Changsha Orange Island Travel Guide

Yuelu District

Scenic spot introduction:

Orange Island in Changsha, "In the cold autumn, heading north of the Xiangjiang River, at the head of Orange Island, you can see the mountains all red and the forests all dyed." It is not only known as "China's first continent", but also the largest inland continent in the world. It has been famous throughout the ages and has also left many hymns, especially Chairman Mao's "Qinyuanchun·Changsha" is the most famous. On Orange Island, people can see China's largest sculpture of Mao Zedong, enjoy the natural charm of beaches and gardens, feel the richness of history and culture, and revisit the great man's footprints throughout the ages. In summer and autumn, the brilliant fireworks on Orange Island become the most exciting and important event in Changsha.

Attractions distribution:

Orange Island is located in the middle of the Xiangjiang River, facing Yuelu Mountain to the west and Changsha City to the east, surrounded by water on all sides. On the island of 916,400 square meters, there are Mao Zedong sculptures, white marble monuments, beach parks, historical and cultural exhibition halls, Xiaoxiang celebrity club, Zhu Zhang's old ferry, citrus cultural garden, bamboo garden, plum garden, peach garden, osmanthus garden, 100 meters The high fountain, musical fountain, wedding garden, Gongji Tower, Wangjiang Pavilion, Jiangshen Temple, Juzizhou Bridge and other scenic spots can be used for sports, stargazing, camping and other activities.

Scenic spot qualifications:

National 5A scenic spot

Scenic spot features:

Leisure, sightseeing, celebrities and monuments, entertainment, parks, sculptures, exhibition halls, rivers, beaches

Scenic spot map:

Scenic spot map

Transportation

Scenic spot location:

China>Hunan Province>Changsha City>Yuelu District

How to get there:

Bus route: Take Line 3 to Juzizhou Scenic Area, and get off at Juzizhou Station on Metro Line 2 (you will not stop when passing by Juzizhou Fireworks); or take No. 109, 117, 118, 132, 152, or 301 Take Route 301, Route 317, Route 318, Route 401, Route 811, Route 903, Route 913 and get off at the west side of Juzizhou Bridge, get on the bridge and walk west.

Self-driving route: Take Xiaoxiang North Road/Middle Road to Juzizhou Bridge in Changsha City, or take Beijing-Zhuhai Expressway and Changsha Ring Expressway to reach the city from other provinces and cities.

Scenic area map:

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Tickets

Orange Island ticket price:

free

Scenic area opening hours:

All day

Travel Tips

Travel Notes of Travellers:

Travel guide: Changsha three-day free travel guide 2017

travelling guideline:

Orange Island Fireworks :

1. Discharge time: every Saturday night from May 1st to October 31st from 20:30-20:50 every year, as well as New Year's Day and It is lit on three major holidays: New Year's Eve and Lantern Festival; the lighting time will change slightly every year.

2. Best viewing locations: along the Xiangjiang River such as Middle Xiangjiang Road, Middle Xiaoxiang Road, Du Fu Jiang Pavilion, and Siyang Fangzun Square.