Longzhou

Longzhou (龙州; Lóngzhōu) is a rural town in Central Guangxi.

Longzhou Halal Explorer

Longzhou is southwest of Nanning, near the border of Vietnam.

Longzhou has quite a history despite its current lack of importance. There is a saying in Longzhou, "We have an embassy, but no ambassador. A train station, but no trains. And an airport with no planes."

During the late 1800s as French influence grew in Vietnam they tried to expand into Guangxi province. In Longzhou they set up the first Embassy in Guangxi. Wars were fought along the little great wall to prevent further influence.

In the early 1900s the Guomindang (Chinese Nationalists) built up their influence in this important river port and they even built an airport to help them keep control of the city. In the 1950s and 60s Ho Chi Minh had a small house in Longzhou where he would be able to meet with Chinese leaders.

In 1979 Deng Xiaoping tried to launch a Communist rebellion from Longzhou. Ultimately it failed, and Deng tried again in Baise, where he launched his most famous rebellion. There is a small building where Deng Xiaoping stayed while in Longzhou.

With the development of the Nanyou expressway, Longzhou has been cut out of the main Vietnam-China traderoute and has returned to its backwater status.

Travel to Longzhou

Travel on a Bus in Longzhou

Longzhou has a bus service from the provincial capital of Nanning and the journey takes just over 2.5 hours. There are also regular services from Chongzuo and Pingxiang (Guangxi) | Pingxiang. There are two bus stations - the new station (where buses from Nanning arrive) opposite the museum, and the old station in the centre of town (where buses to Pingxiang arrive).

By Rail

The nearest train station is at Chongzou, about one and a half hours by bus.

How to get around in Longzhou

The city is small enough to walk most places. Three wheeled taxis are available and cost ¥2-3 to get anywhere in the town.

What to see in Longzhou

• Xiaoliancheng Fort - Excellent views of the town and surrounding countryside from this 'Little Great Wall' fort. On your way up the steep hill, you will also see a large, but very badly vandalised, temple in a cave.
• Average rural life in China

• Du Mountain - 独山; Dushan - Hill overlooking the town.

• Longzhou Museum - While Longzhou is now a sleepy town it has had quite a history. The Longzhou museum has many artifacts and paintings from the Longzhou Rebellion, which was led by Deng Xiaoping. Some of the staff speak English and may be your best option for tourist information. A Chinese language leaflet available here includes a tiny map - infuriatingly difficult to use but there does not appear to be any other maps available.

• Ho Chi Minh's house - A museum focused on Ho Chi Minh's time in Longzhou. Includes some interesting photographs but, if you do not read Chinese or Vietnamese and there is little to learn here.

• Zhongshan Park - Worth seeing only if you have an interest in decay, litter and stagnant water.

• Former French Consulate - One of the few remaining remnants of Longzhou's colonial architecture.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Longzhou

• Hua Mountain - Huashan - Boat / tours can be arranged to Hua Mountain, a mountain that was painted some 2000 years ago with giant images. 1900 of these images can still be seen today. In 2016 the rock paintings of Hua mountain were enlisted as UNESCO World Heritage site. As of March 2017 you can only view the paintings from the boat, but platforms to see the paintings from closer are already being constructed. A museum in the near city of Chongzuo (崇左市壮族博物馆）tells the story of the rock paitings in a newly arranged a exhibition.

Halal Food & Restaurants

Noodles and fried Rice is available in small restaurants on the street for a few Yuan. One KFC type restaurant is also in town but otherwise a trip to Nanning is needed for Halal food.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Longzhou

Longzhou - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Longzhou, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Longzhou. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Longzhou and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Longzhou. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Longzhou. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inLongzhou: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Longzhou.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Longzhou: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Longzhou, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Longzhou.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Longzhou, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

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Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Longzhou, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Longzhou, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Longzhou without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Longzhou is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Longzhou.

About eHalal Travel Group:

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Longzhou Hotel - 30 Chengbei Road - The nicest hotel in town.

Travel Next

• Nanning. Long distance buses leave about every hour to the provincial capital. This trip takes just over two and a half hours and allows you access to the rest of the Province and beyond. The cost for this is ¥75 depending on if you are going to Longzhou or heading to Nanning.
• Surrounding villages. Local buses operate services to nearby villages.

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