# Luzhou City

Luzhou (泸州 Lúzhōu) is a city in East Sichuan. Known for its long history, rich culture, and famous liquor industry, Luzhou sits at the confluence of the Yangtze and Tuo Rivers. It is often referred to as the "Liquor City" because it is home to one of China’s most renowned baijiu distilleries, Luzhou Laojiao. The city offers visitors a mix of natural beauty, ancient history, and the modern charm of China's growing economy. As of the end of December 2022, the city has 3 urban districts and 4 counties, and the population is 5 million.

## Understand

Luzhou has a history dating back over 2,000 years. It was an important river port for trade and a key site during several dynasties. The city’s name translates to "city of the reeds," reflecting its natural landscape near the riverbanks.
Today, Luzhou is a vibrant city known for its role in the production of baijiu(白酒), particularly the famous Luzhou Laojiao brand, a strong distilled spirit that has gained international recognition. It also boasts a growing economy and developing tourism sector, attracting visitors with its picturesque river views, ancient towns, and cultural heritage.

### History

Luzhou is named after the "Luzhou Water" theory, and its ancient name was Jiangyang. During the Dàtóng period of the Southern Liang dynasty (535-546 AD), Luzhou was established and it governed Jiangyang Commandery. The commandery included Jiangyang County (now Jiangyang District), Han'an County (now Daduokou Town in Naxi District), Mian County (now the northern part of Changning County), and Anle Garrison (now Hejiang Town in Hejiang County). The administrative seat of both the state and commandery was in present-day Jiangyang District.

### Climate

Luzhou City belongs to the subtropical humid climate zone, with a significant vertical climate in the southern mountainous areas. It features high temperatures, ample sunshine, abundant rainfall, distinct seasons, and a long frost-free period. The city experiences a climate where temperature, light, and water are well-matched throughout the seasons, with clear monsoonal patterns. Spring and autumn are warm, summer is hot, and winter is relatively mild. However, influenced by the Sichuan Basin's terrain, Luzhou experiences frequent thunderstorms in the summer and continuous overcast and rainy weather in the winter, with occasional light fog. Throughout the year, strong winds are rare, with light breezes of 0-2 meters per second being typical.
In 2016, the temperature in Luzhou was higher than usual, with more rainfall and slightly more sunshine. The city experienced adequate light, temperature, and water, making it a favorable year for agriculture. The number and intensity of extreme weather events, such as high temperatures, droughts, continuous rainy periods, windstorms, and thunderstorms, were lighter than usual. The frequency and intensity of strong cooling events were consistent with typical years, and there were more instances of heavy rainfall and flooding.

## Districts

* Metropolitan Area (Jiangyang District, Naxi District, Longmatan District)
* Outer City Area (Lu County, Hejiang County, Xuyong County, Gulin County)

## Get in

* Luzhou Official Website Luzhou. Luzhou is known for its unique Baijiu production, traditional Chinese architecture, and riverfront views. (updated Nov 2024)

### By plane

* 29.01654105.467411 Yunlong Airport (云龙机场), Shuangjia Town, Longmatan District. Offering flights from major Chinese cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou. (updated Jan 2024)

### By train

* 28.94391105.450022 Luzhou Station (泸州站), National Highway 321, Longmatan District. Major cities in Sichuan and neighboring provinces. Chengdu is about 2.5 hours away by high-speed train. (updated Jan 2017)

### By bus

Luzhou has a well-connected bus system, with frequent services to nearby cities like Chongqing, Yibin, and Zigong.

## Get around

Luzhou has a range of transportation options for getting around the city.

### By public bus

The city has an extensive bus network that covers major attractions and neighborhoods.

### By taxi

Taxi with meter is cheap, expect to pay ¥10 from the city center to the South Bus station.

### By Bicycles

Renting a bicycle is a great way to enjoy the riverside scenery and explore local parks.

