Have a few days of immortal dreams — Gexian Village

Step into the world of xianxia! The ultimate 2-day 1-night guide to Gexian Village, where you can live a few days of immortal dreams✨ Mist swirls, lanterns fill the streets, this hidden paradise in Jiangxi will make you forget to go home 🎊 Highlights of Gexian Village Gexian Village is located in Yanshan County, Shangrao, Jiangxi, backed by the famous Gexian Mountain. It is an immersive ancient-style resort centered on Taoist culture. How popular is it? Even the show "Youth Periplous" filmed scenes here! Reasons to visit: · Every step a scenic spot, a holy place for Hanfu photos, every shot looks like an ancient-style masterpiece · Fairy-like mist during the day, dazzling lights at night, experience two completely different beauties in one day · Combines natural scenery, cultural experiences, food, and entertainment, suitable for all ages · Only 1.5 hours by car from Shangrao High-Speed Rail Station, convenient transportation 🚗 Transportation Guide External Transportation · High-speed rail: Take the high-speed train to "Shangrao Station." After exiting, you can find a direct shuttle to Gexian Village, about 1.5 hours by car. You can also carpool or take a taxi, taxi fare is about 150 RMB. · Self-driving: Navigate to "Gexian Village Resort Visitor Center," the road conditions are good, and parking fees at the scenic area are reasonable. Internal Transportation There are sightseeing shuttle buses within the scenic area. Guests staying at hotels inside the scenic area usually can ride unlimited times for free, very convenient. 🗓️ Recommended itinerary: 2-day 1-night highlights tour Day 1: Fairy atmosphere experience in the ancient village at the foot of the mountain · Afternoon: Arrive at Gexian Village and check in to the hotel first (recommended hotels inside the scenic area, such as Zhanshan Su, Xixin Yuan, etc.). · Evening: Stroll along Lingbao Xian Street and Yueya Alley, thousands of lanterns gradually light up, as if traveling back to the prosperous Tang Dynasty. Remember to take photos in front of the lantern wall, super photogenic! 📸 · Night: Don’t miss the Zhongmiao Pavilion light show (starts at 19:50), with colorful neon lights, stunning and magnificent. Then watch the water screen movie "Return to Truth" (starts at 20:50), a visual and auditory feast combining water screen film, lights, fountains, and flames. Day 2: Fairyland blessing journey on the mountain · Morning: Take the cable car up Gexian Mountain (round-trip ticket about 130 RMB, buying a package ticket is more cost-effective), arrive at Tianjing Terrace, and if lucky, enjoy the spectacular sea of clouds. Go to Gexian Temple to pray for blessings, said to be very effective! · Noon: Return to the foot of the mountain and taste local specialty food. · Afternoon: Experience Hanfu travel photography (rental inside the scenic area about 50-100 RMB/2 hours), check in at the infinity pool for the "sky mirror" effect, and finally enjoy Gexian Village’s cultural creative ice cream to perfectly end the trip. 🏞️ Must-visit attractions 1. Zhongmiao Pavilion ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The landmark at the center of the scenic area, a three-story, four-column wooden pavilion. During the day, the lake is shrouded in mist, you can row boats and feed koi; at night, there is a stunning light show and water screen movie, the essence of Gexian Village. 2. Lingbao Xian Street & Yueya Alley ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Thousands of lanterns light up at night, creating a full ancient atmosphere! Wear Hanfu and carry lanterns for a night stroll, every shot is a masterpiece. Yueya Alley hangs oil-paper umbrellas and red lanterns, creating a fairy-tale atmosphere. 3. Gexian Mountain ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Take the cable car up the mountain to overlook the sea of clouds and mountains, the scenery is breathtaking. The Gexian Temple on the mountain is a famous Taoist holy site, very effective for praying and making wishes. 4. Tianjing Terrace & Infinity Pool ⭐⭐⭐⭐ A circular mirror water pool halfway up the mountain, reflecting the sky and mountain views like a sky mirror. The infinity pool overlooks the entire village, especially beautiful during the blue hour. 5. Xichen Gate ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Mist swirls all day long, wearing Hanfu here for photos is full of fairy aura! 🎭 Performance schedule Night performances in Gexian Village are a major highlight. Regular showtimes (some shows may not run on Tuesdays, please check the daily schedule in advance): · Fairy Village Parade: 19:00 (not on Tuesdays) · Zhongmiao Pavilion Light Show: starts at 19:50 · Fantasy Bubble Show: 20:20 (not on Tuesdays) · Return to Truth (water screen movie): 20:50 · Bonfire Party: 21:10 🍜 Food recommendations: · Yanshan Hot Rice Noodles: a Shangrao specialty, rice noodles are smooth and chewy, soup rich and delicious, a must-try! · Dengzhan Cake: made from rice slurry shaped like a bowl, filled with shredded radish, pork, mushrooms, etc., rich in flavor. · Gexian Tofu: local specialty tofu, tender and delicious. · Beef with Red Bud Taro: tender beef and soft taro blend flavors perfectly. 🏨 Accommodation guide Recommended accommodations inside the scenic area 👍 · Zhanshan Su Hotel: cost-effective, about 300 RMB per night including buffet breakfast. · Xixin Yuan, Yue Ran Xian Ju: high-end hotels for a premium experience. Benefits of staying inside the scenic area: includes tickets and cable car tickets, unlimited rides on sightseeing buses, more convenient for night tours and participating in nighttime activities. 💰 Budget: Ticket: about 100 RMB Round-trip cable car ticket: about 130 RMB Ticket + cable car package: 220-230 RMB, more cost-effective Night tour ticket: 80 RMB, entry after 4 PM 💡 Tips 1. Best seasons: spring and autumn have the most comfortable climate and higher chances of sea of clouds; summer averages 25°C, a great place to escape the heat. 2. Dressing advice: wear comfortable sneakers for walking on stone pavements; bring a light jacket as temperature varies on the mountain. 3. Photography tips: · Hanfu is recommended in simple styles to better match the architecture. · Early morning and dusk have the best light; rainy days have a special charm, mist and ancient buildings are a perfect match. 5. Avoid pitfalls: · Don’t blindly join low-price tours, watch out for hidden fees. · Gexian Village is crowded at night, plan your route in advance. · Try to avoid weekend peaks to reduce waiting times. 🌟 Summary Gexian Village is not just a tourist spot but an immersive time-travel experience. Here, you can truly feel the leisure and freedom of "immortal days." Stroll the ancient village by day, listen to the wind and enjoy the scenery; at night, the dazzling lights make you dream back to the Tang Dynasty. Whether for family trips, romantic getaways, or Hanfu enthusiasts checking in, this place fulfills all your imaginations of "immortal days." --- Hope this guide helps you plan a perfect trip to Gexian Village!✨ If this guide is helpful, please like, save, and follow for more exciting travel guides!💕