Houhu International Art Park
后湖国际艺术区
A lakeside art district at the southern foot of Yuelu Mountain, with galleries, studios and cafés arranged around the lake. It is photogenic, artsy and relatively uncrowded.
Houhu International Art Park is located in Yuelu District, between Hunan University and Central South University. It was once an urban-village pond area, and after redevelopment it became a lakeside walking path lined with artists’ studios, galleries, design firms, cafés and small theaters. Most of the buildings are modern in grey and white, and they reflect beautifully on the water, making it very photogenic. The park is free to enter, though some exhibitions charge separate admission. It is within walking distance of the Hunan University campus. It is a good place for an evening stroll and coffee after visiting Yuelu Mountain, and it looks best at sunset on clear days.
Opening hours
Open all day (shops about 10:00–22:00)
Nearby sights
- Hunan University
- Yuelu Academy
- Orange Isle
- Former Site of Hunan First Normal School
- Yuelu Mountain
- Former Site of Xinmin Society
- Huangxing Road Pedestrian Street & Wuyi Square
- Pozi Street, Huogongdian & Wenheyou