## See

The following lists the attractions in the urban area (Jiangyang District, Naxi District, Longmatan District).
* 28.894259105.449061 Daqu Old Cellar Pool (大曲老窖池), No. 21, Xiayinggou (now Samsung Street), Jiangyang District. National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit, including the cellar group and wine-making workshop in Yinggoutou area, Dingji workshop, the cellar group and wine-making workshop in Xiaoshi area, and the cellar group and wine-making workshop in Luohan area. (updated Jan 2017)
* 28.89144105.452522 Baoen Pagoda (报恩塔), Jiangyang District Bo Enta Cultural Plaza. all day. National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit. free of charge. (updated Jan 2017)
* 29.19449105.350533 Longnao Bridge (龙脑桥), Lu County, ☏ +86 2885568847. National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit. (updated Jan 2017)
* 29.15176105.382724 Song Tombs in Lu County (泸县宋墓), In Lu County. National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit. Including Puqiao Tombs and Changlinggeng Tombs. (updated Jan 2017)
* 29.13062105.52465 Luopanzui Tombs (罗盘嘴墓群), South of 9 Compass Mountains, Hongmu Village, Qifeng Town, Lu County. National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit. (updated Jan 2017)
* 29.12815105.503476 Luxian Longqiao Group (泸县龙桥群), Lu County. National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit. (updated Jan 2017)
* 29.27215105.455927 Luxian Qushi Manor (泸县屈氏庄园), Shipaifang Village, Fangdong Town, Luxian County. Every Tuesday to Sunday 9:00-17:00. National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit. (updated Jan 2017)
* 29.16201105.379148 Yuchanshan Cliff Sculpture (玉蟾山摩崖造像), About 1 km southeast of Lu County. National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit. (updated Jan 2017)
* 28.51585106.336159 East China Poetry Society (东华诗社), Shuijinggou. Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit. (updated Jan 2017)
* 28.87547105.4272910 Longtouguan (龙透关), No.2, Section 1, Jiucheng Avenue, Jiangyang District. Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit. (updated Jan 2017)
* 28.89669105.4513711 Wall (城垣), No. 1 San Shengcheng Wall, Jiangyang District. Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit. (updated Jan 2017)
* 28.88255105.47512 Zhangba Longan Forest (张坝桂圆林旅游区), Zhangba Luzhou Guiyuanlin Scenic Area, Jiangyang District. Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit. (updated Jan 2017)
* 28.78271105.3626513 Jiangyang Wild Goose Pagoda (江阳雁塔), Baita Village, Fangshan Town, Jiangyang District (Get on the bus at Luzhou City Government Station, take bus No. 148 and get off at the first and last stop of Longchi Road, then transfer to No. 389 at Fangshan Town Station on No. 376 to Jiangbei, get off at Baita Village Committee Station and walk 480 meters.). Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit. (updated Jan 2017)
* 28.57731105.3576214 Huguo Rock Carving (护国岩题刻), Huaguyan Bridge, Naxi District. "Huguo Rock Carving" is located on National Highway 321 from southern Sichuan to Guizhou, and the shuttle bus from Luzhou to Xuyong, Gulin and Bijie (Guizhou) must pass through Huoguo Town (Dazhou Station). Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit. (updated Jan 2017)
* 28.72562105.4144615 Japanese Primary School Site (抗战小学旧址), The site of the Anti-Japanese War Primary School is located about 1 km from the east bank of the Yongning River (Self-driving line: Start from Luzhou Passenger Transport Center, go on the G321 National Highway, go through the 100-meter boulevard, and follow the high speed, you can reach it. Bus line: Take bus 29 from Luzhou City Government Bus Station and transfer to bus 607 at 404 Station Bus Station in Naxi District.). Open all day. Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit. free of charge. (updated Jan 2017)
* 28.78477105.3942816 Memorial of the Patriotic War (护国战争纪念馆), No.43 Cotton Slope Road,Naxi District. Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit. (updated Jan 2017)
* 28.73999105.4298817 Jinbongsa Temple (disambiguation) (金凤寺), Jinfeng Village, Cotton Slope Township, Naxi District. The temple sits south to north, is a central axis symmetrical courtyard-style building, composed of the main hall and the left and right wing, the existing first hall and the left wing. The main hall is 15.9 meters long, 11.6 meters wide and 6.85 meters high. The first hall is a heavy eaves resting on the top of the mountain, with a mixed beam frame with 36 fighting arches and six citron houses under the eaves. Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit. (updated Jan 2017)
* 28.71717105.4125418 Temple of Heaven (天仙硐寺), Naxi District. Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit. (updated Jan 2017)

## Do
### Festivals

* 28.83893105.372241 Cherry Festival (樱桃节), Yingbin Road, Jiangyang District. The Cherry Festival has become an annual event, drawing visitors to experience the beauty of cherry blossoms and the joy of fresh cherry harvests. Over the years, it has grown into a major cultural and economic event, enhancing the visibility of Luzhou's agricultural and tourism industries. (updated Nov 2024)

## Buy

* Luzhou Laojiao Baijiu (泸州老窖). You can't leave Luzhou without picking up a bottle of Luzhou Laojiao baijiu. There are many stores and distilleries around the city that offer tastings and sales. (updated Oct 2024)
* Longan Fruit (桂圆水果). Luzhou is famous for its longan orchards, and fresh longans are widely available when in season. You can also buy dried longans, which are popular for their sweet flavor. (updated Oct 2024)

## Eat

* 28.8932105.440561 Bullfrog and Fish Hot Pot (刘记美蛙鱼), Building 14, Dujia Street, Longmatan District, minus 1 floor. A popular Sichuan-style dish featuring tender bullfrog meat and fresh fish cooked in a rich and spicy hot pot broth, often served with chili, Sichuan peppercorns, and other bold seasonings. (updated Nov 2024)

## Sleep

* 28.89231105.435191 Mountain Sea Hotel (山海大酒店), No. 1, Shu Lu Avenue, Longmatan District, ☏ +86 8302583333. Shanhai Hotel has a superior geographical environment, 6.5 kilometers from the airport, 5.5 kilometers from the train station, 0.1 kilometers from the bus station, is the center of Luzhou transportation hub. The hotel is comfortable, clean and beautiful, can undertake all kinds of tourism and business groups. Check-in time: 12:00 Check-out time: 13:00 (updated Nov 2024)

## Stay safe

Emergency numbers: 110 for police, 120 for ambulance, 119 for fire.

### Hospitals

* 28.89183105.446653 The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University (西南医科大学附属医院). It is a third-class general hospital under the direct control of Sichuan Provincial Health Commission. In December 2018, it was announced by the National Health Commission as the first batch of multidisciplinary oncology pilot hospitals. In January 2024, the Sichuan Provincial Health Commission issued a document notice that the Southwest Medical University Hospital was the main body and became one of the three major provincial medical centers in Sichuan Province. (updated Jan 2017)
* 28.90359105.458354 People's Hospital (人民医院). Luzhou People's Hospital, Sichuan Province, is a third-class general hospital. Subsidies for financial institutions. Luzhou People's Hospital undertakes emergency rescue and treatment tasks for medical and health services and public health emergencies throughout the city. (updated Oct 2024)
* 28.88736105.448055 Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital (中医医院), No. 11, Jiangyang South Road, Jiangyang District. (updated Oct 2024)

## Go next

* Longchang
* Hejiang
* Chishui
* Xuyong
* Jiang'an
* Yibin