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🏞 Changsha One-Day Cultural & Food Tour: Aiwan Pavilion, Museums & Local Delights

#summervacay Step into history, culture, and irresistible flavors — all in a single day in Changsha, the capital of Hunan! 🏯🌶️ 📍 Morning 1️⃣ Hike at Yuelu Mountain + Visit Aiwan Pavilion A poetic gem hidden in the mountains — this centuries-old pavilion is surrounded by maple trees that turn fiery red in autumn. It’s inspired by the Tang Dynasty poem “Parking my carriage to admire the evening maples.” 🍁 2️⃣Explore Yuelu Academy (岳麓书院) One of the oldest academies in China dating back to the Song Dynasty, it's a peaceful place full of ancient wisdom and architectural beauty. 🕛 Afternoon 3️⃣ Hunan Provincial Museum Home to the famous Han Dynasty “Lady Dai” mummy and the treasures of the Mawangdui Tombs. Discover ancient silk, lacquerware, and perfectly preserved history. 🏺📜 (Tip: Book tickets online in advance!) 🌇 Evening 4️⃣ Sunset Stroll at Orange Isle Walk along the Xiang River, admire the skyline, and check out the iconic Mao Zedong Youth Sculpture. Perfect way to wind down with golden hour views. Dinner & Night Market at Pozi Street or Taiping Street Dive into local snacks like stinky tofu, sugar-glazed rice cakes, grilled skewers, and more. Street food heaven! 🌃 #changshatravel #aiwanpavilion #yuelumountain #mawangdui #hunanmuseum #spicyhunancuisine #streetfoodadventure #stinkytofulove #orangeisleviews #culturalchina
Posted: Jul 28, 2025
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