My friends kept asking where I went abroad...

📍Qiandao Lake, Hangzhou

**🚄 Transportation**
- **High-speed rail**: Hangzhou East Station → Qiandao Lake Station (~1 hour), take hotel shuttle or taxi (~30 mins to scenic area).
- **Self-drive**: ~2 hours from Hangzhou, ideal for lakeside touring.

**🏞️ Must-Visit Attractions**
1. **Central Lake Zone** (classic route): Meifeng Island (panoramic views), Yule Island (water activities), Moonlight Island (love theme).
2. **Southeast Lake Zone** (natural scenery): Huangshanjian ("World for All" viewpoint), Tianchi Island, Osmanthus Island.
3. **Cycling/Hiking**: Chunyang Line (most scenic bike path), Tianyu Mountain Viewpoint (perfect sunset spot).
4. **Other recs**: Beer Town, Fuwen Township Viral School (filming location for *My People, My Homeland*).

**🍽️ Food Recs**
- **Fish head soup** (must-try! Organic Qiandao Lake fish), wild jiaojiao, river shrimp, rice cakes.
- **Restaurants**: Jihe Lakeside (creative dishes), Yuwelguan (time-honored).

**🏨 Stay Options**
- **Luxury**: Intercontinental, Ahn Luh (private lake views).
- **Budget-friendly**: Greentown Resort, lakeside B&Bs.

**📌 Tips**
- **Tickets**: Scenic entry + boat ~¥200/person, book online for discounts.
- **Best season**: Spring/autumn (Apr-May, Sep-Nov), summer is cooler but sunny.
- **Itinerary**: 2D1N recommended—relaxing lake tour + cycling.

Qiandao Lake is perfect for a chill getaway with healing views. Don’t forget sunscreen and your camera! 📸