About Huaihua
 2017-05-02 15:52:00   Zhangjiajie Toptourism Website  

The city' s historic sites, ancient buildings and folk customs of Dong ethnic group are all worth visiting.

Huaihua is situated in "the Dong Culture Tourism Zone of China" and is known namely for its Dong culture tours, as well as its share of tours of scenic spots, historic sites and forest resorts. The attractions in Huaihua can be divided geographically, the county consisting of a north, central and south section.

The north section is known for its wealth in both cultural and natural beauty, the region being an important spot in Dong and Miao folklore. Attractions include the Fenghuang Mountain Scenic Area, Eyou Mountain Scenic Area and Wuxi Lake, known for having over one thousand islands.

The central section features various Dong and Miao historical sites , such as Hongjiang Ancient Commercial Town, Gaoyi Ancient Village, Qiancheng Ancient Town, and the sheltered bridge in Longjin.

In the south section consists of the scattered, enchanting villages of local minority peoples. Visitors can appreciate the drum towers, sheltered bridges, roadside pavilions and ancient cottages, featuring with distinctive architecture of the local inhabitants, as well as the resounding “Grand Song” of the Dong people and the love songs of the Miao people.