Viewing Dongting Lake from Yueyang Tower — In-depth Travel Guide: An Immersive Experience from History to Everyday Life
by emmawhisper
Aug 20, 2025
The mood of "Once heard of Dongting waters, now climbing Yueyang Tower" is finally experienced firsthand with the kids!✨
The kids were super excited to see Yueyang Tower from their textbook in person💖
📍【Must-Visit Attractions】
1️⃣ Yueyang Tower
One of the Three Great Towers of Jiangnan, truly well-deserved! Recommended to enter after 4 PM to catch both sunset and night views at once🌅
Kids love touching the bronze dragon pillars at the entrance (locals say it brings good luck🐲)
2️⃣ Junshan Island
The round-trip boat ride is super fun! The reed marshes are stunning in spring🌾
The Xiangfei bamboo on the island is perfect for parent-child Hanfu photos📸
3️⃣ Baling Square
The night view is gorgeous! The Houyi shooting snake statue is very impressive🗿
The lakeside night market has lots of snacks at affordable prices~
🍜【Food List】
✅ Yueyang BBQ
Dongdan Brother BBQ is legendary!🍢
Kids love the beef skewers and grilled crucian carp
✅ Dongting Lake Fresh Fish
“Return Fish” hotpot is incredibly fresh🐟
Ximao Restaurant is very authentic, don’t forget to add rice noodles
✅ Yueyang Tower Milk Tea
A must-have cup at the scenic spot entrance🧋
Holding it while taking photos with Yueyang Tower feels very ceremonial
📅 One-day itinerary:
Morning at Junshan Island → Lunch with lake fresh fish → Afternoon at Yueyang Tower → Evening at Baling Square
📌【Practical Tips】
Direct bus from high-speed rail station to the scenic area
Buying a combo ticket is more cost-effective
Check sunset time and arrive early
Weekends are crowded, recommend off-peak visits
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