Top 10 attractions in Hunan, China
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Wulingyuan Scenic and Historic Interest Area（武陵源自然风景区）
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Wulingyuan Scenic and Historic Interest Area [china-zhangjiajie.com] |
The Wulingyuan Scenic and Historic Interest Area is located in Zhangjiajie City, about 265 kilometers (164.66 miles) away from the provincial capital of Changsha, Hunan Province.
Covering an area of more than 26,000 hectares, Wulingyuan is composed of the world-famous Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, the Tianzishan mountain range and the Suoxi Valley, which all together offer visitors a large number and variety of scenic sights. It is known for its beautiful forests, odd-shaped rock formations, exquisite canyons, limestone caves and jaw-droppingly stuning panoramic views. It is also home to a wide number of endangered plant and animal species.
The area was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1992.
Admission: 248 yuan (US$39.22)/person
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