As early as the Spring and Autumn Period, Changsha was one of the key strategic locations for the Chu state to occupy the south. After the establishment of the Han Dynasty by Liu Bang, it was renamed Linjiang in 206 B.C.
Since the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC-AD 24), many historic sites have been left, including Yuelu Academy, Aiwan Pavilion, Lushan Temple and Wangxiang Pavilion.
If not too weary after a day of sightseeing, the ambiance on Shaoshan Lu and Furong Lu in the post midnight hours should prove enjoyable to those who enjoy nightlife.
Xiang Embroidery (Xiang Xiu) is regarded in China as one of the four best embroidery types along with the Suzhou & Sichuan embroidery and the Yue embroidery from Guangdong.
Tan Dun is an Academy Award winning Chinese contemporary classical composer, most widely known for his scores for the movies Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon and Hero.
Largest Zhuang embroidery shines in Shanghai
Expo Anhui Week preparation into sprint period
Qinghai impresses Expo visitors
Tea West Lake
Temple Su Dongpo
zhouzhuang
Fans Embroidery
Garden Fuzimiao
Zhonghua Gate
Nanjing Salted Duck
