What are the niche tourist attractions in Changsha?

Some people say, "Entertainment is the background of Changsha." There is a powder shop every five steps, and a milk tea every ten steps; there are high-rise buildings in front of you, and you can see the streets and alleys around you. In fact, it’s not entirely true. Changsha also has a quiet and soothing side. Let me show you another side of Changsha. The beautiful scenery hidden outside the hustle and bustle is also worth enjoying~

1. Dashanchong Forest Park

2 , Xiweizi

3. Black Elk Peak

4. Nanjiao Park

5. Tianxin Pavilion

These places are suitable for a family A place where people gather for picnics on weekends.

Are you ready? Come with me to discover those unique beauties. The first one: Dashanchong Forest Park

1. Dashanchong Forest Park

Little Jiuzhaigou in Changsha, a holy place for taking pictures that does not require filters, the crystal clear water nourishes the growth in the The fir trees in the clear water, walking among the mountains and forests, breathing the fresh air of the forest.

Dashanchong Forest Park has good vegetation, with more than 120 hectares of original secondary forest and rich tree species. Changsha Dashanchong Forest Park is located at the intersection of Line S207 in Changsha County, about 45 kilometers away from Changsha.

Tickets: Free

Location: Lukou Town, Changsha County, Changsha

Transportation: Self-driving, the driving journey from Changsha is about 1-2 hours, not recommended The highway, because it passes through Highway S206, is still a relatively good-looking road, and cars can drive directly to the entrance of the scenic spot.

Internet celebrity check-in spot: Qiaochaichong Scenic Area

The inner pond in Qiaochaichong is covered with green fir trees and the winding paths lead to secluded areas. It is quite like "the light of the mountain is pleasing to the birds, and the shadow of the pond is empty of the heart" feeling. A tall and straight pond fir forest stands tall and graceful in the mountains, and is surrounded by water. The tall and straight pond fir forest adds a graceful and elegant atmosphere, making people daydream about it and forget to leave when they stop. It is praised as "Changsha's Little Jiuzhaigou" by tourists who come to visit.

Hiking route: After arriving at the parking lot, start from the foot of the mountain - Chishan Forest - pass through a forest - take a straight flight of stairs. There is an end to the stairs. If you keep going up, there will be no more ladders. Take the dirt road. , keep walking along the dirt road.

Tips:

1. The main attraction here is to see the pond cedar forest in the water and breathe the fresh air of nature. However, the scenic spot is not fully developed at present. Relatively speaking, Not very mature yet. So don't ask for too much.

2. If you want to take photos, it is recommended to come when the weather is good. Anyway, the photos taken by others online are really beautiful, but when you take them yourself, you will feel, hey, isn’t it like this?

3. It is recommended to bring some snacks, water, mosquito repellent spray, and anti-itch cream. There are many mosquitoes in summer, so use sun protection.

2. Xiweizi

The largest natural lake in Changsha, with continuous metasequoia forests on the shore and large flat grasslands, it is like a cartoon-like scenery. The 8,000 acres of water area left a small corner for Xiweizi. This corner is green and green, surrounded by metasequoias. The cattle graze leisurely and say hello to the setting sun from time to time. Far away from the city, surrounded by mountains, lakes and cool breeze, it is very suitable for picnics and camping

It is said that the immortal Lu Dongbin also stopped to admire the beautiful scenery here, and accidentally dropped a piece of mud from his clogs into the lake, which became the Today’s Fairy Nidun.

? Navigation and positioning?: Directly locate "Xiweizi" and drive along the road beside the lake to see the metasequoia forest.

Transportation: Self-driving is recommended

Pick-in recommendation:

1. Sunset: The sunset by the lake is absolutely beautiful

2. Metasequoia : In autumn, the metasequoia is half orange and half green, and the metasequoia forest is very suitable for taking pictures;

3. Fireflies: There are many green fireflies in the grass at night;

4. Starry sky: clear sky The sky is filled with stars.

?Parking?: You can park on the roadside. You can park on the inside along the road. There is no charge.

?tips: Play in a civilized manner and remember to take your garbage with you when you leave.

3. Black Elk Peak

The Black Elk Peak Shouzi Stone Ecological Park is located halfway up the mountain in the Black Elk Peak National Forest Park, a national 4A-level scenic spot in Wangcheng County, Changsha City, only 40 meters away from the provincial capital Changsha. Minutes' drive and convenient transportation. Surrounded by mountains and green trees, the environment is beautiful and the air is fresh; the decades-old courtyard houses demonstrate the charm of traditional culture and distinctive features.

There are different landscapes throughout the year, and the gameplay is also different, but now this season is more suitable to watch a romantic sunset.

