Thousand Island Lake—a fairyland hidden by nature, a must-visit destination

- Attractions - Thousand Island Lake Scenic Area: Meifeng Island in the central lake area is the best place to climb high and enjoy the scenery. You can overlook more than 300 islands of various sizes. Huangshan Peak in the southeast lake area fully displays the natural scenery of Thousand Island Lake's green mountains and clear waters. From the top of the mountain, more than 90 islands come into view. - Tianyu Mountain Viewing Platform: With a broad view, you can admire the beautiful scenery of scattered islands. It is also a good place to enjoy the stunning sunset. - Qinchuan Village: A village with more than 700 years of history, full of ancient charm, where you can experience the tranquility and beauty of an old village. - Special Food - Thousand Island Lake Fish Head: The signature dish of Thousand Island Lake. The fish head is cooked in various ways, with delicious soup and tender meat. - Bamboo Shoots: Commonly stir-fried, they have a tender taste and are a common dish in Thousand Island Lake hotels. - Thousand Island Jade Turtle: Also known as bracken, it is one of the important wild delicacies in the mountains and forests of Thousand Island Lake, and is served in many restaurants. - Accommodation Options - Luxury: Thousand Island Lake Angsana Resort, nestled among the lake and mountains, features a "heart-shaped island"; Thousand Island Lake Atour Hotel, where you can enjoy the exclusive and luxurious Nine Islands Secret Realm designed by a talented designer. - Family-friendly: Thousand Island Lake Minghao International Resort Hotel, with a huge children's play area, suitable for traveling with the elderly and children; Thousand Island Lake InterContinental Resort, with a large children's play area and stunning sunset views. - Budget-friendly: Thousand Island Lake Fairfield by Marriott, located at the foot of Tianyu Mountain, offers great value for money, with some dates offering 3 days and 2 nights for three or four hundred. - Transportation Guide - Public Transportation: From Hangzhou, you can take a direct bus to Chun'an Thousand Island Lake Town from Hangzhou West Bus Station. Buses depart every 30 minutes from 6:00 am to 6:50 pm, and the journey takes about 2 hours. From Shanghai, you can take a bus from Shanghai Gongxing Road No. 80 North District Bus Station at 1:50 pm, or from Hongqiao Road No. 211 Xujiahui Long-Distance Bus Station at 7:10 am to Thousand Island Lake. - Self-driving: From Hangzhou, take National Highway 320 to the Fuyang Hengliangting Overpass, take the right lane towards Xindeng, then take Provincial Highway 05 at Songxi, pass through Tonglu Fenshui Town, and arrive at Chun'an Thousand Island Lake. The total distance is 140 km.