Chenlong Pass
辰龙关
'Shanhaiguan in the north, Chenlong Pass in the south.' A strategic pass on the ancient post road between Hunan and Guizhou, and a national 3A-level scenic area.
Chenlong Pass is located in Guanzhuang Town in eastern Yuanling County. In ancient times it was a key chokepoint on the Hunan–Guizhou post road, where two mountains loom over a narrow path. In the early Qing dynasty, Wu Sangui's forces held the pass and fought fiercely against the Qing army there. It is often said that 'Shanhaiguan stands in the north, and Chenlong Pass in the south.' The scenic area has restored the gate, the ancient post road, and its stone steps, and visitors can hike along the old road. The surrounding area is Guanzhuang tea country, famous for Guanzhuang Maojian tea. The pass is right next to the Changsha–Zhangjiajie Expressway's Guanzhuang exit, making it an easy stop on the way to or from Changsha.
Opening hours
Open daytime
Nearby sights
- Wuqiangxi Reservoir
- Jietan Tea Plantation
- Chenzhou Three Pagodas (Longyin Pagoda)
- Fenghuang Mountain (Yuanling)
- Jiemuxi National Nature Reserve
- Yuanling Old Town
- Longxing Jiangsi Temple
- Mingzhong Ancient Village