After the Dragon Boat Festival, Zigui, Hubei Province was "contracted"! The beautiful resort next to the Three Gorges Dam is intoxicating

Every Dragon Boat Festival, many people begin to express gratitude to Qu Yuan for giving future generations a "day off."

On this day, people eat rice dumplings, race dragon boats, hang mugwort leaves in front of their doors, and commemorate Qu Yuan... The ancient Dragon Boat Festival customs have been passed down for thousands of years.

As one of the oldest traditional festivals in China, the Dragon Boat Festival is closely related to a great patriotic poet: Qu Yuan. Qu Yuan, known as the "ancestor of Chu Ci", is the founder of Chinese romantic literature.

The Songs of Chu are so beautiful, and "Tianwen" and "Li Sao" are so classic. What kind of place gave birth to such a great patriotic poet?

"Qu Yuan had a wise sister. When she heard that Yuan was exiled, she also came back, so she was called Sister Gui."

Zigui, Yichang, Hubei Province today is the hometown of Qu Yuan. "Zi" evolved from "sister".

Zigui is a beautiful place with not only beautiful scenery but also rich resources. It has the reputation of "the most beautiful location in China", "the hometown of Chinese dragon boats" and "the hometown of Chinese poetry".

Driving to Zigui during the Dragon Boat Festival is not only a close commemoration of Qu Yuan, but also the best place to have an in-depth understanding of Qu Yuan culture, Dragon Boat Festival culture and Three Gorges culture.

So, what beautiful scenery in Zigui cannot be missed, and what authentic scenery must be tasted?

Starting from Wuhan by car, Qu Yuan’s hometown is not far away, and the three-day and two-night trip to Zigui unfolds a poetic romance.

Zigui is located on both sides of the Xiling Gorge of the Yangtze River, at the head of the Three Gorges Project Dam. It borders Yiling District to the east, Changyang Tujia Autonomous County to the south, Badong County to the west, and Xingshan County to the north. It is a paradise with undulating mountains and hills and crisscrossing river valleys: the cultural celebrity Qu Yuan was born here, the ancient beauty Zhaojun came out of the fortress from here, and the world dragon boat movement originated from here.

D1 Departing from Wuhan - Shizhu Village Tourism

Where is "Poetry and Distance"?

How romantic is "Poetry and Distance"?

From the bustling and noisy metropolis to the quiet and simple rural countryside, Shizhu Village in Zigui, Qu Yuan’s hometown, is a beautiful Chinese landscape painting.

Shizhu Village is located in Jiuwanxi Town, 75 kilometers away from the county seat. Because there was a large stone pillar on the mountain next to the village, it was named Shizhu Mountain. It was also called "Huaqiao" because of a local story about "Huaqiao" village".

This place has high mountains and dense forests, criss-crossing it, with white walls and gray tiled houses scattered here and there, looming under the mountain fog after the rain. It is the only "most beautiful location in China" in Hubei.

According to data, Shizhu Village has a history of more than 1,000 years and is known as the "No. 1 Tujia Village in the Three Gorges".

Shizhu Tujia Village is the only ethnic minority village in Zigui County, Hubei Province, and has the title of "China's ethnic minority characteristic village".

Shizhu Village is very peaceful and simple, and its scenery is picturesque and poetic. Some netizens described it as "as beautiful as Switzerland". However, where in Switzerland can there be such exquisite Chu charm as Shizhu Village? Where is the poetry and painting of Chinese landscapes?

Drive to Shizhu Village and stay overnight at the unique farmhouse Shengtian Manor, which is the best farmhouse in the village. Stop for food and accommodation, and feel the enthusiasm and simplicity of the thousand-year-old village.

After the rain, in the mountains and rivers, in the countryside, in the evening, looking at the distant mountains like black clouds, looking at the clouds and mist filling the mountains, looking at the white walls and gray tiles looming, Shizhu Village suddenly became the most beautiful village in China. Poetic, the most traditional artistic conception: ink landscape.

Accompanied by a drizzle of light rain, the aroma of farm rice made me ignore the energy that I usually use to shout about losing weight.

This is not the first time I have had the experience of eating while listening to the rain, but the mist-shrouded green mountains add a lot of charm to this ordinary farm meal.

Taking a walk after a meal is also common.

Taking a walk after the rain is not even an elegant lifestyle habit.

However, the tranquility and tranquility of Shizhu Village makes people feel more comfortable and warm. What is vulgarity at this moment? What is elegance? There is poetry in my heart, both elegant and popular.

