian Ridge. Integrating landscapes, folk culture, and urban leisure, experience the natural and cultural charm of "Ecological Hetang" in 2 days.

143
km² Area
400,000+
Permanent Population
8+
Characteristic Cultural & Tourism Attractions
800,000+
Annual Visitors to Xianyu Ridge
Xianyu Temple at Xianyu Ridge, Hetang District
Xianyu Temple, Xianyu Ridge - Landmark of Hetang District Tourism
A thousand-year-old ancient temple built in the Zhenguan period of the Tang Dynasty, situated against the mountain with thriving incense. Surrounded by Xianyu Lake and ten thousand mu of orchards, it is a iconic scenic spot to experience the folk culture and landscapes of Hetang District.

2-Day Ecological & Folk Custom Leisure Tour in Hetang District

Scenic landscapes, folk heritage, urban roaming

Tour Duration
2 Days
Main Destinations
Xianyu Ridge, Liufang Park, Hetang Park, Swan Lake Park, Poxian Ridge
Suitable For
Folk culture enthusiasts, hikers, parent-child families, photography lovers, local leisure seekers
Per Capita Budget
¥400-¥800
Day 1
Folk Culture & Historical Memory Tour
Xianyu Ridge · Liufang Park
Itinerary Highlights

Climb Xianyu Ridge in the morning to visit the thousand-year-old ancient temple and enjoy the lake and mountain scenery; stroll through Liufang Park in the afternoon to recall revolutionary history and humanistic stories.

Attraction Arrangement
Xianyu Ridge
The iconic scenic area of Hetang District, consisting of three core areas: Xianyu Temple, Xianyu Lake, and ten thousand mu of orchards. Xianyu Temple, built in the Zhenguan period of the Tang Dynasty, enshrines the Goddess Mother and is an important folk cultural site in Zhuzhou; Xianyu Lake has rippling blue waves surrounded by green trees, with peach blossoms in spring and lotus flowers in summer, making it a great place for leisure and prayer.
Liufang Park
An urban park themed on commemorating revolutionary martyrs, featuring red scenic spots such as Zhuzhou Martyrs Monument, Liufang Pavilion, and Martyrs Wall, as well as leisure trails, green landscapes, and fitness facilities. It is both a patriotic education base to honor martyrs and a daily leisure spot for citizens to take a walk.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • Take bus T20 or T14 from urban area to reach Xianyu Ridge Scenic Area directly
  • Liufang Park is located in the urban area, take bus T1, T55, or T88 to Liufang Park Station and arrive
  • Xianyu Ridge is about 10 km from the urban area, 25 minutes by self-driving
  • Starting taxi fare in the district is about ¥6
Ticket Information
  • Xianyu Ridge Scenic Area: Free (Incense voucher for Xianyu Temple is voluntary donation)
  • Liufang Park: Free
  • Xianyu Lake Boat Tour: ¥30 per person
Food Recommendations
  • Xianyu Bacon
  • Farmhouse Native Chicken Soup
  • Liling Fried Rice Noodles
  • Lotus Leaf Rice
  • Firewood Stove Braised Fish
Day 2
Urban Green Lung & Mountain Climbing Leisure Tour
Hetang Park · Swan Lake Park · Poxian Ridge
Itinerary Highlights

Explore Hetang Park in the morning to enjoy four-season flowers; stroll through Swan Lake Park at noon to watch birds and admire the lake; climb Poxian Ridge in the afternoon to overlook the whole view of Hetang and end the tour.

