Departing from Changsha | High-speed train 28 minutes direct to Yueyang one-day tour

From Changsha Meixi Lake Cultural and Arts Center Metro 🚇 to the high-speed train station, you can start your one-day tour of Yueyang! It only takes 28 minutes to get from Changsha to Yueyang, this speed is simply amazing!

🌆First stop: Yueyang Tower
📍Address: 120 meters northwest of the intersection of Dongting North Road and Baoma Alley, Yueyanglou District, Yueyang City, Hunan Province
As one of the three famous towers in Jiangnan, Yueyang Tower's history can be traced back to the Three Kingdoms period, nearly 1800 years ago. The tower is three stories high, made entirely of wood, with a unique helmet-shaped roof design. Standing on the tower, you can take in the beautiful scenery of Dongting Lake, "embracing distant mountains, swallowing the Yangtze River, vast and boundless." Fan Zhongyan’s essay "Memorial to Yueyang Tower" made it world-famous. Be sure to climb the tower and personally feel the sentiment of "worrying before the world worries, and rejoicing after the world rejoices." Plus, Yueyang residents can visit Yueyang Tower for free, making it a truly treasured spot to check out 👍

🎭Second stop: Baling Square
📍Address: Dongting North Road, south side of Yueyang Tower Scenic Area
The most eye-catching feature of the square is the "Hou Yi Slaying the Ba Snake" sculpture, about 16 meters tall and weighing 2,000 tons, which uses mythology to explain the origin of Yueyang’s name "Baling." Here, to the west is Dongting Lake, and to the north is the core area of Yueyang Tower. Enjoy the lake breeze, watch the passing crowds, feel the lively atmosphere of Yueyang city, and admire the stunning scenery of Dongting Lake. When the weather is good, the sunset is breathtaking! There are many local delicacies near Baling Square, so don’t miss the fresh fish from Dongting Lake and delicious crayfish 🦞

🏯Third stop: Cishi Tower on Dongting South Road
You can walk from Baling Square to reach Cishi Tower, an ancient building with a thousand years of history. It is only for viewing and cannot be climbed, and is one of Yueyang’s iconic landmarks. The streets around the tower are perfect for city walks, with various specialty shops and photo spots, creating a great atmosphere and excellent photo opportunities! The sunset here is the most beautiful❗️Next to Cishi Tower is an old train 🚄 from the former train station. You can take a train from Yueyang Station to Dongting South Road to experience the old-style train 🚆. There are also many trendy shops nearby, a must-visit when in Yueyang ❤️

🚄Transportation: There are many high-speed trains from Changsha to Yueyang. Purchase tickets in advance on the 12306 app, and pay attention to departure and arrival station information. The local attractions in Yueyang are close to each other, making walking or taking a taxi very convenient.

🍜Food: Yueyang has plenty of delicious food. Near Baling Square, there are many snack stalls and restaurants where you can try local specialties like barbecue, shrimp cakes, Pingjiang dried tofu, and fresh fish, all a treat for your taste buds!

In just one day, you can experience the historical charm and natural beauty of Yueyang. If you’re tempted, don’t hesitate—start planning now!

Post by 21Cook_~Grace | Aug 31, 2025