【New Ways to Experience Xiaogan】Travel Through a Millennium of Filial Piety Culture! Huaiyin River Night Tour, Xiangyun Bay Ancient Costume Check-in

🌟【New Ways to Experience Xiaogan】Travel Through a Millennium of Filial Piety Culture! Huaiyin River Night Tour, Xiangyun Bay Ancient Costume Check-in, this city of filial love can no longer be hidden! > Every day in Xiaogan feels like traveling between history and reality. This city named after "filial piety" has surprised me with its cultural heritage and innovative experiences! The first time I sat on a boat on Huaiyin River, watching the lights on both banks change with the performance of "Huaiyin Boat Story," and seeing the story of Dong Yong and the Seventh Fairy come to life before my eyes, I was instantly amazed by the city’s creative way of "revitalizing" a millennium of filial piety culture. In 2025, Xiaogan’s tourism experience has been fully upgraded—from immersive night tours to ancient-style photo spots, from filial culture festivals to authentic local cuisine, this "Chinese Filial Culture Famous City" gave me a perfect three-day, two-night deep experience! --- 🏯 **Must-Visit Attractions** **1. Huaiyin River Night Tour: Immersive Experience of "Huaiyin Boat Story"** As a new cultural tourism brand of Xiaogan, the Huaiyin River banks glow with colorful lights at dusk. The boat tour transforms about 3 kilometers of the river into a three-dimensional theater, where sound, light, and electric technology bring filial piety stories like Dong Yong and the Seventh Fairy to life. I especially chose the **weekend night session**; when classic scenes like "Magpie Bridge" and "Weaving Silk" are performed amid the sound of oars and lights, it truly feels like "the boat is sailing in a painting, and people are wandering in a play." After disembarking, you can stroll along the shore and try rice wine and maltose candy. **2. Yunmeng Xiangyun Bay: Time Travel to Tang and Song Dynasties** The newly opened Xiangyun Bay Scenic Area in 2025 features white walls, black tiles, small bridges, and flowing water with Hui and Su-style ancient architecture. When the lights come on at night, it feels like traveling back to the Tang and Song dynasties. I specifically went after **7:30 PM**; the light show and shadow walkway are very dreamy. There is also a Hanfu rental shop in the park, so you can wear ancient costumes for photos—every shot looks like a masterpiece. The area is free to enter, and there are fireworks shows on holidays, making it well worth a visit. **3. Shuangfeng Mountain National Forest Park: The Highest Peak in Northeast Hubei** As the highest peak in northeast Hubei, Shuangfeng Mountain stands at 873.7 meters. The newly added 1.2-kilometer cloud walkway in 2025 allows visitors to overlook the sea of clouds as if ascending to a fairyland. I started hiking at **8 AM** to avoid crowds and was rewarded with a spectacular sea of clouds at the summit. The "Hero Slope" has 208 steps, symbolizing the spirit of filial piety. In spring, there is a sea of azaleas; in autumn, the mountain is covered with red leaves. **4. Dong Yong Park: Core Experience of Filial Culture** Dong Yong Park is one of the core carriers of Xiaogan’s filial culture, centered on legends like Dong Yong selling himself to bury his father and the fairy descending to earth. The park features the Filial Son Shrine, Fairy Pool, and Huaiyin Tree. The park is free to enter, and there are often free Chu opera performances at **dusk**. The 400-year-old ancient ginkgo tree is also a popular photo spot. Near the park entrance, the old rice wine shop offers osmanthus rice wine paired with maltose candy, an excellent way to taste Xiaogan’s flavors. 🎎 **Special Experiences** **1. Participate in Filial Culture Festivals** If the timing is right, you can follow and join Xiaogan’s branded cultural festivals. For example, the 2025 Filial Culture Tourism Festival combined with the "Qixi" (Chinese Valentine’s Day) theme features intangible cultural heritage creative experiences and marriage markets at places like Tianxian City. The atmosphere is lively, allowing a deep appreciation of local culture. **2. Ancient Style Photography and Intangible Cultural Heritage Handicrafts** At scenic spots like Xiangyun Bay, you can rent Hanfu and take photos in antique-style settings. Additionally, you can experience intangible cultural heritage projects such as carved paper-cutting and Yunmeng shadow puppetry to feel the charm of traditional culture. 🍜 **Food Recommendations** Xiaogan’s cuisine is full of local flavor, making every meal a feast: - **Xiaogan Rice Wine**: A must-try signature specialty, milky white and sweet. I recommend the old shop near Dong Yong Park. - **Yunmeng Fish Noodles**: Noodles made from fish meat, smooth in texture, can be eaten in soup or stir-fried. - **Xiaogan Maltose Candy**: A crispy and sweet traditional delicacy, perfect as a souvenir. - **Yingcheng Shazi Bread**: A local snack baked with cobblestones, uniquely flavorful. 🏨 **Accommodation and Transportation** - **Accommodation Options**: You can stay in downtown Xiaogan at hotels like Yuji Hotel, which have excellent locations and convenient transportation; if you want to experience hot springs, consider Tangchi Hot Spring Hotel in Yingcheng. - **How to Get There**: High-speed trains arrive at **Xiaogan East Station** or Yunmeng East Station, both with convenient transport. Driving from Wuhan to downtown Xiaogan or Yunmeng County takes about **1.5 hours**. 💡 **Practical Information** **Best Time to Visit**: The **spring and autumn** seasons have pleasant weather. Keep an eye on official information and visit during special events like the **Filial Culture Tourism Festival** for a richer experience. **Suggested Itinerary (3 days, 2 nights)**: * **Day 1**: Arrive in Xiaogan -> Dong Yong Park (experience filial culture) -> Huaiyin River Night Tour (immersive "Huaiyin Boat Story" performance). * **Day 2**: Shuangfeng Mountain National Forest Park (hiking and sightseeing) -> Afternoon to Yunmeng County -> Xiangyun Bay (ancient style photography and night views). * **Day 3**: Visit Yunmeng Xiangshan Museum or Xiaogan City Museum -> Taste local cuisine -> Return trip. --- Every day in Xiaogan, I immersed myself in its profound filial culture heritage and innovative cultural tourism experiences. By day, I explored famous historical sites and felt the weight of history; by night, I enjoyed novel cultural tourism projects and admired the city’s brilliance. This city not only inherits millennia of filial love stories but also presents them vibrantly to the world. If you are looking for a **culturally rich and innovative** travel destination, Xiaogan is definitely your top choice! I believe this "City of Filial Love" will also captivate you and leave unforgettable travel memories. **Feel free to leave your Xiaogan experiences or questions in the comments below~👇**