City
Changsha
Ancient Hunan Capital
Capital cityRevolutionary heritageModern amenitiesCultural hubRegional gateway
Best Time to Visit:April-May and September-October for comfortable weather.
Asia/Shanghai
CNY
Mandarin, Xiang dialect
About Changsha
Changsha is Hunan's capital and an ancient city with significant revolutionary history. The city is a modern metropolis offering shopping, dining, and cultural experiences. The Yellow Crane Tower and temples preserve heritage while contemporary development flourishes. Changsha serves as gateway to Hunan's lakes and mountains.
Highlights
1
Yellow Crane Tower and heritage sites
2
Modern city amenities
3
Revolutionary history museums
4
Local temples and culture
5
Lake and mountain access
Climate & Best Time to Visit
Subtropical climate with hot humid summers (26-36°C), mild winters (5-15°C), high rainfall especially April-August.
Getting There
Changsha has an airport with connections to major cities. High-speed rail to most provinces. Local public transport adequate.
Practical Tips
Light layers for humidity variations
Umbrella essential for rainy season
Comfortable shoes for temple and city exploration
Book heritage site visits in advance
Good restaurants and services
Quick Facts
Best Time to Visit
April-May and September-October for comfortable weather.
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Currency
CNY
Language
Mandarin, Xiang dialect