【Siming Mountain Hidden Gem Guide】Jiangsu-Zhejiang-Shanghai's Lesser-Known Summer Escape - 99% of Travelers Don't Know These Secrets


🚗Transport Guide
Self-drive navigation to "Siming Mountain National Forest Park" - 3h direct from Hangzhou/Shanghai
High-speed rail to Yuyao North Station → Transfer to scenic area shuttle bus (1h direct)

💯Must-Visit Attractions
1️⃣ Siming Lake Redwood Forest
- Enchanted water forest, stunning multicolored foliage in November
- Drone spot: Mid-lake Pavilion viewing platform

2️⃣ Danshan Chishui (Red Cliff Danxia)
- Eastern Zhejiang's mini Jiuzhaigou with glass walkway + 100m waterfall
- Hidden gem: Follow ancient trail to discover centuries-old Yue villages

3️⃣ Siming Mountain Geological Park
- Volcanic rock column wonders, a geology lover's paradise
- Recommended route: Xufu Cliff → Bugu Rock loop (3km)

4️⃣ Yangtian Lake
- Alpine lake at 800m elevation, average 23℃ in summer
- Secret photo spot: Eastern stargazing platform for Milky Way shots

🍜Local Flavors
▪️ Lianglong Da Gao: Intangible cultural heritage steamed cake (red bean filling recommended)
▪️ Siming Lake fish head: Freshly caught at Xianhu Fish Restaurant
▪️ Highland mist tea: Pick tea leaves at Lutting Tea Plantation

📸Photography Tips
✔️ Capture sea of clouds at dawn (5:30-7:00 at weather station viewpoint)
✔️ Wear bright colors to contrast with green forests
✔️ Use telephoto lens for compressed perspective

💡Pro Tips:
- Best seasons: Sept-Nov (autumn colors)/Mar-Apr (cherry blossoms)
- Mountain roads have sharp turns - experienced drivers recommended
- Stay recommendation: Lost Villa Valley Lodge (viral treehouse)

"Look up to starry skies, turn around to sea of clouds" - When will you visit this final Jiangnan secret spot recommended by National Geographic? 👇Comment which attraction you want to visit most!

Post by HarperLncstr | Aug 10, 2025

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