Wuhan,China
November 24-27,2008

Travel in Hubei province & Wuhan city

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Wuhan is a city with both an ancient history and a thriving present. Historic relics excavated from ancient tombs tell the city's long history dating back 3,500 years. In the period of Pre-Qin (770 B.C. - 221 B.C.), this was the land of the State of Chu (one of the seven warring states before Qin, in China's first feudal dynasty) and was the cradle of the brilliant Chu Civilization.
There is so much to see and experience in and around Wuhan.Within Wuhan City, Hubei Provincial Museum , Yellow Crane Tower and Guiyuan temple are three places always attracting travellers who are interested in ancient Chinese history and culture.

Hubei Provincial Museumbr

The Hubei Provincial Museum, established in 1953, contains the most important collections of artifacts in the province. Among all its exhibits, the most prominent are its abundant unearthed relics, including stone ware, pottery, bronze, and lacquer ware. A large number of heritages of the Qujialing Culture and the Warring States Period (475-221BC) are the most precious, for instance, the sword of King Goujian of the Yue State unearthed in Jiangling, and Zeng Houyi Bells excavated in Sui County, all renowned both at home and abroad. Covering a space of 40,000 square meters, the Museum houses more than 140,000 pieces of collections.The most famous treasure is the Chime Bells, which is the largest bronze musical instrument ever discovered. In the Music Hall, musicians wearing ancient clothes play a replica of the Chime Bells.

Yellow Crane Tower

Located on the south bank of the Yangzi River, the Yellow Crane Tower said to have been built in 333 during the Three Kingdoms period. In the centuries that followed, it was destroyed and rebuilt several times. In history, the tower inspired many poets and artists.Enjoying the fame of 'The First Scenery under Heaven', it is one of the most renowned towers south of the Yangtze River. Its cultural significance led to its being made the symbol of Wuhan City.

Guiyuan Temple

First constructed in 1658 during the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), the temple now enjoys a history of nearly 400 years. The temple has suffered frequent damage, followed by restoration or reconstruction after each destruction. The existing structures were recreated in 1864 and 1895 as well as during the Republication Period.Covering an area of 46,900 square meters with a floor space of 20,000 square meters, the temple mainly consists of Daxiongbaodian Hall, Arhat Hall, Sutra Collection Pavilion, etc.


Around Wuhan

Wudang Mountain
Three Gorges of Yangtze River
Shennongjia National Nature Reserve