In recent years, Shizhu Village has successively held the "Pastoral Stone Pillar·Enjoy Cycling" bicycle race, "Shizhu Lantern Festival·Tujia Catching Dogs", "Planting rice seedlings, drinking wine and catching loaches·Huaqiao Farming and recalling nostalgia" ” and other activities not only continue ancient customs, but also enrich rural humanities.

It has attracted many self-driving travel enthusiasts, vying to experience the unique Tujia folk customs and the paradise-like rural pastoral life.

Recommendation index for the Dragon Boat Festival Zigui tour to Shizhu Village:

RMB 50 per person for meals at the farmhouse

Parking, accommodation and meals at Shengtian Manor

The entire Shizhu Village attractions Shizhu Village is a scenic spot, which is the only Tujia ethnic minority in Zigui County, Hubei Province. The village still retains many folk activities and traditional festivals, and there are surprises here during the Dragon Boat Festival.

The tour time is suitable for a stay of three or two days

The nearby attraction Jiuwan River Rafting is known as "the best rafting in China".

D2 Shizhu Village—Jiuwanxi Rafting—Xilingxia Village—Manyun No. 1 (B&B)—Lianzi Cliff

Jiuwanxi Town is located in the Xiling Gorge of the Three Gorges of the Yangtze River, the throat of Sichuan and Hubei On the south bank, on the south bank of Niuganmafei Gorge, it was rated as a famous tourist town in Hubei in June 2020. It is also one of the main destinations for self-driving tours in Zigui during the Dragon Boat Festival. The beautiful Shizhu Village is here.

Historically, Jiuwan River was once the place where the patriotic poet Qu Yuan came to Beijing to give lectures and plant orchids to cultivate his nature. mu".

Jiuwanxi Town: China’s No. 1 Rafting, Jiuwan Silk Tea

Jiuwanxi Rafting has the reputation of “China’s No. 1 Rafting” and is located 20 kilometers south of the Yangtze River near the Three Gorges Dam. , with a drifting water area of ??13.2 kilometers, is a rising star on the golden line of the Three Gorges of the Yangtze River. It is an ecological recreation area that integrates adventure, leisure, and sightseeing. It is also an important part of "Viewing the Three Gorges Dam and enjoying the scenery of Pinghu Lake".

Rafting in the mountains and canyons in summer has long become one of the popular entertainment projects for modern people to cool off and get close to nature.

It is reported that every summer, the Jiuwan River Rafting Scenic Area is crowded with people, and in the originally deep and peaceful canyon, there are repeated screams that cannot be concealed.

The Jiuwan River rafting section is divided into three sections: Yingbing Gorge, Wangfu Gorge and Guanyin Gorge. Each river section is different and has its own unique and wonderful natural scenery.

There are landscapes such as Monkey King Village, Bifeng Stone, Wangfu Stone, Zhongshan Soft Bridge, Wentian and Earth Seams, ancient ruins, ghost rock house, lion rock, fairy bathing, Guanyin Rock, Coffin Ridge and other landscapes.

Jiuwan Silk Mian Tea: Royal Tribute Tea

Jiuwanxi Town is located in a semi-alpine mountain with well-preserved forest vegetation. The Jiuwan Silk Mian Tea produced was favored by the emperor.

It was used as a royal tribute during the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty. Because of its strong tenderness, the delicate buds and leaves can be broken by hand, and the cross-section is novel and full of silver threads. Emperor Qianlong was so happy that he gave it the name "Silk Tea".

Jiuwan Silk Cotton Tea is silvery green and emerald green, with a pure fragrance. It has the characteristics of "high fragrance, sweet taste and long-lasting brewing".

When I drove to Jiuwanxi, I thought I must have a taste. When I came to Jiuwanxi Tea and Tourism Fusion Point, I tasted a cup of silk cotton tea in an elegant environment. The tired self-driving journey suddenly felt magical. Refreshing.

Xilingxia Village: The intersection of Quyuan Culture and Xiajiang Culture

If Shizhu Village is a freehand Chinese landscape painting, then Xilingxia Village is a magnificent and vivid one. Realistic scenery.

Xilingxia Village is located in the southwest of Quyuan Town, Zigui County. It is the south gate of Quyuan Town. Provincial Highway 334 runs across it. It has convenient transportation and beautiful environment.

Along the winding mountain road all the way down, you can have a panoramic view of Gaoxia Pinghu. It is one of the villages you must visit when driving in Zigui.

Look at its name and get its power. Different from the poetic and artistic conception of Shizhu Village, Xilingxia Village is full of magnificence and majesty.

Although the territory is only 13.4 square kilometers, its geographical location facing the Yangtze River and accompanied by Lianzi Cliff shows a very imposing pattern. It is located in the core area of ??Xiling Gorge of the Three Gorges of the Yangtze River and is derived from the Xiling Gorge. The name fully shows the precipitous and beautiful scenery of Xiling Gorge.

