Changde

Changde is famous for their rice noodles with beef. These can be found at most local restaurants, but you can find some of the best at the east end of walking street or outside the main gate at Number 1 Middle School (常德市一中).

Japanese noodle and sushi restaurant located on the first floor of the Better Life shopping complex. The noodles are especially good.

KFC is more popular in China than it is in its country of origin and Changde is no exception. For some deep fried American fast food, look for the Colonel. KFC is quite expensive compared to local fare, so budget accordingly.

Changde Sauce Salted Duck has crispy skin and tender meat, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with five flavors and the sweetness of the sauce. This is a famous specialty food in Changde City.Changde salted duck can be found everywhere in Changde. As long as you pay attention, you can buy authentic and delicious Changde salted duck on the street.

Changde's Spicy Pork is popular for its rich, spicy, numbing aroma and unique Hunan flavor. However, if you can't eat spicy food, we suggest you ask the restaurant to reduce the spiciness. Many restaurants and spicy hot pot restaurants in Changde will have Changde Spicy Pork as part of their menu. Alternatively, you can buy it at a Hunan specialty store on the street.

Hunan has a rich sugar water culture. You can try various sugar water, such as red bean soup, mung bean soup, etc. Especially in summer, these sugar water can help cool down. Usually the people selling sugar water are old ladies carrying poles. You can pay attention to the elderly people carrying poles on the street. Or you can just find a restaurant that will have sugar water for purchase.

This massive marketplace has the cheapest prices in Changde on a huge variety of goods. Clothing, shoes, appliances, sporting equipment, toys, stationery, and countless other items are sold here. Be sure to bargain for the best deals.