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Xiangyang
Prefecture-level city in Hubei, People's Republic of China

Xiangyang

Xiangyang is the second-largest prefecture-level city by population in northwestern Hubei province, China.

Plan a trip to Xiangyang→From Wuhan (Huangpi)

It was known as Xiangfan from 1950 to 2010. The Han River runs through Xiangyang's centre and divides the city north–south. The city itself is an agglomeration of two once separate cities: Fancheng and Xiangyang, and was known as Xiangfan before 2010. What remains of old Xiangyang is located south of the Han River and contains one of the oldest still-intact city walls in China, while Fancheng is located to the north of the Han River. Both cities served prominent historical roles in both ancient and pre-modern Chinese history. Today, the city has been a target of government and private investment as the country seeks to urbanize and develop the interior provinces. Its built-up area made up of 3 urban districts had 2,319,640 inhabitants at the 2020 census while the whole municipality contained approximately 5,260,951 people.

Get in

Getting to Xiangyang

  1. 01
    Xiangyang Liuji Airport
  2. 02
    Xiangyang Railway Station
  3. 03
    Xiangyang East Railway Station
  4. 04
    Nanzhang Railway Station
Do

Things to do

In Xiangyang, visitors can not only explore historical sites but also experience the city’s vibrant culture and diverse activities, discovering its unique charm and vitality.

  1. 01
    Tangcheng Scenic Area
  2. 02
    Guanjia Lane

    Guanjia Lane is a historic street in the Ancient City that blends tradition and modern culture.

  3. 03
    OCT Fantasy Land Scenic Area
  4. 04
    Xin Shenyun Hanjiang Cruise
Eat

Where to eat

Xiangyang’s cuisine blends Jingchu flavors with local characteristics, known for its freshness, richness, and simplicity, reflecting the city’s unique regional taste and cultural charm.

How locals move

Getting around Xiangyang the local way

  • Go nextIt can be a day trip out of Xiangyang (2 hour bus each way), but there are also places to stay on the mountain both for tourists and longer-term guests.

From Wikivoyage: Xiangyang, CC BY-SA. Not yet checked by us. Last edited 2026-02.

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