This summer, Hubei Province beckons travelers from across China with a special cultural treat: the "Recite Poetry, Explore Jingchu" initiative. Nineteen scenic spots across the province have united to offer visitors the chance to exchange their knowledge for free entry into some of Hubei's most iconic attractions.
Wuhan
Mulantianchi Scenic Area (5A)
Visitors who recite the entire poem "The Ballad of Mulan (木兰辞)" at the Mulantianchi Visitor Center will receive free admission (original price: 70 yuan/person).
Activity Period: From now until August 31
Inquiry Phone: 027-61518926
Xiangyang
Gulongzhong Scenic Area (5A)
At the Yueying Flower Field Visitor Center, visitors who recite the entire "Dialogue at Longzhong (隆中对)" poem can enjoy free admission (original price: 67 yuan/person, excluding shuttle fees).
Activity Period: From now until August 31
Inquiry Phone: 0710-3775067
Lumen Mountain Scenic Area (3A)
Recite either "Failing to Hunt in Lumen (游鹿门不果)" or "Remembering the Past on Lumen Mountain (登鹿门山怀古)" to enjoy free admission (original price: 50 yuan/person).
Activity Period: From now until August 31
Inquiry Phone: 0710-2976888
Yichang
Qu Yuan's Hometown Cultural Tourism Area (5A)
Recite the first 20 sentences of Qu Yuan's "Li Sao (离骚)" or the first 20 sentences of "Questions to Heaven (天问)" to enjoy free admission (original price: 80 yuan/person).
Activity Period: From now until August 31
Inquiry Phone: 15717895513
Zhaojun Village Scenic Area (4A)
Recite two poems related to Zhaojun (昭君) to enjoy free admission (original price: 55 yuan/person).
Activity Period: From now until August 31
Inquiry Phone: 15872673777
Bailihuang Tourism Resort (4A)
Recite the full text of one of four ancient poems: "Staying at Laoting Inn" (Ouyang Xiu), "Rolling Yangtze River" (Yang Shen), "Thinking of the Beautiful Lady" (Su Shi), or "Questions to Heaven" (Qu Yuan) (first 20 sentences). Exchange for a free ticket (original price: 105 yuan/person, off-season price: 52 yuan/person) to enter and play in the park.
Activity Period: July 1 to August 31
Inquiry Phone: 0717-7971111
Xiling Gorge·San You Cave Scenic Area (4A)
Recite any poem from "Selected Poems and Writings of San You Cave (三游洞诗文选)" to enjoy free admission to San You Cave Scenic Area (original price: 65 yuan/person).
Activity Period: From now until August 31
Inquiry Phone: 0717-8862161\18086375585
Jingzhou
Chu King Chariot and Horse Array Scenic Area (4A)
(1) Visitors who consecutively recite 20 sentences from "Chu Ci (楚辞)" can exchange for a half-price coupon for adult tickets in the scenic area;
(2) Visitors who consecutively recite 30 sentences from "Chu Ci" can exchange for a free adult ticket in the scenic area (original price: 40 yuan/person);
(3) Visitors who consecutively recite 40 sentences from "Chu Ci" can exchange for a free adult ticket in the scenic area and an archery experience voucher (5 arrows).
Activity Period: July 1 to August 31
Inquiry Phone: 0716-8886999
Xiaogan
Li Bai Village Cultural Tourism Area (3A)
Recite the full text of "Toasting the Guests (将进酒)" or "Difficult Road to Shu (蜀道难)" to enjoy free admission (original price: 60 yuan/person, summer special ticket: 30 yuan/person). From July 12 to August 17, the scenic spot will host the "Midsummer Light and Shadow Show & Fantasy Li Bai Village" immersive night tour carnival (Li Bai themed night tour lights, theme performances, interactive water festival, etc.).
Activity Period: From now until August 31
Inquiry Phone: 15007296528
Huanggang
Yingshan Four Seasons Flower Sea (4A)
Recite the full text of Su Dongpo's "Thinking of the Beautiful Lady (念奴娇)" to enter the flower sea area for free (original price: 80 yuan/person).
