Zhuzhou

Understand

History The history of Zhuzhou can be traced back to ancient times and spans thousands of years. Dating back thousands of years, Zhuzhou has been the foundation of numerous ancient civilizations. The ancestor of the Chinese nation, Emperor Yan Shennong, established a magnificent farming civilization on this land. The city of Zhuzhou is known as "the city pulled by the train" because, at the start of the 20th century, it was an inland city with an underdeveloped economic base. However, with the construction and development of railways, Zhuzhou has gradually become an important transportation hub. The Beijing-Guangzhou Railway and the Shanghai-Kunming Railway intersect in Zhuzhou, making it a transportation hub that connects the north and south and spans from east to west. The construction of the railway not only brought a large number of people and goods, but also stimulated the development of Zhuzhou's industry. The construction of railways also brought about a large number of employment opportunities and increased population mobility. Many individuals have secured employment in railway construction and operation, and a significant number of them have opted to establish their residence in Zhuzhou due to the railway's convenience.

Orientation Zhuzhou City is in the eastern part of Hunan Province, along the lower reaches of the Xiangjiang River. It shares borders with Pingxiang (萍乡) City, Lianhua (莲花) County, Yongxin (永新) County, and Jinggangshan (井冈山) City in Jiangxi Province to the east. To the south, it is bordered by Hengyang and Chenzhou cities. Xiangtan City is located to the west, and Changsha City is situated to the north. The average journey to these cities only takes about an hour, so many tourists choose to stay in Zhuzhou to explore the surrounding cities and enjoy "one-day trips" and "two days and one night" excursions.

Climate

Zhuzhou City belongs to the mid-subtropical monsoon climate zone. It has a mild climate with four distinct seasons. The spring temperatures are changeable, summers are hotter, autumn air is crisp, and winters are less severe cold. The region experiences abundant heat, rainfall, and droughts that are more severe than floods.

Getting there

Zhuzhou is at the intersection of the East-West & North-South railways and North-South & East-West Expressways as well.

By plane 1 Huanghua International Airport (CSX IATA 长沙黄花国际机场). (updated Oct 2023) Huanghua International Airport is about 40 minutes away from Zhuzhou. After arriving at Huanghua International Airport, you can take other means of transportation to Zhuzhou City. Ground transportation:

Airport bus: Huanghua International Airport has an airport bus to and from Zhuzhou city. The airport bus operating hours are 06:00-22:00. The frequency and departure time may vary depending on different operators and seasons. It is recommended that you check the relevant timetable in advance. Taxi: You can take a taxi to Zhuzhou from the airport taxi station. This is the fastest and shortest way to enter Zhuzhou from the airport. It is also a comfortable and direct way, but the cost is relatively high.

By train 2 Zhuzhouxi Railway Station (株洲西站), East of Zhu Shu Road, Lusong District (about 5 kilometers away from the center of Zhuzhou City and about 30-45 minutes' drive from the city center), toll-free: +86 731-12306. 24 hours. If you are traveling from Guangzhou South Railway Station, the high-speed train to Zhuzhou West Railway Station will only take you about 2.5 hours, whereas the affordable regular train will take you at least 8 hours (and costs slightly more than a quarter of the regular train fare). The departure and arrival times of the train will be provided when you purchase your ticket to help you better plan your trip. (updated Oct 2023) 3NOT EXISTING IMAGE Zhuzhou Railway Station (株洲火车站), Renmin South Road, Lusong District, toll-free: +86 951-05105, +86 731-12306. 24 hours. Visitors arriving by train usually get off at this station. The station is served by railroads (not bullet trains/intercity rail cars) from Changsha to Xiangtan and many other places. It takes 45-60 minutes from Changsha and less than an hour from Xiangtan. There are several trains throughout the day traveling in both directions, but the frequency may vary. Please check the train schedule when planning your trip. (updated Oct 2023) Ground transportation:

Public transport line: there are 2 bus routes into Zhuzhou West Station, Zhuzhou Bus T60 and Zhuzhou Bus T75. Operating hours are 06:00-22:30. Zhuzhou Bus T60 goes between Zhuzhou city and Zhuzhou West Station, if you want to go to the city you can take this bus, but it is recommended in advance that you take this bus if you have very little luggage. Taxi: You can take a cab from Zhuzhou West Railway Station to Zh