Route + Tickets: Black Elk Peak has two entrances and exits, the south gate and the north gate. The south gate mountain road is steep and winding, and I personally recommend the north gate for entry and exit. This time we navigated the Black Elk Peak Happy Valley. When we got to the Happy Valley, we had to continue driving until we saw the reservoir and there was a free parking lot in front of it. Tickets are required to enter the park. Adult tickets are 27 yuan per ticket. Children and the elderly are free depending on their height and age.

Promote delicious food:

1. Roast whole lamb: It is a must-eat in Black Elk Peak, free-range lamb.

2. Farm cuisine: Among other things, the freshness of the ingredients is unparalleled.

Transportation: Just follow the navigation and it’s OK. The scenic spots are all cement roads, so it’s easy to drive.

Tips: There are many mosquitoes on the mountain, so be prepared with mosquito repellent or bracelets when bringing children.

Also pay attention to sun protection and it is recommended to wear long pants!

4. Nanjiao Park

After experiencing the bustling city in Changsha, it is really good to occasionally relax the soul. Nanjiao Park is really a great choice. Let time slow down and enjoy the scenery along the way. The winding path leads straight up, and the green mountains are hidden in the fireworks of the world~Walking among the mountains and forests, sitting on the Ferris wheel on the top of the mountain, smiling at the wonders of nature~

Address: No. 109, Xinkai Pavilion, Tianxin District

Transportation: Self-driving: 30 minutes away

Bus: 319 Road, 912 Road, 221 Road

Subway: Line 1 Huangtuling Station Exit 1 and transfer to the bus.

Time: 05:00-22:00

Tickets: Free admission all day

Strategy:

1. Skyrocket on the top of the mountain Wheel: Enter the south gate of the park, feel the birds singing and the fragrance of flowers, the shade of green grass, accompanied by the rising sun and fresh air. Turn your back to the lawn and Ferris wheel, and take some beautiful photos.

2. Locomotive Park: The first carriage has a green hard seat and smells like green iron. The second carriage has wooden seats, full of retro flavor, and the last two carriages have green hard seats. Let’s take beautiful retro-style photos together wearing skirts.

3. Mountain Suspension Bridge: It is a perfect photo opportunity. It has the beauty of desolation and silence. At the top of the mountain, standing on the bridge has a feeling of being in a deep fairyland.

tips

1. Fresh and lively attire is suitable for the Ferris wheel lawn. The Ferris wheel is on the top of the mountain, so be sure to wear sun protection. It is also very good to enjoy a picnic in the sun.

2. The lake and pavilion at the gate are also very beautiful. The pavilion, waterfall, and bamboo building are more suitable for the ancient style and are also very beautiful. Don’t miss it.

5. Tianxin Pavilion

"Tianxin Pavilion is diagonally opposite. Mother-in-laws fight on tiptoes, and beggars fight with steaming bowls." Chengnan Road and Tianxin Road intersect here. It is a city tower park full of ancient charm, with red and green tiles, painted pillars and carved beams.

Despite the inherent "Internet celebrity" city face, the area near Tianxin Pavilion is still the old Changsha in my memory. The appearance of the city, old city walls, glass tiles, warning bells, stone roads...

When you walk in here, outside the pavilion is a city with many high-rise buildings, and inside the pavilion is a majestic and simple city wall?, the two collide with each other? , The smoke and clouds of history seem to be still floating in front of you? A hundred years of wind and rain are concentrated in the bricks and tiles of the ancient walls and pavilions, giving it a unique charm.

Transportation: Exit No. 1 at the south entrance of Metro Line 1 and walk 600 meters to get there

Tickets: Tianxinge Park is free, but if you want to go to the attic, you need to buy tickets online It costs 30 yuan/or you can buy it directly on site (half price with student ID). It will be canceled on site and a good-looking ticket will be issued, which can be kept as a souvenir.

Check-in guide: If you don’t want to go to the attic, walking around in the park is also very nice. There are small pools and pavilions in a beautiful environment. There are many locals walking around, and it has a sense of urban life. Go around the warning clock and go right. There is an archway that is the toll area of ??Tianxin Pavilion.

Opening hours: 8:00-17:30 in summer and 8:00-17:00 in winter

tips

1. In addition to taking pictures of the scenery outside, You can also enter the interior of the attic, where there is a century-old photo exhibition hall of Changsha. It has three floors. The view is wide enough when you go to the top floor. Standing on the stairs and overlooking Changsha has a unique flavor.

2. There is another check-in place in Tianxin Pavilion: the famous General’s Fort, which is very worth seeing!

3. Don’t go to crowded places during holidays. Go here!