Exploring Western Hunan! Unlock the Stunning Charm of Ancient Towns and Miao Villages
by Lee Harper;14
May 31, 2025
D1: Arrive at Furong Town Station in the afternoon - Furong Town Night View - Free Folk Performance
D2: Furong Town - You Shui Gallery Boat Tour - Red Stone Forest Geological Exploration - High-speed Train Return
🍲 Featured Food Recommendations:
Blood Rice Duck|Cured Meat|Duck Feet with Wild Vegetables|Handmade Glutinous Rice Cake
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🌉【Furong Town Detailed Guide】
· The town is small; the core area can be explored in 3 hours.
· The rock-jumping area above the waterfall is closed at night, but the "Water Curtain Cave" route below the waterfall is open all day, perfect for photos!
· Best panoramic photo spot: Shenpu Camp Square, the night lights + waterfall are stunning📸
· ❌ Warning: The scenic area management is chaotic, staff give inconsistent information about boat tickets; the Tusi Mansion, Copper Pillar, and other cultural sites are closed long-term, plan your itinerary carefully!
🚤【You Shui Gallery Boat Experience】
· Only accessible by boat, one-way 1 hour direct to Red Stone Forest, return by shuttle bus (30 minutes back to Furong Town).
· This is the ancient site of Qin and Han "Youyang," take the boat to retrace the "Chu-Shu Waterway," letting kids feel the historical atmosphere~
· Occasionally see monkeys chasing the boat on the shore🐒! But the scenery in the second half is repetitive, bring some snacks to pass the time.
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🎫【Ticket Pitfall Avoidance Guide】
✅ Option 3 is the most cost-effective: Furong Town 2-day ticket + You Shui Gallery boat ticket + Red Stone Forest ticket (additional tickets later are expensive!)
✅ During peak seasons like May Day, there are only 3 boat trips per day! Be sure to confirm the schedule at the visitor center in advance⏰
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💡 Family Tips:
· The free performance quality is average, don’t expect too much, just a nice break.
· The shuttle bus returning from Red Stone Forest may leave 30 minutes earlier than announced, allow flexible time!
· Overall, recommend shooting night views at dusk + daytime geological study; management is tricky but the scenery is unique, stay relaxed when traveling with kids~
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