Getting around

In the city centre Cabs in Zhuzhou are plentiful and cheap (compared to Changsha). There is also a good bus network serving the city center. There is a ring road around the old city, and several major north-south, east-west and east-west roads run through the city, connecting it to other scenic areas near the city center, and buses usually run along the ring road or the first ring road. These pathways. The Old Town is within walking distance. Zhuzhou has a public bike rental program, but you need a special bike rental card unless you already have a "City Card" (issued to residents) or a public transportation card. However, there are public bikes for students in the university town that don't require a "city card" and can be used by simply scanning the code with Alipay or WeChat. Therefore, this is not a practical option for leisure travelers. Promoting local tourism, Zhuzhou opened a trolleybus in May this year. There are two lines in total, Zhuzhou Trolleybus Line 1 (24 km long, with 29 stations). It runs back and forth between the urban area and the more remote administrative districts. Zhuzhou Trolleybus Line 2 (21 km, 27 stations). Runs only to and from Zhuzhou city center. Please note that the trolley buses start and stop very early, so please pay attention to the time in advance for your traveling convenience.You can also take a trolleybus to the city center at the exit of Zhuzhou West Station. There are more than 74 bus routes as of 2023, including T1, T2, T61, and more than 492 bus stop information in Zhuzhou City.

To suburban towns Traveling between Liling, Chaling and other towns can be done by a combination of train and bus. There are three ways to get to Liling.

By bus: You can take a bus at Xiangyun Center Station in Hongqi Square, the ticket price is about ¥16 per person, every 20 minutes. The route is: Hongqi Square -Liling Bus Station -No.1 bus -Bus West Station - No.7 bus -Liling East High-speed Railway Station, the whole journey takes about 140 minutes. By train: From Zhuzhou Railway Station, you can take the train to Liling. By taxi: From Zhuzhou South Railway Station, you can take a cab to Liling, the fare is about ¥80. There are three ways to reach Chaling.

By bus: You can take a bus to Chaling from Zhuzhou Bus Station (next to Hongwei Bridge) or T360 bus stop near the train station, the journey takes about 3-4 hours and the ticket price is about ¥40/person. By train: From Zhuzhou Railway Station, you can take a train to Chaling, the ride is about 1.5 hours, and the hard seat ticket price is about ¥21.5/person. By car: You can

See

City centre 1 Zhuzhou Museum (株洲博物馆), Jianshe Middle Road, Lusong District (take bus No.60 directly to Shennongcheng Bus Station and get off), ☏ +86 731-2835-4729. Tu-Su 09:00 to 17:00 (no entry until 16:30) closed on Monday (excluding national statutory holidays) and Lunar New Year's Eve, the first and second days of the first lunar month.. The Zhuzhou Museum offers natural geography exhibitions, historical relics exhibitions, folk cultural relics exhibitions, and art exhibitions, making it an important window for tourists to learn about Zhuzhou. If you want to learn about the history of Zhuzhou, you can come and visit. (updated Oct 2023) 2 Yandi Square (炎帝广场), Top of Tiantaishan Road, Zhujiang South Road, Tianyuan District. 24 hours. Yandi Square, with the main entrance and exit of the Oriental Dragon Pagoda, integrates culture, assembly, entertainment, fitness, leisure, commerce, transportation and other functions. However, Yandi Square is 200 kilometers away from Yandi Mausoleum. The main building of Yandi Square here is a giant statue of Yandi, integrating history and culture with modern economy, promoting the spirit of Yandi as a support, revitalization of Zhuzhou for eternity, a cultural square.An international exhibition center with a total area of 13,000 m² is also planned to be built on the ground floor of the square. During major festivals, there are beautiful musical fountains to enjoy. Free. (updated Oct 2023)

3 Wenyi Road (文艺路), Wenyi Road, Lusong District (take Bus No. 60 to get off at the Central Square). This is a unique artistic path where you can see various murals created by artistic creators on the walls. It is a place to go and admire, rest, or take photos. (updated Oct 2023) 4 Wynn Wharf (永利码头), Yanjiang Road, Lusong District (take bus 90 and get off at the textile intersection of Yanjiang Rd). 24 hours. Wynn Wharf used to be the harbor center of Zhuzhou City, one of the lively sections of Zhuzhou, but with the development of the times, the wharf has been out of service for more than ten years. Nowadays it is the pier is a net red card place, where you can see a very beautiful river view, and there are many people come here to take photos, there are also many professional photographers here to help take photos for free. Free. (updated Oct 2023) 5 Xiangjiang River Scenic Spot (株洲湘江风光带), Xiangjiang Scenic Belt, Tianyuan District (east of North Binjiang Road). 24 hours. This 11.3-km-long Scenic Belt has a beautiful natural landscape. Visitors can enjoy the serene river scenery, outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, fishing,

