China Travel Navigator & Toolkit
All-in-one resources: Essential tools, curated destinations, & local insights for your China journey.
All-in-one resources: Essential tools, curated destinations, & local insights for your China journey.
The _Charming Xiangxi Show_ is a large-scale ethnic performance in Zhangjiajie, China, showcasing Tujia and Miao cultures through dance, music, and stunts. Directed by Feng Xiaogang, it features four themes—romantic, mysterious, passionate, and joyful Xiangxi—and has won accolades like "National Cultural Industry Model Base".
Yangjiajie Scenic Area, part of Wulingyuan UNESCO World Heritage Site in Zhangjiajie, is famed for its quartz-sandstone peaks, dense forests (95% coverage), and dramatic landscapes like "One Step to Heaven" (1,130m). It blends Tujia culture with geological wonders, offering trails through乌龙寨 (Bandit Village) and天波府 (Natural Fortress).
Baofeng Lake, a UNESCO-listed "World Lake Classic" in Zhangjiajie, China, is a stunning artificial lake surrounded by karst peaks. Known for its crystal-clear waters, boat rides, and cultural sites like Baofeng Temple, it blends natural beauty with Tujia folklore.
Tianzi Mountain, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in China's Hunan Province, is famed for its towering quartz-sandstone pillars, lush biodiversity, and breathtaking views. Inspired by the movie _Avatar_, it’s a geological marvel with rich Tujia folklore and seasonal beauty.
The Golden Whip Stream is a 7.5km crystal-clear river winding through Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, flanked by towering sandstone pillars like the 380m Golden Whip Rock. Known as the "Most Beautiful Valley," it offers serene hikes amid lush forests and playful macaques.
The Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge is the world’s longest (430m) and highest (300m) glass-bottom bridge, spanning a dramatic canyon in Hunan. Designed by Israeli architect Haim Dotan, it offers thrilling walks, bungee jumping, and panoramic views of Zhangjiajie’s Avatar-like landscapes.
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, China's first national forest park, is famed for its 3,000+ quartz-sandstone pillars, lush forests, and breathtaking landscapes. It inspired _Avatar_'s "Hallelujah Mountains" and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Tianmen Mountain, known as "Heaven’s Gate Mountain," is a breathtaking natural wonder in Zhangjiajie, China. Famous for its 131.5m-high Tianmen Cave, the world’s longest cable car (7,455m), and thrilling glass skywalks, it offers stunning landscapes and cultural significance.
