It lights up after sunset. The 20 minutes right after are the best, and you want to be on your balcony for that. These hotels have the view.
Things to do in Furong Town
Furong is built on a waterfall, and it's the place that impressed me the most. I've never seen anything as beautiful as the view at night. There isn't much else to do, and that's fine. It's a place you come to look at.
Watch the waterfall after sunset
Walk behind the waterfall
You can walk behind it. Yes, really. It's slippery, so wear real shoes. Count about 30 minutes.
See the evening shows
There are music and dance shows in the evening. They come with the village ticket, about ¥100 ($14). Tickets →
Walk the village before 9
Next morning, walk the village before 9. After that, the tour buses arrive. Be ready for a lot of stairs.
When to go
Avoid Chinese holidays, that's when it gets crowded. It's an easy stop on the way to Zhangjiajie: the train takes 23 minutes.
Quick answers
Is Furong Town worth visiting?
Yes. It's the place that impressed me the most in China, mostly for the view at night.
How much is the ticket for Furong Town?
About ¥100 ($14), and it includes the evening shows.
Can you walk behind the waterfall?
Yes. It's slippery, so wear real shoes.
How long do you need in Furong Town?
One night. Arrive in the afternoon, and leave the next morning after a walk through the village.