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📍Qiandao Lake, Hangzhou **🚄 Transportation** - **High-speed rail**: Hangzhou East Station → Qiandao Lake Station (~1 hour), take hotel shuttle or taxi (~30 mins to scenic area). - **Self-drive**: ~2 hours from Hangzhou, ideal for lakeside touring. **🏞️ Must-Visit Attractions** 1. **Central Lake Zone** (classic route): Meifeng Island (panoramic views), Yule Island (water activities), Moonlight Island (love theme). 2. **Southeast Lake Zone** (natural scenery): Huangshanjian ("World for All" viewpoint), Tianchi Island, Osmanthus Island. 3. **Cycling/Hiking**: Chunyang Line (most scenic bike path), Tianyu Mountain Viewpoint (perfect sunset spot). 4. **Other recs**: Beer Town, Fuwen Township Viral School (filming location for *My People, My Homeland*). **🍽️ Food Recs** - **Fish head soup** (must-try! Organic Qiandao Lake fish), wild jiaojiao, river shrimp, rice cakes. - **Restaurants**: Jihe Lakeside (creative dishes), Yuwelguan (time-honored). **🏨 Stay Options** - **Luxury**: Intercontinental, Ahn Luh (private lake views). - **Budget-friendly**: Greentown Resort, lakeside B&Bs. **📌 Tips** - **Tickets**: Scenic entry + boat ~¥200/person, book online for discounts. - **Best season**: Spring/autumn (Apr-May, Sep-Nov), summer is cooler but sunny. - **Itinerary**: 2D1N recommended—relaxing lake tour + cycling. Qiandao Lake is perfect for a chill getaway with healing views. Don’t forget sunscreen and your camera! 📸