Changsha boasts many regionally-produced crafts, among which Xiang embroidery is probably the most famous. Xiang embroidery is ranked among the four best silks in the nation, and is compared with such stunning materials as Sichuan brocade and Yue ... Read More>>
Fried Stinky Tofu (Smelly tofu) 油炸臭豆腐 Much like a good slice of limburger cheese, the stench and appearance of Stinky Tofu is quite deceptive. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, this salty snack takes several months to prepare. Blocks of ... Read More>>
Thrice Wrapped Chicken 三层套鸡 Yolkless Eggs with Mushroom 花菇无黄蛋 Crisp Sesame Duck 长沙麻仁香酥鸭 Spicy Chicken Cubes (Mala Zi Ji) 麻辣子鸡 Chairman Mao's Red-braised Pork (Maoshi Hongshaorou) 毛氏红烧肉 Thrice Wrapped Chicken 三层套鸡 Modern legend ... Read More>>
Changsha cuisine is classified as part of Hunan Cuisine, one of China’s eight major culinary disciplines. Hunan cuisine is characterized as ‘hot and sour’, and its dishes are often as chili-laden as those of Sichuan. Garlic, shallots, and ... Read More>>
The warmest time in Changsha is July when the average temperature is 28.6°C and the area is very humid. In the evening however the temperature plummets and smart visitors should bring layers to keep warm. The most popular times to visit the city are ... Read More>>
The attractions in Changsha are quite varied, thanks to its long history and the diversity of events which have happened here. Undoubtedly the most famous former resident of Changsha is Mao Zedong, whose childhood home outside the city in Shaoshan welcomes ... Read More>>
Changsha sits at the northeast of Hunan Province in south-central China, fed by the Xiang River, west of Jiangxi and south of Hubei. It is known for its warm climate and is the economic and political capital of Hunan. Thanks to its position as the central ... Read More>>
Huanghua International Airport (CSX) (Changsha Huanghua Guoji Jichang) The Huanghua International Airport is located 26 kilometers to the east of Changsha. There are 26 airline companies operating out of the airport on 86 domestic and international routes, ... Read More>>
Thanks to the three major highways which run through Changsha and the three major bus stations in the city, the city is easily accessible by long distance bus. The Beijing–Shenzhen Freeway, the Chengdu–Xiamen and Freeway 106 connect the city to ... Read More>>
From the Changsha Railway Station, visitors can reach destinations across China and it is also a stopping point on the major Beijing-Guangzhou railway line. Travel to Beijing and Shanghai takes between 13 and 9.5 hours, while Guangzhou and Shenzhen can be ... Read More>>
Taxis in Changsha are reasonable, even by Chinese standards, starting at 6 RMB for the first two kilometers with an additional 1.8 RMB for each additional kilometer. Evening rates start at 7 RMB, and are 2 RMB for each additional kilometer. Changsha Taxi ... Read More>>
Renting a car in Changsha is a relatively budget friendly option for visitors to the area. When renting a car, a Chinese license is required, so foreigners are advised to engage a local driver, which is not much more expensive than renting the car alone. ... Read More>>
China Country Code Number: 0086 Changsha City Code Number: 0731 Emergency & Most Commonly Used Police: 110 Telephone Repairing: 112 Local Directory Assistance: 114 International Long-distance Register: 115 Fire: 119 Weather forecast: 12121/96121 Traffic ... Read More>>