Activity Period: From now until August 31
Inquiry Phone: 0713-7770888
Luotian Baodao Peak Scenic Area (4A)
Choose any of the following poems to recite: "When Will the Moon Be Bright (明月几时有)" from "Shuidiao Getou (水调歌头)," "He Ming (鹤鸣)" from "Shijing Xiaoya (诗经小雅)," "Ding Fengbo (定风波)," or "Shudao Nan," and enjoy one free ticket (original price: 80 yuan/person).
Activity Period: From now until August 31
Inquiry Phone: 0713-5109333
Huanggang Dongpo Red Cliff (4A)
Every day from 8:00 to 17:30, visitors can recite "Red Cliff Fu (赤壁赋)" at the gate of Dongpo Red Cliff, and they can enjoy free daytime tickets (original price: 40 yuan/ticket). Each person has one chance to challenge per day.
Activity Period: July 1 to August 31
Inquiry Phone: 0713-8358454
Luotian Sanlifan Hot Spring (2A)
Choose one of the full texts of "When Will the Moon Be Bright" from "Shuidiao Getou," "To Wife's Letter," "Toasting the Guests," or "Difficult Road to Shu," and enjoy one free ticket (original price: 118 yuan/person).
Activity Period: From now until August 31
Inquiry Phone: 0713-5103333
Jinshi River Cultural Tourism Area (3A)
Recite Su Shi's "Shuidiao Getou" in full to enjoy free admission (original price: 200 yuan/person, choose between Jinshi River rafting or Yaoxi rafting tickets), limited to Monday to Friday, five tickets per day.
Activity Period: From July 6, 2024 (this year's rafting start time) to August 31
Inquiry Phone: 400-092-8018
Hongguang Bisheng Hot Spring Resort (3A)
1. To promote Jingchu culture, recite the classic handed down:
Guests who come to the store in the activity area and recite the full text of "Shuidiao Getou" within a limited time of 5 minutes will receive a free hot spring ticket (original price: 188 yuan/person). Limited quantity, limited to five people on Fridays and Saturdays. (Activity time: Friday, Saturday)
2. Approach the four major inventions DIY activity printing:
All guests staying in the hotel can experience the DIY printing activity for free and experience the classic poem "Shuidiao Getou" by hand in the lobby activity area. (Activity time: Friday, Saturday)
Activity Period: From now until August 31
Inquiry Phone: 13635835278
Xianning
Yaozu Ancient Village Daguan Garden (3A)
Must recite: The first four sentences of Du Fu's "Sui Yanxing (岁宴行)".
Optional recitation:
(1) The first 20 sentences of Qu Yuan's "Li Sao" or "Questions to Heaven".
(2) Su Dongpo's "Thinking of the Beautiful Lady" or "Shuidiao Getou" full text.
Free admission to the park.
Activity Period: From now until August 31
Inquiry Phone: 15571529956
Mi Quan Lake Tourism Resort
Recite the full text of "Xu Shi Biao (出师表)" within 5 minutes to enjoy free admission to the park (original price: 78 yuan).
Activity Period: From now until August 31
Inquiry Phone: 0715-6899999
Suizhou
Tianwangzhai Scenic Area (4A)
Recite Mao Zedong's "Seven Poems of the Long March (七律长征)" in full, and visitors can enter the park for free (original price: 80 yuan/person).
Activity Period: From now until August 31
Inquiry Phone: 0722-4692388, 15272877127
Shennong Tribe Scenic Area (3A)
Recite Yan Emperor Shennong's (炎帝神农) eight great achievements, and visitors can enter the park for free (original price: 80 yuan/person).
Activity Period: From now until August 31
Inquiry Phone: 19571621169, 13907272664
Conclusion
Come and take up the challenge! Join this cultural rendezvous and immerse yourself in the poetic depths of Hubei's landscapes.
