Datang Sima City
大唐司马城
A Tang-style architectural complex on the south shore of Liuye Lake, themed on Liu Yuxi's time as Sima in Langzhou. Sima Tower offers high views over the lake.
Datang Sima City stands on the south shore of Liuye Lake. Its cultural theme is the career of Tang poet Liu Yuxi, who was exiled to Langzhou (present-day Changde) as Sima. The core building, Sima Tower, is a replica Tang-style pavilion. From the top you can look down over Liuye Lake and the city skyline. Nearby are a Tang-style commercial street, a statue of Liu Yuxi, the Changde Art Museum and a boat dock. During holidays there are events such as Hanfu parades and lantern festivals. Most of the district is free to enter, but climbing Sima Tower and similar activities may charge admission, so check locally. At night the buildings are lit and reflected in the lake, which makes it a good spot for photos. It can be combined with cycling around Liuye Lake and Kale Star Paradise in one day.
Opening hours
All day (Sima Tower approx. 09:00–21:00)
Nearby sights
- Kale Star Paradise Changde
- Liuye Lake
- Changde River Street
- Binhu Park
- Battle of Changde Memorial Park
- Changde Museum
- Changde Poetry Wall
- Old West Gate (Laoximen)