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Quzhou's Little Seven Holes Can't Stay Hidden Anymore! The Sapphire Lake in Jushan Village is Breathtakingly Beautiful

Hey guys! I've discovered a stunning hidden gem in Jushan Village, Quzhou—a secluded lake that rivals Guizhou's Little Seven Holes! 🌊 Surrounded by lush green mountains and mirror-like emerald waters, with rolling clouds by day and a starry sky by night, this is the ultimate weekend getaway for fresh air! Check out this "nanny-level guide" to unlock this off-the-beaten-path mountain and lake paradise👇 ------ 📍 Hidden Gem Location 🏞️ Spot: Deep in the mountains of Jushan Village, Quzhou (search "Jushan Village" on maps, then ask villagers for directions to "Houshan Lake"—a 20-minute hike required) ⚠️ Note: Undeveloped! No commercial facilities—go with companions and wear anti-slip shoes! 🚗 Transportation Guide 🚙 Self-drive: ~3.5 hours from Hangzhou/Shanghai, ~1 hour from downtown Quzhou to Jushan Village 🅿️ Parking: Free open space at the village entrance; no parking lots in the mountains 🚌 Bus: Take the "Quzhou-Jushan" minibus from Quzhou North Station (2 trips daily; driving is more flexible) 🌄 Activities Guide ✅ Must-Do by Day 1️⃣ Sunrise & Sea of Clouds: Arrive by 5 AM to watch the first sunlight pierce the clouds, turning the lake golden as mist flows like a fairyland! 2️⃣ Paddle to the Center: Bring a transparent kayak (or borrow a bamboo raft from villagers) and row to the middle for "floating in a painting" photos—water is ~5m deep but crystal clear! 3️⃣ Lakeside Hike: ~1-hour loop past waterfalls, ancient trees, and wildflowers—every shot looks like a Windows wallpaper! ✅ Nighttime Romance 🌌 Stargazing: Zero light pollution! The Milky Way is visible after 9 PM—bring a tripod for star trails or lie back for shooting stars~ 🔥 Bonfire Nights: Villagers occasionally host (book ahead)—chat by the fire with roasted sweet potatoes for ultimate coziness! 📸 Photo Tips 1️⃣ Outfits: White/light-colored dresses (contrasts with scenery) or Hanfu/outdoor styles (instant mountain-girl vibes) 2️⃣ Props: Straw hats, bamboo baskets, clear umbrellas (raindrop shots are magical!) 3️⃣ Best Angles: • Lakeside boulder: Overhead lake panorama with subject in the foreground • Waterfall: Backlit silky water with glowing hair strands! • Starry shots: Use phone long-exposure mode + partial face lighting for mystery~ 🍜 Food Tips 🥘 Local Eats: • Jushan Free-Range Chicken Stew: Villagers' home-raised chicken—soup so rich it’ll "make your eyebrows fall off"! • Qingming Guo: Mugwort-leaf dumplings with bamboo shoots (¥5 each)—chewy and fragrant~ 💡 Bring: Water, snacks, fruit (no shops in the village!) ⚠️ Reminders 1️⃣ Safety First: No railings—watch kids closely! 2️⃣ Eco-Friendly: No trash cans—pack out all waste! 3️⃣ Weather: Rain makes trails slippery, but boosts cloud-sea chances! 4️⃣ Signal: Spotty coverage—inform family of plans ahead! 💌 Caption Inspiration • "In Quzhou’s mountains, I found Earth’s original blue" • "Cloud seas are the sky’s kiss; starry rivers are the land’s dream" • "No need for Guizhou—this place has Little Seven Holes’ gentleness" Guys, this secret lake in Jushan Village is beyond words—free, uncrowded, and unreal! Grab your camera crew/family and go breathe in that oxygen~ Drop your lake pics in the comments 💙
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Posted: Jul 7, 2025
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