Hengyang is located in the central-southern part of Hunan Province and is home to Mount Heng, the Southern Great Mountain. It has been known as the 'Wild Goose City' since ancient times and is rich in natural and cultural resources.
Highlights:Mount Heng (Zhurong Peak, Nantai Temple, Zhonglie Temple, Nanyue Grand Temple), Huiyan Peak, Shigu Academy, Dongzhou Island, Cai Lun Memorial Park (Caihou Temple), Luo Ronghuan's Former Residence, Wang Chuanshan's Former Residence, etc.
Location:A transportation hub in southern Hunan, where the Beijing-Guangzhou Railway meets several expressways; Mount Heng (Nanyue) is about 40 km from Hengyang city center.
Best season:Spring and autumn (March-May, September-November) are suitable; in winter, you can enjoy rime and snow scenery on Hengshan, but the temperature on the mountain is low, so pay attention to keeping warm and transportation.
Tips:For ticket sales, cable car/sightseeing bus, and opening hours at Hengshan Scenic Area, please refer to the latest official announcements from the scenic area.
