Hunan is a fantastic part of China that counts many famous scenic spots.

湖南是中国一片有着很多名胜古迹的奇妙土地。

Among these, the best-known include: Dongting Lake, the Yueyang Padoga, Fenhuang Ancient Town and the Wulingyuan Scenic and Historic Interest Area where the gorgeous Zhangjiajie National Forest Park is located.

在这些名胜古迹中，最有名的有：岳阳洞庭湖，凤凰古镇，和武陵源名胜风景区(华丽的张家界国家公园就坐落于此)。

The following are the top 10 attractions that Hunan Province has on offer. Let's take a closer look.

以下是湖南10个对外开放的景点。让我们细细品味一番吧。

Top 10 attractions in Hunan, China

Top 5: Yueyang Tower(岳阳楼)

The Yueyang Tower is an ancient architectural treasure on the shores of Dongting Lake in Yueyang city, Hunan province. It is known as one of the four famous Chinese towers. The other three are the Yellow Crane Tower in Hubei province, the Penglai Pavilion in Shandong province and the Tengwang Pavilion in Jiangxi province.

岳阳楼位于湖南省岳阳市洞庭湖畔，是古代建筑珍宝，以中国四大名塔之一著称。中国另外三大名塔分别是

湖北黄鹤楼，山东蓬莱阁和江西滕王阁。

The tower was first built around 220 during China's Three Kingdoms Period (220-280), when Lu Su, commander in chief of the forces of Wu, was sent to the area to fortify it and he trained the fleet there. The main tower bears a flying eave and helmet roof with wooden constructions in a unique style.

岳阳楼首次约建于公元220年，正是中国的三国时代，当时吴国统率鲁肃被派往岳阳楼加强它的防御工事并训练舰队。岳阳楼主楼的木制飞檐和盔顶堪称一绝。

Standing on the tower, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of Dongting Lake.

站长岳阳楼上，游客便可将洞庭湖全景一览无余。

Admission: Free

入场费：免费