The beauty of Sancha Lake is stunning, and it's so much fun!

Sancha Lake is located in Jianyang City, Sichuan Province (now under the administration of Chengdu Eastern New Area), about 60 km away from downtown Chengdu. It is the second largest artificial lake in Sichuan Province, known as the "Pearl of Tianfu" for its unique landscape of 113 islands and more than 160 peninsulas. The following is a detailed travel guide:

1. Transportation**
**Self-driving**: Depart from downtown Chengdu and drive along the Chengdu-Chongqing Expressway (G85) for about 1 hour. Be careful to slow down when passing through the Longquan Mountain Tunnel.
- **Public Transportation**:
- Take Chengdu Metro Line 18 to "Sancha Station", then transfer to a bus or taxi.
- There are long-distance buses from Chengdu East Railway Station to Jianyang, then transfer to local transportation to the scenic area.

2. Main Attractions**
- **Flower Island**: Flowers bloom in all seasons, with a viewing platform, suitable for taking pictures.
- **Bird Island**: A bird watching paradise where you can see a variety of water birds in the early morning.
- **Moon Island**: Shaped like a crescent moon, with lush vegetation and bright lights at night.
- **Ma'anshan Viewing Platform**: Overlooking the entire Sancha Lake, suitable for taking pictures, with a cruise ship terminal nearby.
- **Dan Jing Mountain and Zhang Fei Camp**: Mountainous scenic spots around the lake, suitable for hiking and adventure.

3. Play Suggestions**
- **Cruise Experience**: Ma'anshan Pier offers cruise services (CNY 80/person during the day, CNY 100/person for night tours), with a voyage of about 40 minutes.
- **Camping and Fishing**: Camping is allowed in some areas, but pay attention to the official regulations (camping is prohibited on some islands). You need to purchase a "fishing card" for fishing, otherwise you may be fined.
- **Best Season**: Spring (March–May) for flower viewing, autumn (September–November) for hiking and photography.

4. Dining Recommendations**
- **Jianyang Mutton Soup**: Local specialty with a rich soup.
- **Spicy Rabbit Head and Grilled Fish**: Sichuan specialty snacks.
- **Recommended Restaurants**: Moon Island Resort Hotel, Flower Island Resort Hotel, Lakeside Farmhouse.

5. Accommodation Options**
- **Resort Hotels**: Such as Moon Island Resort Hotel and Flower Island Resort Hotel, with beautiful surroundings.
- **Farmhouses**: Offering lake view accommodation and farmhouse dishes at affordable prices.

6. Precautions**
- **Parking**: Regular parking lots in the scenic area charge CNY 10–20, and some farmhouses also provide parking spaces.
- **Environmental Protection**: Littering is prohibited, and drone flights are prohibited in some areas.
- **Safety**: There are no guardrails on the lakeside trails, so pay attention to safety when bringing children.

7. Nearby Attractions**
Yuanjue Cave** (Anyue County): Buddhist stone carvings from the Tang Dynasty, suitable for cultural tours.
Pilu Cave** (Anyue County): Esoteric Buddhist stone carving art.
Danjingtai Scenic Area**: Overlooking the Longquan Mountain Urban Forest Park.

Sancha Lake is suitable for weekend getaways, but some islands are currently undeveloped. It is recommended to plan your trip in advance to avoid disappointment.