Do

Zhuzhou Fantawild Zhuzhou Fantawild is divided into three parks. There are two amusement parks (Fantawild Adventure Theme Park, Fantawild Dreamland) and one hotel (Fantasy Dong Xiang Hotel). Two of the amusement parks are located adjacent, but tickets need to be purchased separately. 1 Zhuzhou Fantawild adventure theme park (株洲方特欢乐世界), 1 Huaqiang Road, Yunlong Demonstration Zone (云龙示范区华强路1号) (take bus no. CZ1 from either Zhuzhou's Dafeng Railway Station or Changsha's South Railway Station, bus no. D162 from the Hunan University of Technology in downtown Zhuzhou, or bus no. D163 from Zhuzhou Central Bus Station), ☏ +86 400-166-0006. 09:30-17:30. Featuring science fiction and anime as its biggest features, the park includes over 30 large-scale themed amusement projects such as "Fire Meteor", "Flying Over the Limits", and "Dinosaur Crisis". There are also opera performances suitable for tourists of all ages to visit. Standard adult tickets are ¥299, tickets for persons over 65 are ¥199, tickets for children between 1.1 and 1.4 meters in height are also ¥199; children under 1.1 meters in height are admitted free of charge but must be accompanied by an adult. (updated Oct 2022) 2 Zhuzhou Fantawild Dreamland (株洲方特梦幻王国), Yunlong Avenue, Yunlong Demonstration Zone, Shifeng District (take Tourism Bus Line 2 from Zhuzhou Station directly to Yunlong Holiday Happy Plaza Bus Station), ☏ +86 731-2253-7111. M-F 09:30-17:30, Sa Su 09:30-18:00. It is a cultural and technological theme park set against the backdrop of Chinese mythology and animation. The park includes nearly 30 large-scale outdoor amusement projects such as "Jungle Flying Dragon", "Polar Express", and "Water Over Golden Mountain". Suitable for parent-child play.There will also be different events set up for different festivals during various festivals.For example, you can see unique fireworks in the shape of love hearts in the fireworks display on Tanabata, which is suitable for couples to experience. Adult ¥299, child ¥199. (updated Oct 2023)

Other areas

3 Shennong Park (神农公园), Yanjiang Middle Road, Lusong District (take bus No. 48 to the intersection of Gongyuan Road Jianshe Road). 09:00-21:00. In Shennong Park, you can swim in the lake, and also take a Ferris wheel. This is a comprehensive park characterized by the culture of Emperor Yan. (updated Oct 2023) 4 Zhuzhou Yunlong Water Park (株洲云龙水上乐园), Shifeng District, Huaqiang Road, opposite Zhuzhou Fantasy World (take Tourist Bus Line 2 from Zhuzhou Station directly to Yunlong Holiday Plaza bus stop), ☏ +86 400-849-7766. 10:00-17:30. There are a nu

Buy

Zhuzhou is a city with a lot of shopping places with a wide range of brands to choose from. There are many shopping and leisure malls in Zhuzhou. There are many brands for you to choose from. Prices are included in order from low to high and discounts are often organized. These places are frequented by the people of Zhuzhou for shopping.

1 Zhongguling Food Street (钟鼓岭美食街), Zhong Guling Road, Lusong District (take the T1 express bus at Zhuzhou Station directly to the Central Square Bus Station). 17:00 to 03:00 the next day. This is a food street with a relatively larger pedestrian flow in Zhuzhou, and there are many types of snacks that are also highly favored by the local people. As it is a street stall, the price is relatively cheaper compared to shops. (updated Oct 2023)

