Wuhan

Wuhan is one of China’s most exciting and dynamic cities, sitting right where two mighty rivers — the Yangtze and the Han — flow together in the heart of the country. This central position has made Wuhan a powerhouse of trade and industry for centuries, and today it buzzes with energy, blending ancient history with a bold, modern spirit.

Water is everywhere in Wuhan, and not just in its rivers. The city is dotted with over a hundred lakes, giving it a shimmering, almost magical landscape unlike almost anywhere else on Earth. East Lake is so vast you can spend a whole day cycling through forests and past lotus-filled bays without seeing it all.

History lovers will be amazed by the Yellow Crane Tower, which has inspired poets for well over a thousand years, and by a set of ancient bronze bells at the Hubei Provincial Museum that are so perfectly crafted they can still ring out beautiful music today.

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Quick fact

Wuhan sits at the meeting point of the Yangtze and Han rivers and is often called the 'Chicago of China' for its central location and industrial importance.

Fun fact

Wuhan has so many lakes — over 100 within the city — that it holds the record for being the city with the most lakes in the world, earning it the nickname 'City of a Hundred Lakes'!

Landmarks

Yellow Crane Tower

Perched on a hill above the Yangtze River, this magnificent five-storey tower has inspired Chinese poets and painters for over 1,700 years.

East Lake Scenic Area

One of the largest urban lakes in China, East Lake is a wonderful place to cycle along winding paths through cherry blossom forests and lotus-covered bays.

Hubei Provincial Museum

This outstanding museum houses the incredible 2,400-year-old bronze bells of Marquis Yi — a complete ancient musical instrument set that still plays beautiful music.

Wuhan University Cherry Blossom Garden

Every spring, thousands of cherry trees on this gorgeous university campus burst into clouds of pink and white blossom, drawing huge crowds of enchanted visitors.

Chu River Han Street

This lively modern waterfront promenade is packed with shops, restaurants, and performance stages, and is beautifully reflected in the canal running through its centre.