Location: Xiangyang
Top Things to do in Xiangyang
Top Hotels in Xiangyang
- 1. Crowne Plaza Xiangyang, an IHG hotel
- 2. City Celebrity Hotel
- 3. Vienna Hotel Xiangfan Zhongyuan Road
- 4. Celebrity Xiangyang Hotel
- 5. Celebrity City Hotel Xiangfan Hangkong Road
- 6. Yijin International Holiday Hotel
- 7. City Comfort Inn Xiangyang Train Station
- 8. Oriental Hawaii Hotel
- 9. Nanhu Hotel
- 10. The Railway Hotel
The 10 Best Things to Do in Xiangyang, China
Xiangyang is a prefecture-level city in northwestern Hubei province, People's Republic of China. It was known as Xiangfan until December 2, 2010. Xiangyang is divided by the Han River, which runs through its heart and divides the city north-south. The city itself is an incorporation of two once separate, ancient cities: Fancheng and Xiangcheng District. What remains of old Xianyang is located south of the Han River and contains one of the oldest still-intact city walls in China while Fancheng was located to the north of the Han River. Both cities served prominent historical roles in both the Ancient and Pre-Modern Periods of Chinese history. Today, the city is, after the capital Wuhan, the second largest in the province, located about halfway between Wuhan and Xi'an. It is considered one of the third tier cities in China and has been a target of government and private investment as the country seeks to urbanize and develop the interior provinces.
Restaurants in Xiangyang
1. Xiangyang Ancient City Wall
Overall Ratings
4 based on 72 reviews
Reviewed By Gabriel P - Hong Kong, China
A very impressive place, very clean and well maintained. It is a few miles walk but you can also hire a bicycle very cheap. There is also a service with a tour guide on a golf car. you need at least 3 to 4 hours to walk the entire wall but you can do it in 1 hour with the bicycle enjoying the different views around the wall.
My recommendation is to make the visit in the afternoon, after sunset, all the wall lights are on and you will enjoy the best views.
2. Gulongzhong Scenic Resort
Overall Ratings
4 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By Peter W - Coupeville, Washington
This is a very popular spot for local families, and the occasional, teenage couple, to visit and enjoy nature. The location is very pleasing with views of nearby hills.
There are ponds and water features in several locations.
There are park maintenance personnel constantly sweeping and picking up litter so it continues to look clean regardless of how many visitors there are.
3. The drum and bell Tower
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By Cartertravels15 - Fareham, United Kingdom
First we went to the bell tower.What amazingly steep stairs to climb up .Have never seen anything like them.At the top you see the huge bell.Very carefully descended the stairs and over to the drum tower with similar stairs,Sat down and watched an amazing performance of drummers on huge drums.Well worth timing it right to listen to them ,the whole building vibrates with the sound.
4. Migong Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By Sharon R - Omaha, Nebraska, United States
This site is quite a surprise as it's in a busy location facing the river. As you enter, the air is cooled, the noise abates, and a reflective environment unfolds. Mi Fu, calligrapher and artist, is the focus with his words etched in stone on various monuments. A garden, moat, Bridges, interesting landscape, small pagoda rooms, and a replica of his home can be seen. The architecture, statues, and Gardens are all artistic in their placement and style. A wonderful gift shop with interesting items is a must. Prices are excellent! Guides (only in Chinese) provide services. You gain a sense of this interesting individual and life at a time of riches and opulence in China.
5. Zhongxuan Tower
Overall Ratings
4 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By Peter W - Coupeville, Washington
This is a very well restored guard tower located at the corner of the old city wall. The tower is in excellent repair and is a favorite location for wedding photography. The moat is just on the outside of the wall, as opposed to the Han river by the main gate.
There are many trees nearby and it is a popular location with locals.
6. Furen City Site
Overall Ratings
4 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By 20jaredt
You will find the booking office at the north gate of north street, ¥5 to walk this section of the wall includes the drum tower at the northern end, on the far eastern end you will find him looking out to the river, also more souvenirs are sold here.
7. Duobao Pagoda of Xiangfan
Overall Ratings
4 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By Lasfour - Prague, Czech Republic
Very nice , inside and out , is better if you ready or hire a tour guide before you go , so much to see great atmosphere .... You will need more than 2 hours and cost almost 10 usd to get in and 5 more to go out at the tower.
8. Duobao Tower of Guangde Temple
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By A TripAdvisor China Member
广德寺与襄阳名胜古隆中毗邻，始建于唐代贞观年间，初名“云居禅寺”。后因明宪宗御笔亲赐“广德禅林”牌匾，改称“广德寺”至今。因其清幽，很多襄阳本地人都不知它地处哪里。广德寺在文革“除四旧”中被破坏，当时尚且没有恢复，仅剩天王殿、藏经楼、多宝佛塔等几处建筑，我国多佛塔只有七座，广德寺里的多宝佛塔始建于明弘治七年，砖石仿木结构，由塔座及塔峰两部分组成，塔身共嵌有48尊石雕佛像，为八角形。佛塔不光造型美观，而五塔立于一个塔座上，唯襄阳多宝佛塔独有，据说有印度佛教建筑的痕迹，可见其珍贵。
这是一个不受惊扰的禅界，能听见心灵的梵音浅唱，前世的心语低吟。最美丽的季节是秋季，因为这里的银杏是前年古银杏，秋季很美。清嘉靖帝曾赐以“大将军”封号的千年银杏树傲然挺立，与旁边的多宝佛塔互相映衬，构成的画卷带着清寂的静美，让人心生一片禅意。据说，明朝嘉靖年间，天气干旱，这棵银杏树曾凋谢干枯，附近居民都以为这棵树死亡了，谁知三年后这棵银杏又奇迹般地复生。
9. XiangYang MeiShiJie
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By Peter W - Coupeville, Washington
This is the Main Street in the old town just inside the city gate. The fronts of the shops must be in the original ancient style so it is very pleasing to stroll down.
There are many tourist shops here, some of better quality than others. I purchased some jade and an antique bronze bell from one of the better shops. There are also food vendors.
This is worth a stroll and some window shopping if you are in the city.
10. Lumen Temple
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