About Zhangjiajie
Zhangjiajie (张家界 Zhāngjiājiè) is a small provincial city in northwestern Hunan Province, China. It is significant for its proximity to Tianmen Mountain and Wulingyuan.
Source: Wikipedia
Essential Information
Currency
Chinese yuan (CNY)
Symbol: ¥
Language
Chinese
Phone Code
+86
International dialing code for China
Driving
Drive on the right
Standard for China
Region
Asia
Eastern Asia
How to Get to Zhangjiajie
Transportation options and arrival information
Zhangjiajie is about 250 km (155 mi) northwest ofChangsha.
Getting Around Zhangjiajie
Local transportation and navigation tips
Zhangjiajie Central Bus Station operates minibusses that will take you next to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park's entrance. You do not need to buy a ticket at the Central Bus Station ticket window, simply go through security, keep to the left and make your way outside through Exit 1. The bus fare to the park is ¥12, and you pay the driver directly. Keep in mind that these are older minibusses that are used primarily by local commuters to their job sites. Many stops will be made to pick up and dr
Safety in Zhangjiajie
Moderate Safety (Global Peace Index: 2.01)
About the Global Peace Index: Global Peace Index measures peacefulness on a scale of 1 (most peaceful) to 5 (least peaceful)
Where to Stay in Zhangjiajie
Accommodation tips and recommendations
Accommodation in Zhangjiajie is typically around ¥170. There are many options within walking distance surrounding the train/bus station. There are many hotels and shops outside the Forest Park Ticket Station, which are very lively. Some tourists choose to live here, but it is not as convenient as living in the park.
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
1 protected sites near Zhangjiajie
Things to See in Zhangjiajie
1 landmarks and points of interest
Tianmenshan Temple
Buddhist temple in China
Source: Wikidata
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