Hibiscus Town is another shining pearl in the western Hunan region, which is different from the graceful and romantic Phoenix Ancient City. It is famous for the stunning spectacle of "a millennium old town hanging on a waterfall". This small town was renamed after the filming of the 1986 film "Hibiscus Town" directed by Xie Jin and starring Liu Xiaoqing, and gained fame.
The Great Waterfall in Hibiscus Town
Core Wonder: This is the soul of the ancient town. The waterfall is 60 meters high and 40 meters wide, and cascades down from the cliff in two stages with a grand and majestic sound. The main block and tusi palace of the ancient town are built on the cliffs on both sides of the waterfall.
Unique Experience:
Strolling under the waterfall: You can pass through the cave path behind the waterfall, with the water curtain roaring beside you and the mist falling on your face, providing an unprecedented immersive experience.
Panoramic view: From the observation deck or restaurant (such as the restaurant near the "Waterfall Observation Deck"), you can overlook the panoramic view of the waterfall and the distant Youshui River, especially at sunset and night, the scenery is stunning.
Night scene lighting: At night, waterfalls are colorful under the illumination of lights, adding even more fantastic colors than during the day.
The Pattern of Ancient Towns and Tusi Culture
Wuli Stone Street: A winding green stone street spanning five miles, it is the main thoroughfare of the ancient town. On both sides are Tujia stilted houses, shops, and residential buildings. Compared to Phoenix, the commercial atmosphere is slightly lighter, and the living atmosphere is stronger.
Xizhou Copper Pillar (National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit): Located in the Folk Customs and Scenery Museum of Furong Town, it is a witness to the alliance between King Ma Xifan of Chu and Governor Peng Shichou of Xizhou in 940 AD. The ancient treaty provisions are engraved on it, making it an important cultural relic for studying the history of chieftains.
Tusi Palace (also known as "Youyang Palace"): Legend has it that the Tuwang's summer retreat and leisure palace is located next to a waterfall, with an excellent location and magnificent architecture, making it one of the best places to overlook the waterfall.
The movie 'Hibiscus Town' and rice tofu
Movie Memory: The ancient town was reborn through movies. Liu Xiaoqing's rice tofu shop is a must hit spot. You can taste a bowl of authentic Xiangxi rice tofu (salty and sweet) and relive the movie scenes.
Original ecological lifestyle: Walking on the street, you can still see locals sitting in front of their doors, doing handicrafts, and drying clothes, maintaining a relatively authentic living state.
Welcome to Openchina, the most popular online tour operator in China! We offer many choices of holiday plans assisting you explore over a hundred worldwide destinations.
- We aim to give you a perfect vacation, with well-arranged schedules and highlight attractions all your way.
- Our guides are versatile assistants that will enhance and enrich your holiday; they have you back while you enjoy our tour.
- Our professional quality assurance team test every bed, for we know that a sound sleep really makes a lot of difference.
- We promise no tourist shops or factory stores to waste your time and money. Just enjoy a pure tour experience which is worth every coin that you spent.
- We offer beneficial cancellation policy to our customers. There is no cancellation fee 15 days or more before the tour start date. Enjoy a worry-free booking!
- One-on-one travel consultant service is available on hand throughout the day, all for free, and all for your laid-back travel.
Shipping cost is based on weight. Just add products to your cart and use the Shipping Calculator to see the shipping price.
We want you to be 100% satisfied with your purchase. Items can be returned or exchanged within 30 days of delivery.
Voltage and socket
The standard voltage in China is 220V. The commonly used socket shape is as shown in the picture. Most luxury hotel rooms are equipped with universal sockets, and tourists can also rent socket adapters at the hotel front desk.
Make a phone call
When a foreign mobile phone dials a Chinese fixed-line phone in China, it is necessary to dial the China area code (+86) and the city area code (e.g. Beijing +10) before the fixed-line phone number to be dialed.
When a foreign mobile phone dials a Chinese mobile number, it is necessary to dial the Chinese area code (+86) before the mobile number of the person being called.
Emergency call:
Call the police: 110
Fire emergency: 119
Traffic police: 122
Emergency: 120
Purchase a SIM card for a Chinese mobile phone
At major airports serving as ports of entry in China, there are designated counters for communication service providers, such as China Mobile and China Unicom. Foreign tourists can purchase SIM cards for Chinese mobile phones simply by presenting their passports.
Traffic safety tips
In China, all vehicles drive on the right side of the road, and both drivers and passengers must wear seat belts.
Health and medical tips
It is recommended to bring along commonly used medications (such as painkillers or gastrointestinal medications). If you need to take prescribed medication for an extended period, it is advisable to prepare sufficient quantities before departure and carry along doctor's certification documents, medical records, etc.
It is recommended to visit the international medical department of a general hospital or a foreign-funded hospital for treatment, as they generally provide medical services in English.
It is recommended to purchase relevant insurance before departure, and properly keep diagnosis certificates, outpatient medical records, fee lists, prescriptions, invoices, etc.
Cultural taboo
China is a multi-ethnic country, and there are significant differences in customs and habits among various ethnic groups. Especially when traveling in ethnic minority areas, it is important to pay attention to cultural taboos, such as taking off shoes when entering a Dai bamboo house, avoiding pork in Hui restaurants, and treating Buddhist statues, scriptures, and beads as sacred objects that must not be touched. It is recommended to listen carefully to the pre-trip introduction provided by the accompanying personnel and respect local culture and customs.
