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Meishan Yanv Lake 3-Day 2-Night Guide|Secrets to the Lake Scenery and Light Effects

📍Key Highlights: Yanv Lake, the "Highland Sapphire" at the foot of Wawu Mountain. Over 3 days, connect the lake reflections, snowy mountain forests, and ancient town atmosphere. In October, when the colorful forest begins to tint, Wawu Mountain and the lake surface frame perfect shots, ideal for both summer retreats and vacations. 🚗 Transportation and Ticket Guide • Self-driving: 2.5 hours from Chengdu, navigate to "Yanv Lake Wangping Viewing Platform." The route has many curves, so drive carefully; parking at the scenic area costs 10 RMB/day. • Tickets: Yanv Lake is free to enter. Wawu Mountain tickets are 100 RMB in peak season (there are often limited free ticket promotions). A combined ticket for two cable cars is 186 RMB. • Accommodation: Top choice is Qihu Mountain Lodge lake view rooms (windows face Wawu Mountain), or lakeside Yayuan for private hot spring baths. ✨ 3-Day Core Itinerary Day 1: First Encounter with the Lake Light · Sunset Hunt • Morning: Upon arrival, head straight to Wangping Viewing Platform to capture the classic shot of Wawu Mountain reflected on the lake, using leaves as foreground to block distractions. • Afternoon: Take a fishing boat around the lake (50 RMB/person), capture moments when the lake water glows golden, and splash in the shallow areas for playful photos. • Dinner: Enjoy Yan fish hotpot at a fisherman's home; the fish is tender, and the broth is milky white and super fresh. Day 2: Explore Wawu Mountain · Chase Light in the Forest Sea • Early morning: Take the Jinhua Bridge cable car up Wawu Mountain, wait at Xianger Viewing Platform for the sea of clouds sunrise, use a telephoto lens to capture clouds flowing over the ridge. • Morning: Hike the cliff plank road, use slow shutter speed to photograph the silky water flow at Lanxi Waterfall, and shoot the cold firs and lawn together at Mandarin Duck Pool. • Evening: Return to Yanv Lake, shoot backlit silhouettes in the lakeside reed marsh, the contrast of red dresses and green lake is eye-catching. Day 3: Ancient Town Finale · Return with Fireworks • Morning: Visit Liujiang Ancient Town, photograph reflections on the bluestone paths beside the stilted buildings, sit by the window in an old teahouse for cultural shots. • Afternoon: Explore ancient town shops, try brown sugar glutinous rice cakes, and buy Gaomiao Baijiu as souvenirs. • Before departure: Check in at Meizhou Dongpo, pack Dongpo pork knuckle to savor the fresh and fragrant Sichuan flavors. 📸 Photo Tips 1. Lake Reflections: Shoot at low angles during calm early mornings to capture the double reflection of Wawu Mountain and the sky. 2. Sea of Clouds Portraits: Stand at the edge of Xianger Viewing Platform, shoot side profiles with layered clouds, leaving space in the sky. 3. Ancient Town Light and Shadow: Choose noon to capture sunlight filtering through stilted building window lattices casting mottled shadows on stone steps. ⚠️ Pitfall Warnings • Wawu Mountain cable car is under maintenance on Wednesdays; enter the park 1 hour early. Lake view homestays require booking 1 month in advance during peak season. • Strong UV rays by the lake; sunscreen hats and sunglasses are essential. Bring a light jacket for the cool evenings. • Choose shops with clear pricing in the ancient town to avoid overpriced "specialty" traps.
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Posted: Oct 17, 2025
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