Walking into the village, you will see white walls, black tiles, wooden doors and windows. The beautiful village is like a "escaped" tourist town.

Staying overnight at Manyun No. 1 B&B, the ditties of literary and artistic youths arise spontaneously. It is understood that Xilingxia Village is the intersection of Quyuan culture and Xiajiang culture. Xiajiang culture has been deposited and passed down here for thousands of years.

Following the newly built riverside trail leading to the foot of Lianzi Cliff, the majestic scenery of the Xiajiang River made me feel relaxed and happy.

Xilingxia Village is home to three famous scenic spots: Lianzi Cliff, Niuganmafei Gorge and Bingshu Baojian Gorge.

Among them, the scenery, humanities and history of Lianzi Cliff are very unique. Xilingxia Village is located at 30° north latitude. The unique Xiajiang microclimate creates the unique flavor of the fruits here.

On the way to Lianzi Cliff, the aroma of navel oranges filled the air and extended into the depths of the scenic spot.

Lianzi Cliff was originally called "Lianzhu Mountain" or "Lianzhu Mountain". It is said that there is a magical power to lock the lock and it will not fall for a long time. It is called Lock Mountain. It is a natural scenic area integrating mountain climbing, range climbing and exploration. .

There are more than 100 large and small scenic spots in the scenic area, such as the "Zhurong" statue, "Orange Song Garden", Guixiang Temple, Wagang Village, and Soul-Calling Platform.

Among them, I am quite interested in Guixiang Temple (this is entirely due to my personal interest in Buddhist history and Buddhist architecture).

Guixiang Temple was named in commemoration of Qu Yuan’s return to his hometown. It has a history of more than 1,700 years. It is the oldest temple with the richest cultural connotation in the Three Gorges area. It is also the only three religions in the Three Gorges area. Thousand-year-old temple.

The Guixiang Temple is built on the cliff. Standing on the cliff, standing in front of the Guixiang Temple, you can have a panoramic view of the scenery of Xiling Gorge and the beautiful scenery of Gaoxia Pinghu.

Xilingxia Village Recommendation Index

Accommodation + dining at Manyun No. 1 B&B. There are many farmhouses near the B&B, which are of high quality and low price.

The recommended attractions are mainly Lianzi Cliff

D3 Xilingxia Village - Zigui County (Quyuan's hometown cultural tourism area + Three Gorges Dam + Muyu Island, buy souvenirs) - Three Gorges Bamboo Sea Ecological Scenic Area

Zigui is the hometown of the great patriotic poet Qu Yuan and one of the birthplaces of Chu culture.

It is located at the foothills of Woniu Mountain on the north bank of the Yangtze River, on both sides of the Xiling Gorge of the Yangtze River, and at the head of the Three Gorges Project Dam. It is the "Hometown of Chinese Folk Culture and Art", "China's Most Beautiful Location", and "The Hometown of Chinese Dragon Boat Festival". ", "Hometown of Chinese Poetry", it is one of the most popular tourist towns in Yichang, Hubei Province.

Zigui County is surrounded by mountains, offering unlimited scenery and many popular attractions. Among them, Qu Yuan’s hometown cultural tourist area, Muyu Island and the Three Gorges Dam are very classic.

Qu Yuan’s Hometown Cultural Tourism Area + Three Gorges Dam + Muyu Island

Qu Yuan’s Hometown Cultural Tourism Area is a national 5A tourist attraction, facing the Three Gorges Dam across the river, with a straight-line distance of only 600 meters. , you can enjoy the panoramic view of the Three Gorges Dam and the beautiful scenery of the Gaoxia Pinghu Lake up close.

Here, you can visit the Dragon Boat Festival culture, Quyuan culture, Xiajiang culture and immigrant culture at the same time.

Quyuan Temple is the core of the scenic spot. It was built in the 15th year of Yuanhe in Tang Dynasty. Its original site is Quyuantuo, 5 miles east of Guizhou. In the third year of Yuanfeng in the Song Dynasty, Zhao Xu, Shenzong of the Song Dynasty, granted Qu Yuan the title of "Qing Lie Gong", also known as the "Qing Lie Gong Temple".

However, due to the construction of the Gezhouba Water Conservancy Project and the construction of the Three Gorges Dam, the Qinglie Temple was relocated twice.

The first time it was moved to Xiangjiaping, 3 miles east of Guizhou City, and the second time it was moved to Fenghuang Mountain in Zigui County, which is the Quyuan Temple seen today. Qu Yuan Temple faces west and faces east, with a symmetrical layout along the central axis, which contrasts with the Three Gorges Dam.

