{"product_id":"qiandao-lake","title":"Qiandao Lake","description":"\u003cp\u003eQiandao Lake, located in Chun'an County, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, is one of the lakes with the most islands in the world. It is also one of the first batch of national scenic spots and a national 5A-level tourist attraction. Formed by the construction of the Xin'anjiang Hydropower Station, it is world-renowned for its unique landscape of \"thousands of islands, beautiful waters, and a golden belt of water.\" Qiandao Lake is not only a stunning tourist destination but also an important strategic water source for the Yangtze River Delta region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Most Beautiful Water Under Heaven\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQiandao Lake's greatest highlight lies in its exceptionally high-quality water. The water quality has consistently met the national Class I water standard, making it directly drinkable. The lake water is crystal clear, with visibility reaching up to 12 meters. It is precisely this purity that has given rise to the nationally renowned \"Qiandao Lake\" fish head and Nongfu Spring mineral water (which has a water source in Qiandao Lake).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Thousand Islands, Each with Its Own Shape and Form\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe islands in the lake vary in size and shape, clustered together like stars surrounding the moon, or scattered seemingly disconnected yet connected. Looking out over the lake, the green mountains and clear waters, dotted with islands, create a unique scene of \"a thousand islands, clear water, and a golden belt\" (the ring of yellow soil exposed below the waterline around the islands resembles a golden belt).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCentral Lake Area and Southeast Lake Area\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQiandao Lake tourism is generally divided into two core areas:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCentral Lake Area: Developed earlier and with mature facilities, it is the first choice for most tourists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeifeng Island: The core of the core. There's a saying: \"Without climbing Meifeng Island to view the islands, one cannot truly appreciate the beauty of Qiandao Lake.\" Climbing to the Meifeng viewing platform offers panoramic views of over 300 islands of varying sizes, making it the best spot for a complete view of Qiandao Lake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e**Fisherman's Island:** Primarily for water sports and dining, where you can savor authentic Qiandao Lake fish head soup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e**Moonlight Island:** Composed of several small islands connected by floating bridges, this love-themed area is perfect for couples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e**Southeast Lake Area:** Offers more pristine and tranquil natural scenery, with more beautiful islands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e**Huangshan Peak:** A scenic spot on par with Meifeng Island. From the summit, the numerous islands form a natural \"天下为公\" (All Under Heaven Belongs to the People) character, with the \"公\" (public) character being particularly clear, a truly breathtaking sight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e**Tianchi Island:** Primarily for observing fish and birds, it features the remains of a Southern Song Dynasty quarry and a bird park.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e**Osmanthus Island:** Named for the abundance of wild osmanthus trees on the island, it's also a classic monkey island.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnderwater Ancient City (Mysterious Legend)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBeneath Qiandao Lake lies a thousand-year-old ancient city—Lion City (formerly Sui'an County). In 1959, the Xin'an River was dammed, and the ancient cities of Lion City and He City, along with 49 surrounding towns, sank to the bottom of the lake. Remarkably, due to the lake's immersion, the ancient city was perfectly preserved. Today, through diving exploration and underwater photography, the mystery of this \"Oriental Atlantis\" is gradually being unveiled. Visitors can learn about its former appearance through the Wenyuan Lion City Scenic Area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCycling Around the Lake\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQiandao Lake boasts Zhejiang Province's most beautiful highway—the Qianfen Highway. This highway runs along the lake and features a dedicated cycling greenway, approximately 140 kilometers long. The scenery along the way is picturesque, passing through tunnels and crossing bridges, with green mountains on one side and clear water on the other—a paradise for cycling enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChun'an Cuisine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQiandao Lake Fish Head: A must-try delicacy when visiting Qiandao Lake. The bighead carp here are large and plump, and can be cooked in various ways, such as in white broth, braised, or with chopped chili peppers. The white broth fish head, in particular, is milky white and incredibly delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChun'an Rice Porridge: A local specialty snack, made by grinding rice, chili peppers, and other ingredients into a paste and simmering it, giving it a unique texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHawthorn Walnuts: Chun'an is an important production area for awthorn walnuts, which are fragrant, crunchy, and delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"openchina","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47822412251395,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"TWD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/4403\/2259\/files\/u_3734333107_3059941728_fm_253_app_138_f_JPEG.jpg?v=1770830920","url":"https:\/\/openchinatravel.com\/products\/qiandao-lake","provider":"openchina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}