Nanchang Travel Guide
Nanchang, often referred to as Hongcheng or the “City of Heroes,” is the capital of Jiangxi Province. It earned its reputation as a heroic city due to the historic “August 1st Nanchang Uprising” and was famously described by the Tang dynasty poet Wang Bo as a place where “nature’s treasures abound and outstanding individuals emerge.” Nanchang is a city rich in history and culture.
Bisected by the Gan River, Nanchang is a green city surrounded by verdant mountains and dotted with lakes, making it a true water city. The city’s development is closely tied to water, and it is often described in the old local saying: “Seven gates, nine prefectures, eighteen slopes, three lakes, and nine ports connecting the Gan and Poyang.” It’s also praised as a “green pearl” along the Beijing-Kowloon railway.
The best time to visit Nanchang is during the spring and autumn seasons. In spring, the city experiences concentrated rainfall, bringing the landscape to life with blooming flowers and lush greenery. In autumn, the skies are clear and the air is crisp, making it the perfect time to visit the nearby Poyang Lake, where thousands of migratory birds gather each year to overwinter, creating a magnificent spectacle.
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Nanchang is so much fun! I’ll definitely come back next time.
Our group of five spent just over 2000 yuan (not including high-speed train costs).
We ate a lot, and there were many people queuing up. The food was super spicy.
We rode the Ferris wheel and I recommend going at night; the night view is beautiful.
If a few friends want to go out for food and fun to relax, Nanchang is a pretty good choice!
I do not recommend staying around Bayi Square and Tengwang Pavilion. The area is very dilapidated, and the road construction is chaotic with no traffic rules in sight. Electric scooters run rampant, ignoring traffic lights, and vehicles change lanes without yielding to pedestrians. The road planning in the old city is seriously problematic, and I felt like I was at risk of being hit at any moment. It’s better to stay near Nanchang Station instead; it’s only about three stops… Read more »
I went to Nanchang and noticed that there were roadworks everywhere! It’s really inconvenient. If you love delicious food, this is a place worth visiting!
My impression of Nanchang is quite average; it’s not suitable for city walking. Many areas are undergoing construction, the streets feel a bit crowded, and there’s a lot of dust. Many intersections lack sidewalks, forcing you to take detours or use underground passages, which led me to walk unnecessarily long distances. However, the food in Nanchang is plentiful and reasonably priced, which is a plus.