A Guide to Furong Ancient Waterfall TownYou’ll feel like you’ve stepped into a fairytale in this town that’s over 2,000 years old! Furong Ancient Waterfall Town is just a short ride from Zhangjiajie National Forest Park in Hunan, China, and features lush mountains, cascading falls, and traditional architecture. This place is magical ✨AuthorsSteller
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Things to See & Do

Furong Ancient Town (Wangcun)
Explore the Tujia ethnic heritage, cascading waterfalls, and magical views of this little town near Zhangjiajie. There is so much to see and do, from day to night, here!
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Day Tour for Mengdong River Rafting and Furong Town from May to October
Glide down rushing waters past towering mountains and through misty falls on this river tour excursion. Explore and dine in the famous "waterfall town" of Furong, too! There is so much adventure and culture in just one trip!
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Mengdong River Rafting Adventure and Furong Old Town Private Tour
Go on an adventure as you ride rushing waters past small towns, stopping in the famous Furong Ancient Town, known for being straight out of a fairytale. Your knowledgeable guide will show you around.
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Youshui Gallery
Head across the river to this beautiful gallery where you can see hand-painted works of this wondrous region in China. Take home a unique souvenir!
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Furongzhen
See the well-preserved Tujia Diaojiaolou buildings, walk Wuli Street, visit the Folk Museum, and of course, snap lots of photos here!
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Wangcun Pubu
Come here in the evening for panoramic views as Furong begins to light up under the evening sky!
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芙蓉古镇
Take a boat across the river to see these waterfalls in all their glory.
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Youshui Wharf
Wander the waterfront, spotting passing boats, and snap a photo of the picturesque red bridge.
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Places to Eat & Drink

Viewing Platform Restaurant
Dine along the cliffs and waterfalls of Furong while trying Hunan-style cuisine, known for its bold and rich flavors.
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Tujia Yuan Restaurant
This is a popular place to eat just outside of downtown. Make sure to try Tujia-style preserved pork, sour fish soup, and stinky tofu!
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Furong Farm Restaurant
This is a great little restaurant, just outside of town, where you can sample traditional cuisine.
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Where to Stay

Tuwang Palace Babutang Hotel
This hotel on the hillside has an incredible view of the cascading waterfalls around the town!
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Furong Town Baihe Wharf Inn
Rooms here have balconies with views along the rushing river in town.
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Guixin Inn
A hotel that some say is the best place to stay in Furong Town. It offers a free pickup service from the railway station and people say the service is excellent.
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