Chaling
City in Hunan, China
Overview
Chaling is a small city in Hunan province known for its relaxed pace, rich agricultural landscape, and authentic local culture. It offers visitors a glimpse of traditional southern Chinese life surrounded by scenic countryside and ancient temples. While not overly touristy, it's an excellent destination for those seeking off-the-beaten-path experiences.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
China
Province
Hunan
Population
—
Time Zone
Asia/Shanghai
Coordinates
26.78°, 113.69°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
75
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
55
Food Safety
65
Monthly Cost
$627
Local Cost
$270
Local Income
$360
Cashless
75
English
20
Temperature
17.3°C
Summer Avg
26.2°C
Winter Avg
6.9°C
Record High
34.6°C
Record Low
-10.7°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
1657 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-23.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 45/100.