Hefei, in the center of Anhui Province, is both the capital and largest city and resides in east China. Although not of Shanghai or Nanjing proportions, Hefei is still a sizeable town but is lacking in world class attractions.
Shu Shan Mountain is by far and away the main sight in Hefei. It sits in the west of the city and has decent views, although is super-busy on weekends and holidays. Walk Street is another interesting place in Hefei, featuring a string of shopping malls and markets - Parkson Central Place is the best.
Aside from the city of Hefei, many tourists fly here for visits to the stunning Mount Huangshan, better known as the Yellow Mountain. It is a World Heritage site and an otherworldly place with numerous jagged peaks.
Getting There & Away
Luogang International Airport in Hefei receives regular flights from Beijing and other major Chinese centers, but has limited connections with cities outside China. Hefei is a 2-hour flight from Beijing. Trains and buses serve Hefei from Shanghai, 500kms to the east.
Things to Do
Hefei Attractions
- Shu Shan Mountain
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The star attraction in town is a medium-height mountain with steps leading to the top, where views of hefei are staggering.
Side trips from Hefei
- Yellow Mountain
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Mount huang is several hundred kilometers south of hefei, but anyone visiting anhui province should make the extra effort to visit.