Hefei Anhui Guide 2026: Science City, Chao Lake & Gateway to Huangshan
Hefei is Anhui's provincial capital and one of China's fastest-growing technology hubs — a city that combines serious R&D investment with accessible historical parks, the massive Chao Lake shoreline, and an excellent position as the rail gateway to Huangshan, Jiuhuashan and the Xin'an River valley. This 2026 guide covers what to see in Hefei itself, how to use it as a travel base, dining highlights and practical transport information.