2 Xujiaqiao Commercial Walking Street (徐家桥商业步行街), No.2, Jiannan Road, Lusong District. 10:00-22:00. Renewed from the old district of Zhuzhou City, consists of restaurants, bars, electronic products and various shopping centers. The century-old street here is full of historical atmosphere, and you can feel the "Old Zhuzhou" culture and the profound cultural heritage of Hunan. There are also shopping streets, food streets and other consumer places set up here, which can achieve a sense of shopping satisfaction. It can be accessed by public bus 4, 5, 7, 18 and 36 from Zhuzhou Railway Station. (updated Oct 2023) 3 Shennong Sun City Shopping Center (神农太阳城购物中心), Forest Road, Tianyuan District, ☏ +86 731-2291-3168. M-F 09:00-18:00, Sa Su 08:30-21:00. It is one of the larger shopping malls in Zhuzhou, with many built-in clothing stores, catering stores, luxury goods stores, daily department stores, etc. (updated Oct 2023) 4 Wangfujing Shopping Center (王府井购物中心), No. 999 Xinhua West Road, Lusong District (take the B60 bus from the West Square of Zhuzhou Station and get off at the Central Square bus stop). Friday Saturday 09:00-22:30; Monday-Thursday 09:00-22:00. There are many well-known brands in the mall, including clothing brands, catering brands, and some DIY handicraft shops, handicraft workshops, and other shops for fun. (updated Oct 2023) 5 Wanda Plaza (万达广场), 589 Yunlong Avenue, ☏ +86 731-2210-2888. Monday-Thursday 10:00-21:30, Friday-Sunday 10:00-22:00. Wanda Plaza has stores all over the country, this is the first one in Zhuzhou. In although not in the busy streets, but after all, is the first Wanda Plaza has a lot of traffic, business is also a lot of, many are the first Zhuzhou, there are large supermarkets Wumi supermarkets, the price is also more pro-people. (updated Oct 2023) 6

Eat

1 Fish Head with Chopped Pepper (剁椒鱼头), No. 419, the Pearl River South Road, Tianyuan District. This is a classic Hunan dish, usually cooked with fish head and chopped pepper (chili sauce), which is spicy and delicious. (updated Oct 2023) 2 Drunken Chicken (花雕醉鸡), Old Armed Forces Department Road, Lusong District, ☏ +86 156-7419-7285. 10:00-21:00. This store is one of the popular home style restaurants in Zhuzhou, with a spicy taste. Passengers who are not very keen on spicy food can choose the "slightly spicy" option. The signature dishes include "Huadiao Drunken Chicken" and "Red Oil Shrimp Smooth", which have a larger portion but a slightly higher price. (updated Oct 2023) 3 Eleven club warehouse-style self-selected dining bar (Eleven club 仓储式自选餐吧), No. 229 Qiyi Road, Lusong District. 11:00-03:00. It operates as a restaurant during the day and as a bar after 20:30. Signature drinks include craft draft beer, whiskey, and specialty cocktails, while signature dishes include herb-roasted chicken and stir-fried spaghetti with black pepper beef tenderloin. If you want to experience this bar and restaurant fusion style dining bar, you can come and try it. (updated Oct 2023)

Specialty foods Zhuzhou has many local specialties and experience the city's rich and authentic Hunan food culture.

Fu Yong Egg: Fu Yong Egg is a stir-fry dish in which the egg white and egg yolk are made separately, the white is stir-fried until fluffy, and then the egg yolk is poured on top to give it a hibiscus shape. It is usually served with various sauces and vegetables. Laoyou Noodles: Laoyou Noodles is one of Zhuzhou’s traditional delicacies and a unique rice noodle dish. The rice noodles are delicious with sauce, minced garlic, crushed peanuts and beef in sauce Stinky tofu: Stinky tofu is a classic snack in Hunan Province. This is fermented tofu with a special smell and texture, and is often eaten with chili sauce or vinegar.

Drink & nightlife

Milk tea 1 Taizi Milk (太子奶), ☏ +86 731-2256-5617. It is an old brand domestic beverage with a history since the early 2000s in Zhuzhou. If you like lactobacillus drinks, you can try them out. About ¥4 per bottle. (updated Oct 2023) 2 Heytea (喜茶), No. 599, the Pearl River South Road, Tianyuan District. 10:00-22:00. It is one of the local beverage brands in China and has many branches in Zhuzhou, making it one of the popular drinks among locals. Mostly made from tea and milk. The signature drinks include "Very Grape Cheezo", "Strawberry Mulberry-Noir Tea", "Very Persimmon Crystal", etc., with a large order quantity. (updated Oct 2023) 3 Modern China Tea Shop (茶颜悦色), ☏ +86 400-998-9577. 10:00-22:00. Modern China Tea Shop is a unique beverage brand in Hunan, with a Chinese style theme. Its representative drinks include "Youlan Latte" and "Shengsheng Oolong", with a large order quantity. Cur are branches in Zhuzhou, such as Pinghetang Shopping Mall Branch in Zhuzhou and Wanda Plaza Branch in Yunlong, Zhuzhou. (updated Oct 2023) 4 Fresh alcohol (鲜之醇), No. 8, Yanjiang Middle Road, Jianshe Street. 08:00-22:00. Hunan unique drink. There are group buying activities on Douyin that offer discounts. Signature drinks include: mango ice tea, lemon tea, etc. (updated Nov 2023)

Bar You can find some imported beers from Southeast Asia, Europe and the United States, etc. Zhuzhou's bars are a good choice for tourists who want to try local Chinese beers or feel happy.

