Lushan Sea of Clouds Four Views

✔ The four major viewing spots of Lushan Sea of Clouds — Hanpoukou, Great Tianchi, Small Tianchi, and Zonglan Yunfei Stone ✡ Hanpoukou is the core spot for watching the Lushan sea of clouds and sunrise, with a broad view overlooking Poyang Lake; Hanpoukou is recognized as one of the best places to watch the sea of clouds and sunrise. ✡ Small Tianchi is more suitable for viewing the sunset glow and the rare "Buddha’s Light" phenomenon; ✡ Great Tianchi mainly features cultural relics and is not primarily for cloud viewing; ✡ Lushan Zonglan Yunfei Stone is an excellent location for watching the sea of clouds. This stone is located on the toad-shaped rock beside Xianren Cave, inscribed with the four characters "Zonglan Yunfei" (Overlooking the Flying Clouds). 🌄 Background Lushan is located in the middle and lower reaches of the Yangtze River near Poyang Lake, with abundant moisture and an average of about 200 foggy days per year. From May to September is the peak season for sea of clouds and cloud waterfalls. The unique geographical conditions create ever-changing cloud and mist landscapes, attracting many tourists and photography enthusiasts. ✔ Comparison of the Four Major Viewing Spots ① Hanpoukou Sea of clouds, sunrise, panoramic view of Poyang Lake, about 1286 meters high, with steep terrain and vast views. Wangpo Pavilion is an excellent spot for sunrise watching, where the sea of clouds churns like whales swallowing the lake water, majestic and grand. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ② Small Tianchi Sunset glow, sea of clouds, "Buddha’s Light" (precious light), about 1213 meters. You can see "waterfall clouds," and the "Buddha’s Light" phenomenon often appears after rain when the sky clears. It is a unique place to enjoy sunset and cloud scenery. ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (focus on sunset) ③ Great Tianchi Cultural relics, Buddha lamp phenomenon, about 900 meters. Known for the ruins of Tianchi Temple and the "Buddha Lamp" at Wenshu Platform. It is not a mainstream spot for sea of clouds viewing but emphasizes historical culture. ⭐⭐☆☆☆ ④ Zonglan Yunfei Stone Here, clouds and mist intertwine with steep peaks and valleys, creating a dynamic and magnificent scene that adds endless vitality and charm to Lushan’s majestic terrain. ✔ Additional Notes - Hanpoukou: Not only for watching the sea of clouds but also one of the "Nine Great Sunrise Viewing Spots in China." Watching the sunrise from Wangpo Pavilion as it bursts over Poyang Lake with golden rays is a classic scene. - Small Tianchi: Located north of Guling, besides natural scenery, it features Tibetan Buddhist buildings such as Nonata Monastery. From the summit, you can see Jiujiang City and the Yangtze River. - Great Tianchi: At a relatively lower altitude in northwest Lushan, its main attraction is the legendary "Buddha Lamp" phenomenon rather than expansive sea of clouds views. - Zonglan Yunfei Stone: Standing on the stone, you can overlook the mist rising from Jinxiu Valley. When clouds flow along the mountain ridges, they change rapidly—sometimes like waves rolling and gathering, enveloping the mountains; sometimes like flying waterfalls rushing down, sweeping everything including pavilions and trees into the vast sea of clouds, truly embodying the feeling of "sitting and watching the clouds rise." ✔ Overall, if you want to enjoy the magnificent Lushan sea of clouds, Hanpoukou is the first choice, followed by Small Tianchi, where the unique "Buddha’s Light" can be seen under certain weather conditions.