Wuhan boasts a range of attractions: Yellow Crane Tower offers a panoramic view of the Yangtze River, immersing visitors in ancient charm; East Lake Ecological Tourism Scenic Area, a natural beauty spot perfect for family outings and leisure walks, hailed as Wuhan's "Green Lung"; Hankou Riverside, a hub of leisure and entertainment; and Hubei Provincial Museum, a treasure trove of artifacts shedding light on the Chu-Han culture. These four destinations encapsulate history, nature, relaxation, and culture.

Wuhan’s Main History
With 3,500-year-old Panlongcheng ruins, Wuhan was already a major southern hub during the Spring & Autumn and Warring States periods. In the Ming & Qing dynasties it was praised as “the most prosperous place in Chu”. Hankou and Wuchang merged into the city of Wuhan in 1927; Wuhan was liberated on 16 May 1949 and is now the capital of Hubei and central China’s core metropolis.

Wuhan’s Latitude & Longitude
Municipal range: 29°58′ N–31°22′ N, 113°41′ E–115°05′ E; city centre ≈ 30°37′ N, 114°20′ E.

Wuhan’s Total Area
8,569.15 km² (official 2023 figure).

Wuhan’s Permanent Resident Population
≈ 13.68 million (end-2023).

Number & Names of Wuhan Airports
2 civil airports: Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH) and Ezhou Huahu Airport (EHU, shared within the Greater Wuhan metropolitan area).

Number & Names of Wuhan’s Main Railway Stations
4 principal stations: Wuhan Railway Station, Hankou Railway Station, Wuchang Railway Station, Wuhan East Railway Station.

When Wuhan Opened Its Metro & How Many Lines Exist
First metro line opened 28 December 2012; as of June 2025 the network comprises 12 operating lines.

Wuhan’s Geographic Position in China
Central China, eastern Hubei Province, at the confluence of the Yangtze and Han rivers; core of the middle-Yangtze urban agglomeration.

Wuhan’s Geographic Features
Eastern edge of the Jianghan Plain; average elevation ≈ 23 m. The Yangtze bisects the city into three towns—Wuchang, Hankou and Hanyang—while countless rivers and lakes cover one-quarter of the urban area, earning Wuhan the nickname “City of a Hundred Lakes”.

Wuhan’s Climate Characteristics
North-subtropical monsoon: hot, humid summers and mild winters with four distinct seasons. A pronounced plum-rain season is followed by high summer temperatures and occasional autumn droughts.

Months of Wuhan’s Four Seasons
Spring: March–May
Summer: June–August
Autumn: September–November
Winter: December–February

Wuhan’s Annual Average Temperature
≈ 17.5 °C.

Wuhan’s Annual Average Precipitation
≈ 1,205 mm.

Best Times to Visit Wuhan
Spring (March–May for cherry blossoms) and autumn (September–November for clear, cool weather).

Wuhan’s Peak Tourist Seasons
Late March–April (cherry-blossom season) and September–October (National Day “Golden Week” is the busiest).

Major Tourist Attractions
Yellow Crane Tower, East Lake Scenic Area, Wuhan University Cherry Garden, Hankou Riverside Park, Hubei Provincial Museum, Guiyuan Buddhist Temple, Qingchuan Pavilion.

Main Shopping Streets & Locations
Jianghan Road Pedestrian Street (Jianghan Road, Jiang’an District) and Chuhe Han Street (Zhongbei Road, Wuchang District).

Signature Wuhan Snacks
Reganmian (hot-dry noodles), doupi (sticky-rice tofu skin), san-xian doufu-pi (three-delicacy tofu skin), mianwo (fried dough ring), duck neck, hu-mijiu (fermented sweet-rice wine).

Yellow Crane Tower:

As the iconic architecture of Wuhan, it is hailed as "the First Tower in the Land of Rivers and Mountains." Standing on the tower, visitors can enjoy a distant view of the beautiful scenery of the Yangtze River and experience the poetic sentiment of "The Yellow Crane Gone and Never to Return." It serves as an important window to understand the history and culture of Wuhan.

East Lake:

A national AAAAA-level tourist attraction, it is vast and comprises multiple areas. The picturesque lakes and mountains make it an ideal place for citizens to relax and tourists to visit. The East Lake Greenway is even the longest 5A-level urban core area lakeside greenway in China.

Wuhan University:

A renowned institution of higher learning, it not only has a strong academic atmosphere but also attracts a large number of tourists with its quaint and elegant architecture and beautiful campus environment. The cherry blossoms in spring and maple leaves in autumn are particularly charming.

Hankou River Beach:

A famous scenic spot in Wuhan, it is vast and adjacent to the Yangtze River. Walking along the river beach at night, visitors can enjoy the splendid scenery of the dazzling lights on both sides of the river and the Yangtze River Bridge.

Hankouli:

It has restored representative buildings and cultural forms such as Hanzheng Street from the late Qing Dynasty to the early Republic of China and is a tourist street mainly displaying the history and culture of Hankou. It brings together many time-honored brands and historical and cultural attractions.

Site of the Wuchang Uprising Military Government:

Also known as the Red Building, it was the location of the Hubei Military Government established after the Wuchang Uprising of the Revolution of 1911. It has important historical value and is listed as a key cultural relic protected at the national level.

Yangtze River Bridge:

A magnificent bridge spanning the Yangtze River, it is one of the iconic architectures in Wuhan. With continuous traffic on the bridge and rushing waters below, it showcases the modern urban style of Wuhan.

Mulan Grassland/Mulan Tianchi:

These attractions are located in the outskirts of Wuhan and are characterized by natural scenery and recreational activities. Mulan Grassland boasts vast grassland landscapes and is suitable for horseback riding, archery, and other activities; Mulan Tianchi is famous for its scenic landscapes and abundant amusement facilities.

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