Jiangxi's Maldives! A Cheaper Alternative to Thousand Island Lake? I Found This Hidden Gem

🌊 Jiangxi's hidden "Thousand Island Paradise"! The ultimate guide to 2 days and 1 night at Lushan West Sea. This is all you need! 📍 Why must you visit Lushan West Sea? Lushan West Sea is not the sea, but it's gentler than the sea! Over 8,000 emerald islands are scattered across the lake, with top-notch air and water quality and off-the-charts negative oxygen ions. Every photo you take is screensaver-worthy! Sparkling lake views in spring, water carnivals in summer, healing hot springs in autumn and winter—stunning scenery all year round! 🚗 Transportation Guide ✅ Self-driving: Depart from Nanchang/Jiujiang, navigate to "Lushan West Sea Sima Wharf," 1.5 hours direct. ✅ High-speed rail: Get off at Jiujiang Station, take a 1-hour taxi or the scenic spot direct bus (35 yuan/person). ✅ Airplane: Changbei Airport → about 50 minutes by car to the scenic spot. 🔥 Must-See Attractions TOP 5 1️⃣ Yunju Island The ultimate in Zen! Climb the 37-meter-high Yunju Pagoda for a panoramic view, take photos in Hanfu at the ancient pavilions, and instantly travel back to a fantasy drama! 2️⃣ West Sea Star Glass Tower 360° view from 99 meters high! Beneath your feet are the turquoise waves of a thousand islands. Enjoy coffee with a cloud-top view. Drones can also capture the hidden ❤️ heart-shaped island! The 99 yuan ticket is worth every penny! 3️⃣ Goddess Island A romantic paradise! Walk the 100-meter glass walkway overlooking the lake, experience the thrill of jungle trekking, and discover the legend of the West Sea Goddess~ 4️⃣ Zhelin Old Town A must-visit at night! Gan-style ancient streets + water curtain light show. Recommended snacks: fish head tofu soup, and Ai Mi Guo (glutinous rice balls). Take photos in Hanfu at night for instant masterpieces! 5️⃣ Jinkou Water World Adrenaline rush! Motorboats, fly fish, paragliding... Over 20 activities to enjoy! For families with children, choose a bamboo raft tour to slowly enjoy the picturesque scenery. 🍜 Foodie Radar - Fish Head Tofu Soup: Freshly caught fish + farmhouse tofu, milky white soup, incredibly delicious! - West Sea Bamboo Shoots: Crispy, tender, and sweet, perfect for stir-frying or stewing with meat! - Yijiahe Tangerines: Thin-skinned, seedless, sweet, and juicy! You can also experience picking them in autumn and winter~ 🏨 Accommodation Recommendations 🌟 Luxury: Hilton Garden Inn Lushan West Sea (lake view balcony + infinity pool) 🌟 Hot Spring Lovers: West Sea Holiday Inn Hot Spring Resort (real radon hot springs, incredibly healing under the starry sky) 🌟 Budget-friendly: Zhelin Lake Hotel (lakeside location, 200+ yuan per person) 📅 2-Day, 1-Night Itinerary DAY 1: Yunju Island → Goddess Island → West Sea Star → Zhelin Old Town (night tour) → Hot springs DAY 2: Jinkou Water World → Hua Qiangu (go-karts/grass skiing) → Return trip ⚠️ Tips to Avoid Pitfalls 1. Buy boat tickets in advance (combined tickets for admission + boat are more cost-effective). 2. Bring a drone! The heart-shaped island and the sunset over the "orange sea" can only be captured by aerial photography! 3. The best time to visit is from April to October. Avoid the rainy season for better photos~ "Only after seeing Lushan West Sea can you understand what 'mountains and rivers inspire pride, every season a poem' truly means." There's no city noise here, only the whispers of the lake breeze and stars hanging low in the vast sky. Take a weekend and become an islander for two days!