Young Mao Zedong statue Monument
Large statue depicting young Mao Zedong in Hunan
Near Shaoshan in Hunan, the Young Mao Zedong statue stands among memorials to Mao; visitors come for revolutionary‑era museums, shrines and the leader's former residence.
The Young Mao Zedong statue is a large bronze sculpture of Mao Zedong as a young man situated on Orange Isle (Juzizhou) in Changsha, Hunan. It is a landmark-sized public monument and a popular photo site along the Xiang River.
The sculpture depicts Mao in his youth and serves as a focal point on the island promenade; the island itself offers riverside parks and walkways extending several hundred metres along the Xiang. The immediate area is accessible on foot from Changsha city centre and is commonly visited by local tourists and school groups.
The statue was commissioned and installed in the 21st century as a commemorative public artwork; it functions as both a cultural symbol and a landscaped viewing spot rather than a religious or historic tomb. The site is maintained as part of city riverfront development.
Orange Isle sits in the Xiang River within urban Changsha, a short drive or metro ride from the city centre; the island is connected to the mainland by bridges and is surrounded by river promenades and parks.
- Location: Located on Orange Isle (Juzizhou) in the Xiang River within central Changsha, Hunan province.
How to Get to Young Mao Zedong statue#
The Young Mao Zedong statue is in Shaoshan, Hunan - Mao’s birthplace and a dedicated tourist area. From Changsha (the nearest major city) there are direct long-distance buses from Changsha bus stations to Shaoshan (journey roughly 1.5-2 hours), and regional trains also serve the Shaoshan area (arrive at the local station and take a short taxi or local bus). Once in Shaoshan the statue and museum complex are served by local shuttle buses or a short taxi ride and then a short walk to the site.
Tips for Visiting Young Mao Zedong statue#
- Schedule your visit to Shaoshan Scenic Area outside public holidays and weekends to avoid large tour-group peaks that target the Mao family sites and statues.
- Buy a combined ticket for the Shaoshan complex where available so you can see the Young Mao statue together with the former residence and museum without repeated queueing at separate gates.
- Use the regular shuttle buses or local buses from Shaoshan town (or a short taxi from the nearest rail/bus stations) to the visitor complex rather than trying to reach the site on foot from distant parking areas.
Best Time to Visit Young Mao Zedong statue#
Spring and autumn are the most comfortable times to visit the outdoor statue and nearby historical sites; expect crowds on public holidays.
Weather & Climate near Young Mao Zedong statue#
Young Mao Zedong statue's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 3°C to 33°C. Abundant rainfall (1432 mm/year), wettest in June.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (142 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (197 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (199 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (204 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is the hottest month, feeling like 37°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (114 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 35°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (109 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