5 11 Live Club (拾壹酒吧), Lusong District Dahan Yue Center along the river, ☏ +86 191-7336-7123, +86 731-2220-3197. 17:00-03:00. The store is decorated with a wrap-around wine wall, 20-m-long self-service wine selection cabinet, and more than 1000 classic wine drinks. Extra-long opening hours to meet customers' needs for one-stop social life. ¥10-688. (updated Oct 2023) 6 Chun-Li and King Kong Bistro (春丽和金刚小酒馆), ☏ +86 173-4266-5577. F Sa 19:00-03:00, M-Th Su 19:00-02:30. A popular bar for young people, with a wide variety of inexpensive prices. It's good for a lot of people to party here. ¥25-268. (updated Oct 2023) 7 Zhuolu Deliciousness (酌漉酒馆), On the hillside behind Tianyuan District Museum. 26:00-02:00. The store has food and drinks. Signature drinks include: craft beer (named "Zhuolu"), etc. Signature dishes include: grilled fish, cured pork ribs, mutton hot pot, etc.Parking is free all day. (updated Nov 2023)

Sleep

1 Hilton Hotel (株洲大汉希尔顿酒店), ☏ +86 731-2777-9999. There are two Zhuzhou Hilton hotels, Zhuzhou Dahan Hilton and Zhuzhou Red Flag Plaza Hilton Cheerios. Zhuzhou Dahan Hilton Hotel, located in the Lusong District of Zhuzhou, is close to the intersection of Qiyi Road and Yanjiang South Road, about 2 kilometers from the city center. Hilton Zhuzhou Hongqi Plaza is located in Zhuzhou City, Hetang District, the new commercial sister. Most travelers will choose Zhuzhou Dahan Hilton Hotel because this hotel is not only the main store but also can enjoy the Zhuzhou river view. But the cost will also be a little higher. ¥568-6988. (updated Oct 2023) 2 Vienna International Hotel (Zhuzhou Clothing Market Center Square Railway Station Store) (维也纳国际酒店（株洲服装市场中心广场火车站店）), address 428 Renmin South Road (Central Plaza), Lusong District, Zhuzhou Central Business District (520 meters away from Zhuzhou Railway Station and 45 minutes by car from Changsha Huanghua International Airport), ☏ +86 731-2851-3888. There are free parking lots, high-end meeting rooms, and Western restaurants set up. Provide laundry service, and the front desk operates 24 hours. Standard single room for one night is approximately ¥150. (updated Oct 2023) 3 Zhuzhou Meibai Luxury Hotel (株洲美柏奢选酒店), No. 388, Mount Huangshan Road, Tianyuan District (take the B17 bus from the West Square of Zhuzhou Railway Station to Hemujia Gynecology Hospital and walk 400 meters to arrive), ☏ +86 731-2280-7777. This hotel provides 24-hour business services, equipped with a 24-hour gym, laundry room, and free parking. There is also a transfer machine service, but you need to contact the hotel at least one day in advance to make an appointment. The frequency of transfer services is every 2 hours. ¥280. (updated Oct 2023) 4 Huijin Hotel (汇金酒店), No. 80, Tiantai Road, Tianyuan District (take bus B60 at the West Square Bus Stop of Zhuzhou Station and get off at the Tiantai Road Huanghe Intersection Bus Stop), ☏ +86 731-2212-8888. Check-in: 14:00, check-out: 13:00. A business hotel integrating guest rooms, catering, conferences and leisure. It is equipped with parking lot, conference hall, gym, laundry room, KTV, chess and card room and other facilities. Airport pick-up and drop-off services are available from 08:00-22:00, but a reservation is required one day in advance and the fee is ¥300. Breakfast provided: buffet, ¥69 per serving. ¥230-1070. (updated Nov 2023)

Go next

Changsha:The capital of Hunan Province, with its historical heritage, culinary culture and natural landscape, where you can experience a lot of historical culture and traditional cuisine. Xiangtan:Neighboring Zhuzhou, there are many cultural attractions related to the history of the Chinese Revolution in Xiangtan, making it a unique tourist destination. Hengyang:Where you can where you can experience the natural beauty and the idyllic landscape of the water towns. Pingxiang:Zhuzhou and Pingxiang are neighbors. However, Zhuzhou is Hunan Province and Pingxiang is Jiangxi Province.Therefore, you can quickly experience the culture between Hunan and Jiangxi.