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#XishanIslandOsmanthusBlooming [Suzhou Xishan Island · Autumn Slow-Paced Two-Day Tour Guide] Xishan Island, located in the center of Taihu Lake, is the largest freshwater island in Jiangnan, four

[Suzhou Xishan Island · Autumn Slow-Paced Two-Day Tour Guide] With beautiful scenery in all four seasons, autumn is particularly enchanting. Here, the lake and mountains reflect each other, orange groves exude fragrance, and ancient villages are tranquil, making it an ideal place to escape the city's hustle and bustle. Day 1: Drive or cycle around the island, check in at Shigong Mountain Lake View Platform to watch the sunset glow; visit Mingyuewan Ancient Village, and experience the charm of the Tang Dynasty under the thousand-year-old camphor trees; in the evening, check into a lakeside guesthouse and enjoy seasonal delicacies such as Taihu Sanbai and Yangcheng Lake Hairy Crabs. Day 2: Ascend Piaomiao Peak for a panoramic view of Taihu Lake, where clouds and mist create a fairyland; then head to Linwu Cave to explore the "Ninth Grotto-heaven under Heaven," where the stalactites inside are fantastical and magnificent; along the way, pick oranges and experience the joy of autumn harvest. It is recommended to visit in spring or autumn when the climate is pleasant, suitable for family trips or romantic getaways. Please protect the ecological environment, do not litter, and respect local customs. Come to Xishan Island, boat on the misty waters, get intoxicated by the scent of osmanthus, and encounter the most poetic autumn in Jiangnan.
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