Wuhan 3-Day Tour
East Lake Greenway + Four Great Temples
Day-by-Day Itinerary
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East Lake Greenway Cycling (Lake Path + Moshan Section) + Hubei Provincial Museum (Sword of Goujian + Chime Bells Performance) + Cherry Blossom Castle (Old Wuda Dormitory)
East Lake Greenway
The East Lake Greenway is a world-class urban greenway located within the East Lake Ecological Tourism Scenic Area in Wuhan. It encircles the beautiful East Lake, stretching 101.9 kilometers in total. It is divided into several themed areas such as Lake Central Path, Lake Mountain Path, Moshan Path, and Tingtao Path, offering an excellent place for citizens and tourists to hike, cycle, sightsee, and relax. The greenway boasts beautiful scenery, rich vegetation, and fresh air along its route, making it a great destination to get close to nature and enjoy a healthy lifestyle.
Hubei Provincial Museum
The Hubei Provincial Museum is the only provincial comprehensive museum in Hubei Province, and also a national first-class museum and a national museum jointly built by central and local governments. It houses over 240,000 cultural relics, including nearly a thousand first-class relics. Representative items include Shang and Zhou bronzes, Chu lacquerware, the Sword of Goujian, the Marquis Yi of Zeng's chime bells, and the Yuan Dynasty blue-and-white 'Four Loves' plum vase, all possessing significant historical, artistic, and scientific value. The museum is located in the East Lake Scenic Area of Wuchang District, Wuhan City, built by the East Lake with a beautiful environment. Its main exhibition halls include the Comprehensive Hall, Chu Culture Hall, and Marquis Yi of Zeng Tomb Exhibition Hall, among others. Advance reservation is recommended.
Wuhan University - Cherry Blossom Castle
Wuhan University Cherry Blossom Castle is located within Wuhan University and is one of the most famous attractions when cherry blossoms bloom in spring each year. As one of China's most beautiful universities, Wuhan University's cherry blossom season attracts a large number of visitors. Numerous cherry trees are planted around the Cherry Blossom Castle, creating a breathtaking scene like clouds and mist during the blooming season. In addition to enjoying the cherry blossoms, visitors can also appreciate Wuhan University's unique Republic of China architectural style.
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Guiyuan Temple (Hall of 500 Arhats) + Gude Temple (Burmese-style Circular Hall) + Baotong Temple (Hongshan Pagoda) + Hot Dry Noodles Breakfast
Guiyuan Temple
Guiyuan Chan Temple (also known as Guiyuan Temple) is a Buddhist temple located on Cuiwei Road, Hanyang District, Wuhan City, Hubei Province, China. It was built in the fifteenth year of Shunzhi in the Qing Dynasty (1658), covering an area of 4.67 acres (1.89 hectares). The Sutra Collection Pavilion, newly built in 1922, is the temple's treasure house. Guiyuan Temple is a famous Chan Buddhist temple in China, known as one of the 'Four Great Jungles' of Wuhan, along with Baotong Temple, Lianxi Temple, and Gude Temple. The temple preserves many Buddhist relics and artworks, especially famous for its Five Hundred Arhat statues in the Arhat Hall.
Gude Temple
Gude Temple is located in Jiang'an District, Wuhan City, Hubei Province. It is a Buddhist temple with a unique architectural style. Its architecture blends Gothic, ancient Roman, and Southeast Asian Buddhist architectural styles, with the dome of its Yuantong Treasure Hall being particularly distinctive, earning it the reputation of 'Oriental Gothic Architecture'. The temple as a whole presents an exotic charm, with red walls and green tiles, and exquisite carvings, making it an important Buddhist cultural site and tourist attraction in Wuhan.
Baotong Chan Temple
Baotong Temple (Simplified Chinese: 宝通寺; Traditional Chinese: 宝通寺; Pinyin: Bǎotōng Sì) is a Buddhist temple located at the southern foot of Mount Hongshan, Wuchang District, Wuhan City, Hubei Province, China. It is one of the 'Four Great Buddhist Temples' of Wuhan. The temple was first built during the Liu Song dynasty of the Southern Dynasties (420-479 AD), initially named 'Dongshan Temple', and was renamed 'Mituo Temple' during the reign of Emperor Taizong of Tang (618-907 AD). During the Duanping era of the Southern Song Dynasty (1234-1236 AD), Emperor Lizong of Song bestowed the name 'Chongning Wanshou Chan Temple'. A seven-story pagoda was built during the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368 AD). In the 14th year of Hongwu of the Ming Dynasty (1381 AD), Zhu Zhen, son of Zhu Yuanzhang, rebuilt the temple on Mount Hongshan. During the Chenghua era of the Ming Dynasty (1457 AD), Prince Zhu Jun'e added the Mahavira Hall. Baotong Temple was extensively expanded in 1485 and renamed 'Baotong Chan Temple', a name it has retained to this day. Existing main buildings include the Mountain Gate, Hall of Heavenly Kings, Mahavira Hall, Patriarch Hall, Life Release Pond, Jade Buddha Hall, Chan Hall, Dharma Hall, Maitreya Hall, Reception Hall, etc. Among them, the Hongshan Pagoda, started in 1280 and completed in 1291, is a seven-story, 44.1-meter-high, octagonal brick and stone pagoda, and is an important historical relic within the temple.
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Jianghan Road Pedestrian Street (Century-old Arcade Buildings) + Li Huangpi Road (Ba Gong House) + Hankou Riverfront Yangtze Night Tour + Ribs & Lotus Root Soup Dinner
Jianghan Road Pedestrian Street
Jianghan Road Pedestrian Street is located in Jianghan District, Wuhan City, Hubei Province, and is one of China's famous century-old commercial streets. It was once a concession area in Wuhan, thus preserving a large number of European and Japanese style buildings, making it one of Wuhan's iconic landmarks. The pedestrian street is lined with shops, gathering numerous brand flagship stores, dining options, and entertainment facilities, making it a great place for shopping, leisure, and sightseeing. As night falls and the lights come on, the street becomes even more lively.
Li Huangpi Road
Li Huangpi Road is located in Jiang'an District, Wuhan City, Hubei Province, and is a renowned historical and cultural street in Wuhan. With over 20 well-preserved old buildings, it is celebrated as a 'museum without walls' or a 'street museum'. This area once served as a concession for the former five nations of Russia, France, Germany, Britain, and Japan, featuring a diverse collection of European architectural styles, including Bagong House, the former site of the August 7th Meeting, and Soong Ching-ling's Former Residence. A stroll here allows visitors to experience Wuhan's century-old historical grandeur, immerse themselves in a rich exotic ambiance, and it is also a popular destination for art and literature enthusiasts to take photos and check in.
Hankou River Beach
Hankou River Beach is a famous waterfront park in Wuhan City, located on the banks of the Yangtze River. It boasts beautiful natural scenery and a wealth of recreational facilities. The park is shaded by lush trees and adorned with vibrant flowers, offering beaches, squares, sculptures, playgrounds, and more. It is an ideal place for citizens to relax, stroll, enjoy river views, and connect with nature. Here, one can not only appreciate the magnificent scenery of the Yangtze River but also experience Wuhan's unique dock culture and urban vitality.
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