Absolutely stunning, no wonder it has been featured in National Geographic as a fairyland on earth

Gexian Village Resort is located in Yanshan County, Shangrao, Jiangxi Province, backed by the thousand-year-old Taoist sacred mountain Gexian Mountain. With the story line of "Immortal Gexuan's Cultivation," it blends Taoist culture with classical landscape painting. When the clouds and mist swirl after rain, it looks like a scene from a fantasy drama. It is also a filming location for variety shows like "Youth Tour 2," making it an excellent place for an immersive experience of "immortal life." 1. Core Information at a Glance • Address: Yongyang Road, Gexian Mountain Town, Yanshan County, Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province (Attractions are concentrated within the resort and can be explored on foot) • Transportation: ◦ Public Transport: After arriving at Shangrao Station, there is a direct shuttle bus to the scenic area at the nearby bus station, costing 30 RMB per person, taking 1.5 hours; ◦ Better Option: Ride-sharing is recommended, priced the same as the shuttle bus, with more flexible departure times and greater convenience. • Ticket Policy: The main entrance ticket includes basic sightseeing; internal activities like rowing boats and cable cars require separate fees (rowing boat 20 RMB per person, cable car fees are posted on-site); some platforms offer combined tickets for "entrance + experience projects," which are more cost-effective. • Best Time to Visit: Rainy days (the mist enhances the fairyland feel), holidays like National Day and May Day (featuring special night tours and intangible cultural heritage performances); autumn for foliage viewing (surrounding forests turn colorful, complementing the ancient village). 2. Classic 2-Day 1-Night Itinerary Day 1: Immersive Experience of the Fairy Village’s Life 1. 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Intangible Cultural Heritage Performances and Rowing Boat ◦ Start at the town’s cultural museum with an authentic storytelling performance to feel traditional culture; ◦ Walk along the trail to Zhongmiao Pavilion, watching intangible cultural heritage shows like qigong, Sichuan opera face-changing, and village variety arts along the way; ◦ Arrive at Taixu Illusion before 5:30 PM, spend 20 RMB to take a rowing boat, wander the waterways, feed the koi, and photograph the reflections of the ancient town’s pavilions. 2. 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM: Night Tour Feast in the Fairy Village ◦ Stroll through Lingbao Fairy Street, tasting local specialties like Shangrao roasted chicken leg, Yanshan hot noodles, and dengzhan fruit; ◦ Around 8:00 PM, watch the main night tour events: the Lighting Pavilion Ceremony, "Zhuangzi’s Butterfly Dream" light and shadow show, and the water screen movie "Legend of Gexian," where lights and mist intertwine, as if traveling through the immortal realm; ◦ After dinner, experience scripture copying at Langgan Pavilion or enjoy mountain tea at Hehongyuan, embracing the Taoist slow life. Day 2: Climbing for Blessings and Leisurely Village Stroll 1. 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM: Summit Blessing and Scenic Viewing ◦ Wake naturally and take the cable car to the top of Gexian Mountain, known as "China’s Number One Spiritual Treasure Mountain." Pray at the temple and hang wishes on the wishing tree; ◦ The summit offers a broad view overlooking the entire fairy village and surrounding mountains. On clear days, enjoy magnificent mountain scenery; on cloudy days, watch the sea of clouds rolling. 2. 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Leisurely Exploration of Fairy Village Details ◦ Check in at landmarks like Zhongmiao Pavilion, Floating Bridge, and Fairy Tea Shop, where every photo looks like a fantasy drama scene; ◦ If time allows, listen to folk songs at Yinxi Café or try handicrafts like pottery and plant dyeing to feel the village’s elegance. 3. Must-Experience Activities and Photo Spots • Rowing Boat Tour at Taixu Illusion: 20 RMB per person, a black-awning boat glides through waterways, combined with ancient architecture and koi fish, a key photo opportunity; • Summit Cable Car Blessing: Climb to the top of Gexian Mountain to pray and enjoy panoramic views of the "fairy village nestled in the mountains." Morning visits are recommended to avoid crowds; • Water Screen Movie "Legend of Gexian": Shown every evening at fixed times, combining lights, music, and story for an immersive cultural experience; • Lingbao Fairy Street Experience: Besides food, the street offers tea ceremony, incense ceremony, and traditional Chinese medicine experience shops where you can copy scriptures by hand and taste Hehong tea, appreciating Eastern lifestyle aesthetics. 4. Accommodation Recommendations 1. Gexian Village Xixin Courtyard Resort Villa: Rated 4.7, focuses on Taoist health preservation and hot spring baths, suitable for luxury and scenic seekers. Families with children can enjoy exclusive play facilities; 2. Gexian Village Zhanshan Inn: Located within the resort, themed on literati elegance, rooms are simple and elegant with views of the fairy village. It’s only a 5-minute walk to core attractions; 3. Shanhai Cang International Youth Hostel: Themed on the Classic of Mountains and Seas, cost-effective, ideal for young travelers or backpackers, with a strong social atmosphere to meet like-minded people. 5. Food Guide • Must-Try Main Meals: Recommended Tianyuan Restaurant, specializing in local and creative dishes. Signature dishes include "Book Bag Jade" (crispy soft tofu pouch), fresh shrimp egg drop soup, and fairy village crispy rice beef (tender beef + crispy rice), using fresh ingredients infused with Taoist health concepts; • Specialty Snacks: At Lingbao Fairy Street and Crescent Alley, try Shangrao roasted chicken leg (firm meat), Yanshan hot noodles (spicy and fresh broth), dengzhan fruit (rice skin wrapped filling, fragrant and glutinous), and Qingbuliang (refreshing dessert to relieve greasiness and heat). 6. Travel Tips 1. Dress Suggestions: Bring a set of Hanfu or ancient-style clothing to blend into the fairy tale scenes at the village’s ancient buildings, floating bridge, and Taixu Illusion; daily wear should be light and comfortable, and bring a thin jacket for the windy summit; 2. Itinerary Pace: No need to rush attractions; the village emphasizes "slow life." Rest in the guesthouse courtyard or relax with tea at street-side tea shops when tired; 3. Booking Reminder: Holidays (National Day, May Day) and weekends are busy; book accommodation 1-2 weeks in advance to avoid no vacancies; the night tour’s best viewing spots are limited, so arrive 15 minutes early to secure a place.