Work is too hard, steal a few days of "immortal" leisure in Gexian Village

Mesmerized by Gexian Village's nightscape! This is the real-life "Xianxia World"🌙 With a foolproof guide Who understands! After staying in Gexian Village for 2 days, this office worker didn’t want to return to the city at all... Mist curls around black-tiled white walls, lanterns string into a galaxy, Taoist priests stroll through ancient streets, and at night, there’s even an "Immortal Parade"—walking around, you can’t help but feel like you’ll bump into a sword-flying Taoist master any second✨ 🌿 First impressions: More ethereal than Jiangnan water towns, less commercialized than trendy tourist spots The entire village is built around "Taoist culture." No repetitive Yiwu souvenir stalls here—instead, you’ll find folding fans and sachets just like those used by Taoist priests, and even people in Taoist robes sipping tea and chatting. The immersion is next level! Hike through sea of clouds by day, catch the light show at dusk, and listen to crickets by the river at night… The pace is so slow it seeps into your bones, perfect for those escaping the urban hustle. 📍 Must-visit highlights (with optimal times) 1. Gexian Mountain Sea of Clouds (6:30-8:00) Take the cable car up the mountain. At dawn, the sea of clouds spills over the mountaintop Taoist temple—like walking on cotton while cultivating immortality! Wear light-colored clothes for photos with a built-in soft glow filter (Round-trip cable car: ¥80; hiking up takes ~1.5hrs, best for fitness enthusiasts). 2. Lingbao Immortal Street Lantern Array (18:00-22:00) At dusk, when lanterns light up, the whole street transforms into a scene from *Spirited Away*! Red lanterns, bluestone paths, and ancient architecture reflect on the water. Snap a pic on any stone bridge—the vibe is divine (Avoid 19:00-20:00 crowds). 3. Water Screen Movie + Light Show (20:00-20:30) At Taiji Square, the water screen projects the legend of Immortal Ge, enhanced by lights and mist—like watching a xianxia blockbuster. Afterward, join the "Immortal Parade" with high-NPCs who’ll greet you with traditional bows. 4. Wash Heart Pond Koi Feeding The village-center pond teems with giant koi that swarm when fed. Locals say wishes made here come true (¥5 for fish food; crouch by the pond for insta-worthy shots). 🏡 Stay inside the scenic area! Recommended: "Pillow Mountain Lodge" or "Moon-Dyed Immortal Abode." Open your window to lantern-lit streets or mountain views—fall asleep to crickets, wake to birdsong. ⚠️ Outside lodging is cheaper but requires early entry, missing the empty magic of dawn streets—not worth it! (Weekends: ~¥500-800/night; weekdays: ¥300+. Book 3 days early for deals.) 🍜 What to eat? Local hidden gems ❌ Skip the viral bamboo-tube milk tea! Try these instead: ✅ Immortal Tofu: Green jelly with refreshing mint water, ¥3/bowl ✅ Yanshan Hot Noodles: Local specialty, spiced meat sauce is killer, ¥10/filling ✅ Roasted Gexian Rice: Black pearl-like grains with subtle fragrance, ¥5/skewer (Look for granny in blue apron—everything’s made fresh.) 🚗 Getting There 📍 Address: Gexian Village Resort, Yanshan County, Shangrao, Jiangxi ✈️ HSR: From "Shangrao Station," taxi 1hr (~¥80) or take scenic shuttle (¥30/person) 🅿️ Drive: Parking ¥10/day, chargers at entrance ⏰ Ideal duration: 2 days, 1 night (1 day’s too rushed; 3 feels repetitive) 🎫 Ticket: ¥100 (covers entry; cable car/Hanfu rental extra) Final truth: This place nails the balance between convenience and authenticity—no overmarketing, just constant delight. If you visit, amble down lantern street slowly. Listen to the wind rustling through lanterns… In that moment, you’ll truly believe: Life is worth it✨