This year, I found my favorite island!
by Parker Katherine Kath
Feb 6, 2025
 The Maldives of the East! Lushan West Sea 3 Days 2 Nights Complete Guide 🌊
You can enjoy the thousand-island scenery right in China! Lushan West Sea is known as the "Maldives of the East," with over 1,600 islands scattered across 95 square kilometers of water. The lake water is crystal clear, like a piece of jade embedded among the mountains 🏞
✨【Must-Visit Attractions】
📍Main Scenic Area (8:00-17:00)
▪️Glass Viewing Platform: Overlook 360-degree unbeatable lake views
▪️Water Park: Exciting activities like jet skiing and banana boat rides
📍Zhelin Lake
▪️Island Tour by Boat: Get up close to the beautiful archipelago
📍West Sea Hot Spring Resort (9:00-23:00)
▪️Soak in Hot Springs: Enjoy the nourishment of natural hot springs
📍Yunju Mountain
▪️Zhenru Zen Temple: A thousand-year-old ancient temple with lingering Buddhist chants
🏞【Travel Tips】
1. Boat tours are the best way to enjoy the views; morning times are recommended to avoid harsh afternoon sunlight
2. Self-driving offers more flexibility; ample parking is available at the scenic area
3. Book one day in advance to enjoy online discounts
4. Best photo spots are at the viewing platform and the second deck of the boat
🚗【Transportation Guide】
▪️Self-drive: 2 hours from Nanchang
▪️High-speed Rail: Transfer to a bus at Yongxiu Station for direct access
▪️Bus: Take a direct shuttle from Nanchang Bus Station
🏡【Accommodation Recommendations】
▪️West Sea Hot Spring Holiday Hotel
▪️Shanshui Intercontinental Resort
🍽【Must-Try Foods】
▪️West Sea Steamed Fish
▪️Stone Ear Mushroom Stewed with Free-Range Chicken
▪️Wild Bamboo Shoots Stir-fried with Cured Meat
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