Chenzhou Bailang | "Hunan's Little Erhai" Travel Guide

| "Hunan's Little Erhai" Travel Guide. ✨Chenzhou Bailang | "Hunan's Little Erhai" Travel Guide✨ 📍Bailang Scenic Area is located in Bailang Township, Zixing City, Chenzhou, and is a dazzling gem by Dongjiang Lake, known as "Little Erhai." Here's a detailed travel guide to Bailang: 💗Transportation Guide ✅Self-driving: Navigate directly to "Bailang Dock" or "Bailang Scenic Area." From Chenzhou, it's about a 40-minute drive. Parking is convenient, with the dock parking lot charging 10 yuan per time. ✅Public transportation: There's a direct bus to Bailang Tourist Center from Wanhua Station next to Chenzhou West Station. One bus daily, departing at 10am, ticket price 25 yuan per person. Tickets must be purchased in advance through the "Chenqi Group" WeChat official account. 💗Activities ✅Lake cycling/driving: Bailang has a 13 km lake-circling road with breathtaking lake and mountain views along the way. You can rent bicycles or electric scooters at Bailang Dock, with options for single or double bikes. Electric scooters start at 60 yuan per hour. ✅Boat tours: Take a boat from Bailang Dock to enjoy the magnificent views of Dongjiang Lake and visit Phoenix Island to interact with the small animals there. ✅Photo spots: The viewing platform at the entrance of Ramada Hotel and the "Five Islands One Village" sign are popular photo spots. The hotel's infinity pool is also very photogenic. Additionally, the Fishing Village Day Coffee Night Bar is favored by many tourists. 💗Food Recommendations ✅Qiaozui fish: Tender meat that's delicious whether steamed or braised. ✅Salmon: The "salmon" here is actually rainbow trout, available in various preparations such as sashimi or braised. Worth trying. ✅Grilled fish: Local specialty grilled fish is available from outdoor vendors near Bailang Dock, starting at 10 yuan per fish, with a delicious aroma. 💗Accommodation Options ✅Dongjiang Lake Five Islands One Village Ramada Hotel: Well-equipped with an infinity pool. Lake-view rooms offer excellent views directly overlooking Dongjiang Lake. ✅Local guesthouses: Many guesthouses along Bailang offer beautiful surroundings at relatively affordable prices, allowing you to experience the peaceful local life. 💗Travel Tips ✅Check the weather forecast in advance and choose a sunny day for better scenery and photos. ✅In summer, remember to take sun protection and mosquito repellent measures. ✅Bailang Scenic Area is generally open from 08:30-17:30, so plan your visit accordingly.