[2025 Jiujiang Attraction] Travel Guide for Yanshui Pavilion (Updated Apr)

After visiting Mount Lu, I had half a day to spare, so I decided to wander around Jiujiang city. I was surprised to discover so many historical sites! Jiujiang, formerly known as "Xunyang" and "Jiangzhou," has a history of over 2,200 years. My walking route: Yanshui Pavilion ➡️ Xunyang Tower ➡️ Suojiang Tower ➡️ Pipa Pavilion Yanshui Pavilion sits in the middle of Gantang Lake, surrounded by water on all sides, connected to the shore by a single plank road. The pavilion's enclosed Hui-style architecture emphasizes the essence of its name, "smoke and water." It is said to be the former site of Zhou Yu's command post during the Three Kingdoms period. Walking along the Yangtze River from Yanshui Pavilion, you'll reach Xunyang Tower. This is where Song Jiang wrote his rebellious poem in *Water Margin*. Today, the tower houses a *Water Margin*-themed exhibition. Looking ahead from Xunyang Tower, you can see a pagoda. This is Suojiang Tower, standing 25.26 meters tall. Built in the 14th year of the Wanli Emperor's reign in the Ming Dynasty (1586) to control the waters, Suojiang Tower has been built and destroyed, destroyed and rebuilt, over the past 400 years. Yet, Suojiang Tower still stands tall. Even when tilted by Japanese bombing, it remains defiantly upright. The last stop is Pipa Pavilion, where Bai Juyi wrote his famous poem, "Pipa Xing" ("Song of the Pipa"). The main pavilion features an exhibition on "Bai Juyi, the Jiangzhou Administrator," and an immersive theater recreating the birth of "Pipa Xing."

For forest explorers, here's a 4-day itinerary for Jiujiang! Explore the lush greenery of Jiujiang and experience the charm of nature. Save this itinerary now! -------------------- 🚗 Itinerary: Day 1️⃣: Xunyang Tower - Suojiang Tower - Yanshui Pavilion Climb Xunyang Tower to experience the weight of history, then head to Suojiang Tower to enjoy the beautiful river view, and finally stroll through Yanshui Pavilion to enjoy the beautiful lake and mountains. Day 2️⃣: Guling Street Stroll through the ancient Guling Street, experience the local culture and atmosphere, and feel the unique charm of Jiujiang. Day 3️⃣: Hanpo Pass - Ruqin Lake - Lushan Flower Path - Sandie Spring - Lushan Love Cinema - Wulao Peak Scenic Area Explore the natural wonders of Hanpo Pass, enjoy the tranquil beauty of Ruqin Lake, stroll through Lushan Flower Path to enjoy the fragrance of flowers, then head to Sandie Spring to admire the magnificent waterfall, and in the evening, you can go to Lushan Love Cinema to enjoy a romantic movie. Finally, climb Wulao Peak to overlook the beautiful scenery of Lushan. Day 4️⃣: Free time in Jiujiang You can explore the local specialty shops, taste authentic food, and feel the urban charm of Jiujiang. 🎉 The journey ends, and you will return home with fond memories. 🌟 -------------------- Must-see attractions: 💦 Sandie Spring: Come here to see the waterfall cascading down, with different scenery in each season. It is both spectacular and elegant, with a unique charm. 🏮 Xunyang Tower: Want to experience the scenes from Water Margin? This is your destination. The ancient restaurant, with its view of the river, is a must-see. 🌆 Guling Street: The heart of Lushan, a sky street at an altitude of 1,100 meters. Walking here, you feel like you are in the clouds. 🏯 Suojiang Tower: A landmark building in Jiujiang, climb the tower to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Yangtze River and feel the unique cultural atmosphere of Jiujiang. -------------------- Travel essentials: What to bring to Jiujiang 👕 Wear light clothing. The temperature in Jiujiang in February is moderate, so a light jacket is enough during the day, but a warm jacket is recommended at night. 👟 Shoes are important. Comfortable sneakers are the best choice for long walks and exploring the beauty of Jiujiang. 🎩 Hats and sunglasses can protect you from the sun and enhance your fashion sense. Under the sun in Jiujiang, you will be the most beautiful person! 📱 Don't forget your power bank. With a fully charged phone, you can capture beautiful moments and share the joy of travel anytime. 💳 ID card, student ID, and other documents. You can save money at several scenic spots and enjoy a smooth and enjoyable trip. 💊 Aspirin, cold syrup, and other emergency medicines. Just in case, make your trip more secure and worry-free. 🧴 Daily cleaning products, dental floss, shower gel, shampoo, and disposable bath towels and underwear make your trip more comfortable and convenient. -------------------- The beautiful scenery and stories of Jiujiang are waiting for you to explore and experience the unique charm of this city!

