Zhangjiajie, located in the northwest of Hunan Province, China, has a rich history dating back thousands of years. The area was once inhabited by the indigenous Tujia and Miao ethnic groups, who have left a significant cultural imprint on the region. Historically, Zhangjiajie was a remote and isolated area, largely unknown to the outside world until its dramatic landscapes were featured in various Chinese art forms. The area gained national attention when it was designated as China’s first national forest park in 1982, and later, it became internationally famous when parts of the movie “Avatar” were inspired by its stunning mountain ranges.