Meifeng Island is one of the more popular islands in the Thousand Islands Lake scenic area. It is located on the Zhuangyuan Peninsula at the western end of the Central Lake Area. It is an excellent spot for climbing and enjoying panoramic views among the islands of Thousand Islands Lake. Ascending to the Meifeng Viewing Platform, one can see numerous small islands floating on the lake surface like matcha cakes. This is the iconic landscape of Thousand Islands Lake, earning it the name ‘Meifeng Commanding View’.
Meifeng Island is a stop on the morning cruise itinerary in the Central Lake Area. It can also be reached by chartering a yacht (usually available for charter before 15:00). One can purchase tickets and board the boat at the Central Lake Area tourist dock. The island is not large, and it takes about 15 minutes to reach the summit on foot. Alternatively, one can take the cable car near the dock to the vicinity of the viewing platform on the mountain (round trip costs 60 yuan for reference). The experience of overlooking the islands and the lake from the cable car offers a unique perspective.
The viewing platform at the top of Meifeng Island is an ideal spot for taking photos and is the main reason why most tourists visit. However, the viewing platform is usually crowded. Visitors need to be quick-eyed and agile-footed to find a good spot for photos. The viewing platform is divided into two levels. A better way to take photos is to have the subject on the lower level and the photographer on the upper level, which can achieve a good bird’s-eye view.
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One can take the cable car up the mountain and choose between sliding down the grass or walking down. The downhill journey is quite manageable, providing ample time for sightseeing. Therefore, sliding down the grass for time-saving purposes is less crucial. However, for those tourists seeking the thrill of sliding, it’s an option worth considering. The end point of the sliding grass is the catering service center, where you can enjoy a meal.
If you opt for a cruise ship to the island, be aware that the ship’s guide will agree on a specific time to stay on the island with the tourists, and there is no option to change ships midway. Missing your scheduled boat could result in additional fees, so it’s essential to pay close attention to the time and plan your itinerary accordingly. On the other hand, chartering a yacht offers more flexibility with the time.
The entire text is open all year round from 08:00 to 14:50. Regarding service facilities, there is a parking lot available at the Thousand Islands Lake Central Lake Area Tourist Dock Parking Lot. The reference price is 6 yuan per hour, with a daily cap of 40 yuan on regular days and 60 yuan on holidays. The address is Menggu Road, Thousand Islands Lake Scenic Area. The number of parking spaces is subject to the actual situation on site.
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