Hefei
Overview
As the capital of Anhui Province, Hefei City is a lively metropolis located near the centre of Anhui and of China. The subtropical monsoon climate in Hefei makes April to October the best time to visit.
Due to its location between the Huaihe River and the Yangtze River, the natural conditions and social customs of Northern China and Southern China fuse together in Hefei, which makes it a charming destination for tourists. With a history of more than 2,000 years, some renowned tourist destinations of Hefei include: Chao Lake, Memorial Temple of Lord Bao, Hui Garden.
Anhui Cuisine is popular in Hefei. Dining there is pleasant as Luzhou Roast Duck is tasty and not inferior to the famous Beijing Roast Duck. Feather Fan, one of the three China classic fans, can be bought in Hefei; poker-picture, Zhuhuang (a part of bamboo) painting and Hair embroidery are other tourists' favorite handicrafts. In Hefei, Chinese fine art Lu Opera is enjoyed by the locals and the guests abroad. Many tourists spend their nightlife by attending a Lu Opera performance in the theatre.
Transportation in Hefei is convenient. Travel by plane and train are available in Hefei. Within Hefei City, there are city buses and taxis available on the main streets of the city. In Hefei, tourists can find several star-rated hotels both in the city center and the outskirts.
