The fourth Hunan Tourism Development Conference will take place in Yueyang between May 24 and 26. The slogan of the conference is "Welcome to Charming Hunan, the Magnificent Lake in Yueyang."
As the Dragon Boat Festival or Duanwu Festival approaches, dragon boat races are set to be held across Hunan to celebrate this traditional festival.
To enhance their summer retreat appeal, these scenic spots will not only leverage their rich ecological resources, but will also host a variety of themed events and activities.
Hunan Province has been making continuous efforts to foster a positive interplay between culture and tourism and advance deeper integration of the two sectors in recent years. The aim is to build the province into a cultural powerhouse and a world-famous tourism destination.
Recently, a group of 25 media executives and senior journalists from African countries such as Ethiopia, The Gambia, and Zambia, visited the Yueyang Tower Scenic Area. Following the scenic route, they embarked on a fascinating journey to explore the thousand-year cultural heritage of Yueyang.
The Eight Old Views of Xiaoxiang, or the legendary eight scenic spots in the basin area of the Xiangjiang River, represent the charming sceneries of Hunan. Shen Kuo, a famous man of letter from the Song Dynasty once depicted the eight views in his literature work Sketches and Notes Written in Mengxi Park. Wits in various times also followed his suits...
More >Folk customs refer to the local customs handed down from generation to generation. All ethnic groups in Hunan celebrate various festivals with local flavor. Hunan also boasts more than 5,000 plays from 17 drama groups (or operas).
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The place showcases untamed beauty with wooden fences, stages, and cabins that highlight the natural textures and forms of timber, artfully placed across spacious lawns.