Changsha Huanghua International Airport 39 min
Yuelu Mountain (35 min) Although it is not tall, this mountain is famous as it is home to a great number of scenic spots. Hunan Forestry Botanical Garden (13 min) Changsha Window of the World (34 min) Replicas of iconic global sites from Mount Rushmore to the Egyptian pyramids, plus amusement rides. Changsha Ferris Wheel (23 min) Yuelu Academy (25 min) Tours are available of this Song Dynasty–era institute of higher learning in serene garden environs. Mawangdui (30 min) Sheltered excavation site of the Mawangdui Han Dynasty Tombs, part of the nearby Hunan Museum. Shiyanhu Ecological Park (36 min) Tianxin Pavilion (25 min) Recreation of a centuries-old pavilion complex marking the old city walls, surrounded by greenery. Orange Island Park (38 min) Hunan Museum (32 min) Large museum set on 12 acres, offering collections of artful historical objects & cultural events. Autumn-Admiring Pavilion (26 min) Mountain, autumn leaf color, and historic site Yanghu Wetland Park (11 min) Wetland and park Former Residence of Jia Yi (27 min) Historic site and history Young Mao Zedong statue (41 min) Hunan Martyr's Park (32 min) Lakeside walks, memorials & pagodas in a sprawling city park with skyscraper views & boat rentals. |