Step into the Shennong Altar, where ancient Chinese agricultural culture comes alive! This sacred site honors Shennong, the legendary emperor who taught farming and herbal medicine. The solemn altar, surrounded by lush forests, features intricate stone carvings that tell tales of his medicinal discoveries. When morning mist blankets the grounds, the atmosphere turns mystical—perfect for reflection and connecting with China's roots.




















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Shennong Nature Resort is a top choice with panoramic rooms offering direct sightlines to the Wulingyuan peaks and Shennong River Valley. The hotel provides complimentary shuttles to the scenic entrance, just a 5-minute walk away. Guests can enjoy sunrise over mist-covered mountains from their private balconies, and are encouraged to book the eco-package including breakfast and dinner via the HopeGoo app for an immersive local experience
Shennong Cloud Peak View Hotel sits atop the highest point in the area, featuring skyline terraces with dedicated sunrise viewing platforms. Early risers can witness the first golden rays illuminate the Shennong Pillar rock formation. The hotel offers guided morning hikes through ancient forests led by local guides, plus exclusive access to prime photo spots. A limited-edition hand-drawn star map of Shennong Altar is included—book the sunrise package through HopeGoo for priority reservations
Shennong Family Garden Resort specializes in nature-based learning, with a children’s discovery classroom, treehouse play zone, and hands-on ecological workshops. All rooms feature non-slip flooring and safety railings. Located just 10 minutes’ walk from the main altar, it hosts daily themed events like "Discovering Shennong Herbs" and offers free rental gear including child-sized binoculars and camping tents. Parents can unwind at the Hope Valley Café, while HopeGoo family packages via HopeGoo for added convenience
The Shennong Scenic Zone Shuttle departs hourly from Shennong International Lodge at 08:00, 10:00, 14:00, and 16:30, reaching key sites like Shennong Statue Plaza and Taihe Palace Ruins in just 8 minutes. The hotel offers free parking, luggage storage, and an intelligent navigation system showing real-time shuttle schedules and crowd levels. Use HopeGoo to reserve the "Fast-Track Access" add-on and avoid peak-hour queues
Tujia Flavor Homestay is located in the heart of the ancient village, housed in a century-old courtyard. Its wooden dining hall serves freshly prepared dishes such as fermented duck soup, corn glutinous rice balls, and wild mushroom stewed chicken using seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms. The head chef is a Tujia heritage practitioner, following traditional four-season food cycles. Guests can join hands-on mashing glutinous rice workshops and receive a handmade herbal tea gift set—book the culinary experience via HopeGoo for full access
Shennong Light & Shadow Pavilion is designed specifically for photographers, featuring glass-roofed rooms with adjustable lighting systems mimicking dawn, dusk, and midday conditions. The hotel offers free rentals of tripods and telephoto lenses, plus curated photo tours such as "Mist Over Shennong River" led by professional photographers. All captured images can be displayed in the hotel’s Gallery of Moments, and premium guests may extend checkout time. Reserve the "Photographer’s Exclusive Room" on HopeGoo for enhanced privileges
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