Jiangxi also has its own sea, the domestic version of the Maldives

Jiangxi also has its own sea, the domestic version of the Maldives. Departing from Nanchang, it takes 1h to reach the sea of Jiangxi, located on the west side of Lushan Mountain, where more than 8,000 islands are scattered. There are not many tourists here. Climbing aboard the 'Star of the West Sea' to overlook the West Sea from a God's-eye view, the scenery of the islands scattered around is breathtakingly beautiful. There is also a romantic heart-shaped island, which, paired with the sapphire-like clear waters on a sunny day, adds a touch of embellishment to the West Sea. - ⛵️ Pier The scenic area is divided into Sima Pier and Mengsheng Mountain Pier. I took a sightseeing car to Mengsheng Mountain Pier to take a boat to the island. - ✅ Itinerary Mengsheng Mountain Pier by boat - Yunju Island - Goddess Island - Ruoxi Island - Star of the West Sea - Return by boat to Mengsheng Mountain Tourist Pier - Zherlin Old Town - Return trip - 📷 Recommended Attractions 🏝️ A Lone Tree in the Vast Sea ▪️ A solitary tree standing in the middle of the water, which can be viewed by boat. 🏝️ Yunju Island ▪️ The island has a spot that resembles the Maldives, with white sandy beaches and coconut trees, where you can play in the water up close, and there are also ancient buildings such as Yunju Island and Xihai Pavilion for photo opportunities. 🏝️ Goddess Island ▪️ The island has various thrilling facilities for visitors. Those who are brave can experience the speed and passion of the mountains, and after that, they can choose to slide directly to the next island via a jungle zip line. 🏝️ Ruoxi Island ▪️ Walking across the Jinlong Bridge, which resembles a swimming dragon, leads to the island's pet paradise, where you can watch monkeys and parrots perform up close, making it super suitable for family outings. 🏝️ Star of the West Sea ▪️ The highest point on the island, with a cafe on the second floor, and a direct access to the glass tower on the third floor for a 360-degree view of the entire island. 🏝️ Mengsheng Mountain Pier ▪️ After finishing on the island, take a boat back to Mengsheng Mountain Pier. If you're lucky, you can watch a beautiful West Sea sunset on the shore, and then take a sightseeing car to Zherlin Old Town to see the night view. 🏝️ Zherlin Old Town ▪️ A whole street of snack bars hides various local specialties, especially when the lights are on at night, it feels like a second back to the prosperous Tang Dynasty, with various performances and light shows in the town. - 🍜 Specialty Cuisine 🔸 Jiujiang Radish Cake: A specialty of Jiujiang, a must-eat breakfast for locals. 🔸 Fresh Fish Soup: The soup made from fish from Zherlin Lake cooked on a wood stove is delicious. 🔸 Zherlin Lean Meatballs: Smoother and more tender than fish balls, with a bouncy texture, one bite at a time. - ⚠️ Travel Tips ▪️ Lushan West Sea tour can cover 8 islands and 1 village, the scenic area is very large, basically, you need to walk between islands, so wear a pair of comfortable shoes. ▪️ Remember to stay hydrated outdoors, there are shops on the islands where you can also buy drinks. ▪️ Check the weather before you go, the water of the West Sea is bluer and more photogenic when it's sunny. ▪️ The last boat back to the island is around 5:30 pm, so be mindful of your playtime.