🌈Attraction features: The Yanshui Pavilion in Gantang Lake is not big, but it has many stories. It is said to be the former site of the platform where Zhou Yu, a famous general during the Three Kingdoms period, commanded his generals. Bai Juyi first built the pavilion in the lake and named it "Jinyue Pavilion" after the line from his poem "Pipa Xing" "When we parted, the vast river was immersed in the moonlight". When Zhou Dunyi, a Neo-Confucian philosopher in the Song Dynasty, was lecturing in Jiujiang, he built another pavilion on the lake embankment and named it "Yanshui Pavilion" after the poem "The water above the mountain is thinly shrouded in smoke". The Nine-Curve Bridge leads to the pavilion and the small garden, which has typical Jiangnan garden features. It is not crowded and very quiet. 🏝️Route recommendation: We took the elderly and took a taxi from Xunyang Tower for only ¥10. 💗Other tips: Tickets are ¥20/person. There are many places to eat nearby, so you can take your time to explore after dinner.

Embark on a journey to Jiujiang for a spiritual interaction. Jiujiang is a city where Buddhist culture is quite developed, with various temples both large and small, making it very suitable for those with a slight belief in Buddhism to go and pray. The temples and Buddha statues are grand and imposing, and most of them do not charge any fees. Jiujiang's cultural promotion is also quite special; the city's culture and history are directly displayed on the streets, allowing people to see the city's historical progress very intuitively. This is a rare approach among many cities and also confirms the deep historical heritage of Jiujiang. The famous Lushan Mountain from our language textbooks is also located here, allowing you to truly experience Lushan as seen through the eyes of literati. As the saying goes: 'To speak of the world, one must walk the world.' One's understanding needs to be continuously expanded and elevated. The cost of living in Jiujiang is not high, and it is not an overly popular city, making it very suitable for travel during peak times without feeling crowded or abrupt. It is perfect for friends to create high-quality nine-square grid photos for social media, ensuring you have content to write about in your circle of friends, and not ending up with nothing to show after a trip. If you can relate to what I've described, you might just experience the charm of Jiujiang. If you like this article, I hope you'll give it a like, thank you, dear readers!

Around Gantang Lake·Yanshui Pavilion·Nanhu Route: Yanshui Pavilion--Ligong Dike (Xiaoba)--Sixian Garden. Yanshui Pavilion: Location: No. 1 Xunyang Road, Xunyang District, Jiujiang City. Ticket: 20 yuan (see image two for discount policy). Opening hours: 9:00--17:00. Transportation: Basically, all the buses going to the city center can get there. Shared bikes are also available. You can enter the pavilion to visit, and the ticket is 20 yuan. Inside the pavilion is like a water garden, where you can see not only pavilions and towers but also introductions to Bai Juyi, Tao Yuanming, and others. It's not very big inside~ There is a square next to it, where many middle-aged and elderly people sing, dance, perform opera, play cards, chat, and stroll 2 Ligong Dike (Xiaoba): Follow Gantang Lake or ride a shared bike, it's quite close~ Search for navigation: Ligong Dike. Xiaoba is the local name. It's actually just a small road, with Gantang Lake on one side and Nanhu on the other, lined with many tall trees. It looks very pleasant in summer, and the snowy scenery in winter is also super beautiful~ You can cycle through during the day, and at night after the specified time (not sure if it's 6-9 pm or 7-9 pm) vehicles can't enter, only walking, so there are a lot of people walking at night. 3 Sixian Garden: Free!! 100 meters northeast of No. 1 Binhu Road, Xunyang District, Jiujiang City. It's less than one kilometer from Ligong Dike, also around the lake. It's a newly renovated place, not many people go there, and the night view is nice~