Locals said that Qu Yuan could appreciate the majesty of the Three Gorges Dam without leaving his home. The Three Gorges Dam is the largest hydropower project in the world today and one of the 30 best new tourist attractions in the Three Gorges of the Yangtze River.

The Three Gorges Dam located in Zigui County is the Three Gorges auxiliary dam. The dam crest elevation is 185 meters, the maximum dam height is 104 meters, and the total anti-seepage axis length is 1840 meters. It is to protect the Maoping River Basin in Zigui County Thousands of acres of fertile farmland were specially built to prevent it from being flooded by the Three Gorges Reservoir. Since the auxiliary dam belongs to the military management area, it is not open to the public and can only be viewed from a distance.

If you want to watch it at close range (straight-line distance of 600 meters), Qu Yuan’s hometown cultural tourist area is the best viewing location.

Muyu Island is Zigui people’s own city park, but because of the infinite scenery, I can’t help but recommend it.

The majesty of the Three Gorges Dam can also be seen on Muyu Island. It is only 800 meters away from the Three Gorges Dam. The exit is opposite the Three Gorges Dam, and there is a sky mirror nearby.

Muyu Island is named after its shape resembling a wooden fish. Muyu Island, which is integrated with the mountain trend, also looks like the head of a giant dragon. It was named "China's famous national fitness landscape" by the State Sports General Administration.

It is integrated with Quyuan Temple and becomes part of the Three Gorges Quyuan Cultural and Ecological Tourism Area. The dragon boat activities of the Dragon Boat Festival are held here, Xujiachong Harbor.

Qu Yuan’s Hometown Cultural Tourism Area Recommendation Index

Ticket price is 90 yuan/person

Immersive light and shadow show ticket price is 128 yuan/person

Tour highlights include Qu Yuan Temple, Three Gorges Dam Observation Deck, Dragon Boat Festival Customs Museum, Qingtan Folk Museum, Banxiu Museum, Xiajiang Wood Sculpture, etc.

Photography Drone aerial photography is prohibited in the scenic area. If you want to take photos, you must report in advance. If you have permission to take aerial photos of the Three Gorges Dam, you can only take aerial photos of the back of the Three Gorges Dam. Do not fly to the front of the Three Gorges Dam, which is a military management area.

Recommended souvenirs: Qu Gu Industry Tourist Spots Everyone knows Qu Yuan, but not necessarily Qu Gu.

Qu Gu, Qu Yuan’s sister. His intelligence, virtuousness, kindness and other virtues were deeply praised by later generations. In the minds of Zigui people, his status can be compared with Qu Yuan.

You can buy navel orange cake, tea fruit granules, orange + honey, and Qugu wine at Qugu Industrial Tourist Point.

Three Gorges Bamboo Sea Ecological Scenic Area

In the scenic area, there are secluded bamboos, small bridges and flowing water, mountains, waterfalls, dense vegetation, and many bamboo species. It is characterized by mountains, trees, It is famous for its caves, bamboos, water and waterfalls. Because of its unique geographical area and warm and humid climate, it is known as the "natural oxygen bar of the Three Gorges area".

Classic tourist attractions include Dragon King Cave, Bamboo Sea Bathing Beach, Famous Bamboo Garden, Sandiaoshui Waterfall, Endangered Botanical Garden, etc. Internet celebrity check-in spots include dragon boat experience, 7D glass bridge, glass slide, and shouting on the clouds Springs, cliff swings, etc.

Adventurous and intense entertainment projects include mountain spring rafting, high-altitude zip lines, etc.

Among them, with the arrival of the Dragon Boat Festival, the dragon boat experience in Shengshui Lake must not be missed.

Surrounded by green bamboos, swimming among them makes you feel like you are outside the world. The thrilling mountain spring rafting is the most worthwhile experience in the Three Gorges Bamboo Sea Ecological Scenic Area.

The mountain spring slides and floats are built along the mountain and pass through the mountain bamboo sea. Under aerial photography, it looks like a giant dragon entrenched in the bamboo sea. Tourists take a rubber boat and circle down, and can enjoy the sea of ??bamboo, terraced fields and sea of ??clouds at the same time.

The total length of the slide is nearly 1,500 meters, with a drop of nearly 100 meters. It is the natural mountain spring water slide with the largest mileage and drop in the surrounding areas of Yichang. Some people call it a "water roller coaster".

Recommendation index

Ticket price is 88 yuan/person

Recommended experience projects include dragon boat experience, 7D glass bridge, glass slide, shouting spring on the cloud, cliff swing, Mountain spring rafting and zip lining.

The best transportation is Yichang East Station, which has a direct train to the scenic spot.