Mythical Sea Immortal Mountain Comes to Life

📜 Myth Legend: The Millennium Romance of the Eight Immortals Crossing the Sea It is said that Penglai is one of the "Three Divine Mountains on the Sea." Emperor Ying Zheng once sent Xu Fu to search for the elixir of immortality, and Emperor Wu of Han built a city to gaze at the immortal mountain. The most classic story is the "Eight Immortals Crossing the Sea": after drinking at Penglai Pavilion, the eight immortals including Iron Crutch Li and Lü Dongbin each used their magical treasures to cross the sea. The saying "The Eight Immortals cross the sea, each showing their own divine powers" originates from this! In ancient times, there were often "mirages at sea." Fishermen saw pavilions and towers appearing on the sea and passed them off as the dwellings of immortals, making Penglai synonymous with immortal culture✨ 🌟 Travel Guide: Complete Checklist for the Immortal Island 🏛️ Must-Visit Attractions 1. Penglai Pavilion Scenic Area (Ticket ¥100): The core check-in spot! Climb the Ming Dynasty ancient city tower to see the "sea and sky as one," touch the magical stone wall of the "Wind Shelter Pavilion" (no wind can blow inside), take photos in front of the Eight Immortals sculptures to mimic the "crossing the sea" scene, and watch the sunset over the sea from Tianheng Mountain in the evening. The orange sunset glow on the sea looks like the immortals spilled their paint palette~ 2. Eight Immortals Crossing the Sea Scenic Area (Ticket ¥80): A group of ancient-style buildings built by the sea. Take a boat ride for the best close-up view of the "mirage at sea" (higher chance in spring and autumn). The "Eight Immortals Temple" inside the park tells the legends of each immortal. Wearing Hanfu for photos here gives a strong ancient vibe! 3. Three Immortals Mountain Scenic Area (Ticket ¥120): Recreates the mythical "Penglai, Fangzhang, Yingzhou" three divine mountains. The white jade reclining Buddha in the Jade Buddha Temple inside the park is stunning. Pavilions and towers reflect on the lake surface, and walking on the bridge feels like treading waves to become an immortal🌉 🚗 Transportation Tips - Take the high-speed train to "Penglai Station," then taxi to the scenic area for ¥20; self-driving navigation to "Penglai Pavilion Parking Lot," ¥10/hour. - Taxis between scenic spots are very convenient. It’s only a 10-minute drive from Penglai Pavilion to Eight Immortals Crossing the Sea, or you can take the tourist shuttle (¥5/person). 🍤 Food Recommendations Must-try "Penglai Noodles" (¥8/bowl), open from 5 AM, with extra fish sauce for freshness! For seafood, choose the big stalls at "Muzhikou Fishing Port," where for about ¥60 per person you can enjoy freshly caught oysters and steamed crab, avoiding the high-priced restaurants inside the scenic areas~ 📌 Practical Tips - Best time to visit: April to June / September to October, to avoid summer crowds. Spring and autumn are the best seasons to see the mirage at sea. - Dress code: It’s windy by the sea, bring a light jacket; wear light-colored clothes for better photos with the blue sky and sea. - Avoid traps: Don’t buy roadside "immortal medicine" or "magic water." For souvenirs, choose Eight Immortals bookmarks or shell handicrafts from the scenic area’s cultural shops for better value.