Aerial view of dramatic mountain ranges with misty valleys, dense forest, overcast moody sky, dark cinematic tones
Chenzhou, Hunan

Top Attractions

From cloud-level grasslands to steaming hot springs — six unmissable experiences in Chenzhou.

Six Must-See Destinations

Each with its own character — plan your itinerary around these Chenzhou highlights.

Expansive highland meadow with rolling green hills, overcast sky, moody atmospheric fog drifting across grassland
Grassland
1,300m

Yangtianhu Grassland

仰天湖草原

High-altitude plateau above the clouds with windmills, a crater lake, hobbit cottages, and a cute pet park. Peak season tickets: ¥120.

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Turquoise mountain lake surrounded by dark forested peaks, morning mist, deep atmospheric shadows
Lake

Dongjiang Lake

东江湖

28km whitewater rafting route, emerald lake vistas, and the famous Bailang photo loop.

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Ancient dense subtropical forest with towering trees, filtered green light, dark undergrowth, mysterious atmosphere
Nature

Mangshan Nature Reserve

莽山风景区

Ancient subtropical forest home to the rare Mangshan pit viper. Wuzhifeng scenic area with dramatic rock formations.

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Steaming natural hot spring pool with mineral-rich water, rocks and lush vegetation, warm misty atmosphere
Hot Springs

Yucheng Hot Springs

郴州温泉

Mineral-rich thermal waters reaching 98°C. One of South China's most abundant geothermal resources.

Red sandstone rock formations in dramatic landscape, warm earth tones, geological strata visible, cinematic lighting
Geopark

Feitianshan Geopark

飞天山地质公园

National geopark featuring spectacular red sandstone formations and ancient geological history.

Mountain ridge panoramic view with sweeping green valleys below, dramatic sky, moody cinematic atmosphere
Mountain

Gaoyi Mountain Resort

高椅岭景区

Popular mountain resort with panoramic ridgeline hikes and sweeping views over the Hunan countryside.

Getting There

High-speed rail to Chenzhou West Station (郴州西站) — under 3 hours from Guangzhou, 2.5 hours from Changsha.