Hunan Travel Guide

Hunan, literally means south of the lake, is located in the southern area pf middle reach of Yangtze River. Most of the part is in the south of Dongting Lake, hence its name. It is said that there was a large area of hibiscus in Hunan region in the past, so that Hunan also can be called the hometown of hibiscus. Hunan boasts many historical relics, such as Yueyang Pavilion, Dongting Lake, Manwangdui Han Tomb, Phoenix Ancient City, Orange Islet, Mt. Hengshan, Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, etc…