Gulongzhong
This was where Zhuge Liang lived in seclusion in his youth, and it is the setting for the stories of “Three Visits to the Thatched Cottage” and “Longzhong Strategy.” More than 60 sites associated wit…
Gulongzhong, Wudang Mountains · Zhangzhugang · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Key facts
- Admission
- ¥87; shuttle bus: ¥20/person
- Opening hours
- 8:30–17:30 (March–October); 8:30–17:00 (November–February)
- Time needed
- 1–3 hours
- Getting there
- Near the Longzhong scenic area (bus stop)
- Guidebook rating
- 4 / 5
From China Self Guided Travel 2025, page 2057. Open in Google Maps
About Gulongzhong
This was where Zhuge Liang lived in seclusion in his youth, and it is the setting for the stories of “Three Visits to the Thatched Cottage” and “Longzhong Strategy.” More than 60 sites associated with Zhuge Liang are still preserved here today.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Gulongzhong cost?
Admission to Gulongzhong is ¥87; shuttle bus: ¥20/person, as listed in the 2025 guidebook. Prices can change; check the official channel before you go.
What are the opening hours of Gulongzhong?
Gulongzhong is open 8:30–17:30 (March–October); 8:30–17:00 (November–February).
How do I get to Gulongzhong?
Near the Longzhong scenic area (bus stop)
How long should I spend at Gulongzhong?
Plan on 1–3 hours for Gulongzhong.
Where is Gulongzhong?
Gulongzhong is in Wudang Mountains, Hubei Province, in the Central China of China.
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