Attraction Arrangement
Hetang Park
An urban comprehensive park themed on "lotus", with large lotus ponds, landscape bridges, water-friendly platforms, cultural corridors, etc. Willows turn green and flowers bloom in spring, lotus flowers fill the pond in summer, osmanthus fragrance overflows in autumn, and wintersweet blooms in winter. There are scenic views in all four seasons, making it a popular spot for citizens to appreciate flowers, exercise, and relax.
Swan Lake Park
An ecological park with "water" as the core, named Swan Lake because the lake surface is shaped like a swan. The water in the park is clear, planted with aquatic plants such as reeds and calamus, and inhabited by water birds such as egrets and wild ducks. Equipped with a lake-circling trail, viewing pavilions, and children's play areas, it is an urban oasis to get close to nature.
Poxian Ridge
The second highest peak in Hetang District, with an altitude of 304 meters, named after the legend that He Xiangu, one of the Eight Immortals, practiced here. The mountain is covered with dense forests, with scenic spots such as Poxian Temple, Immortal Footprints, and Dragon Pool. The mountain climbing trail is gentle and easy to climb, and the top of the mountain overlooks the urban and rural scenery of Hetang District, making it a preferred destination for suburban hiking.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • Take bus T36 or T43 to reach Hetang Park directly
  • Swan Lake Park is about 2 km from Hetang Park, accessible on foot or by cycling
  • Poxian Ridge is about 8 km from the urban area, self-driving or rural bus (towards Mingzhao Township) is recommended
  • There is a small parking lot near the mountain climbing entrance, charging ¥5 per car
Ticket Information
  • Hetang Park: Free
  • Swan Lake Park: Free
  • Poxian Ridge: Free (Incense voucher for Poxian Temple is voluntary donation)
Travel Tips
  • It is recommended to wear non-slip shoes and carry drinking water when climbing Poxian Ridge (the whole journey takes about 1.5 hours)
  • The best time to appreciate lotus flowers in Hetang Park in summer is from June to August, go in the morning to avoid crowds
  • Early morning and evening are the best times for bird watching in Swan Lake Park, please keep quiet
  • Picking flowers and feeding wild animals are prohibited in the park

Must-Try Foods in Hetang District

Xianyu Bacon

A specialty food of Xianyu Ridge in Hetang District, made from local native pork through salting and smoking. The meat is firm, salty and fragrant, can be steamed or stir-fried, and is a signature dish of local farmhouse banquets, reflecting the rustic flavor of Zhuzhou countryside.

Lotus Leaf Rice

Steamed rice wrapped with fresh lotus leaves from Hetang, mixed with bacon, peas, corn and other ingredients. The rice has the fragrance of lotus leaves, soft and glutinous, with a balanced mix of meat and vegetables, and is a common seasonal food in Hetang District in summer.

Farmhouse Native Chicken Soup

Made from free-range native chickens in Xianyu Ridge, slow-cooked with Chinese wolfberry, codonopsis and other medicinal materials. The soup is clear and delicious, the chicken is tender, rich in nutrition, and is a good tonic after mountain climbing and sightseeing. It can be tasted in farmhouses around Xianyu Ridge.

Firewood Stove Braised Fish

Fresh live fish from Xianyu Lake, slow-cooked in a traditional firewood stove, with tofu, chili and other ingredients. The fish meat is tender and flavorful, the soup is rich, retaining the original flavor of the ingredients, and it is one of the representative farmhouse dishes in Hetang District.

Hetang District Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • Spring (March-April): Peach blossoms bloom in Xianyu Ridge, suitable for flower viewing and outing
  • Summer (June-August): Lotus flowers fill the pond in Hetang Park, Swan Lake is cool and pleasant
  • Autumn (September-November): Clear sky and fresh air, suitable for climbing Poxian Ridge to overlook the whole view
  • Winter (December-February): There are many prayer activities in Xianyu Temple, tourists can experience folk customs
Must-Experience Activities
  • Pray at Xianyu Temple to experience the thousand-year-old folk culture
  • Appreciate lotus flowers in Hetang Park in summer and take photos of lotus scenery
  • Honor martyrs in Liufang Park and learn about Zhuzhou's revolutionary history
  • Climb Poxian Ridge to look far and overlook the urban and rural scenery of Hetang District
  • Watch birds in Swan Lake Park and get close to natural ecology
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: ¥0-50 (Mostly free scenic spots, including a small number of experience projects)
  • Catering: ¥120-200 (Including farmhouse special dishes)
  • Accommodation: ¥150-400 (Urban hotels or chain hotels)
  • Transportation: ¥50-100 (Including urban and suburban transportation)
  • Total: ¥400-800
Frequently Asked Questions
  • Is Xianyu Ridge suitable for the elderly and children? → Yes, there are gentle trails in the scenic area, and sightseeing cars are available
  • Can I camp in Hetang Park? → Camping is not allowed, picnicking is permitted (garbage must be cleaned up by yourself)
  • Is Poxian Ridge suitable for climbing on rainy days? → Not recommended, mountain roads may be slippery, please pay attention to safety
  • Is there a guide service in Liufang Park? → Groups can book free guides, individuals can scan the QR code of scenic spots to listen to introductions

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