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A lake with over 1,000 islands, often compared to Qiandao Lake in Zhejiang. The main attraction is the Sky City observation platform, a glass-bottomed circular deck on a mountaintop at an altitude of 520 meters, offering panoramic views over the islands. Boat tours are available to explore different routes among the islands. Recommended to allocate at least half a day for a visit.
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沼山古村桃乡 / 刘通湾古村
A 4A-level scenic area known as "Little Wuyuan of Hubei," featuring ten-thousand-acre peach orchards and the century-old Liutongwan ancient village. The village has Ming and Qing dynasty Hui-style architecture, bluestone alleys, and ancient bridges. The immersive water performance "Peach Blossom Land" is performed from late March to November.
铜绿山古铜矿遗址
A 4A-level archaeological site with over 3,000 years of mining history, dating from the Shang to Han dynasties. It was discovered in 1973 and is one of China's best-preserved ancient copper mines. The site was listed as a national historical and cultural heritage site in 1982 and was included in the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List in 2012. The museum displays bronze swords, mining tools, and well-preserved ancient mine shafts and tunnels.
滴水崖旅游区
One of the "Eight Scenic Spots of Yangxin" with a two-tier waterfall dropping about 180 meters. The waterfall creates a fine mist when water levels are sufficient, and rainbows may appear in the spray on clear days. The surrounding forest area has walking trails.
枫林地心大峡谷
A karst cave and canyon system with a 30-meter-high cave passage and an underground river. Visitors can walk through the canyon wearing waders (provided at the entrance). The route involves wading through clear water and viewing stalactites illuminated by colored lights. The full walk takes about 1.5-2 hours. The cave maintains a cool temperature year-round, making it a popular summer destination.
富池“三月三”庙会
A traditional temple fair dating back to the Northern Song dynasty, held to commemorate the Three Kingdoms general Gan Ning. The event features folk performances, intangible cultural heritage demonstrations, and local food stalls. It was listed as a provincial intangible cultural heritage in 2011. Source: Hubei Daily.
东方山风景区
A 4A-level scenic area and provincial forest park. The mountain has three main peaks and is home to the Honghua Temple, which features a thousand-year-old ginkgo tree. The Dongchang Pavilion hosts Tang-style performances in the evening. Private vehicles are not allowed on the mountain; visitors must transfer to the shuttle bus at the visitor center. Free entry; shuttle bus ¥30 round trip; Dongchang Pavilion approx. ¥59. Allow about 2-3 hours for a visit. Wear comfortable shoes as the temple area has uneven stone paths.