Attractions · Jiujiang

The best spot on Lushan to watch the sunrise over Poyang Lake; on clear days you can see the lake surface meeting the sea of clouds. Main highlights include Litou Point and the viewing platform. Touring tip: go at dawn and bring a jacket; whether you can see the lake depends on the weather. Practical information: the scenic area is located in the Lushan Scenic Area, Jiujiang City, Jiangxi Province; ticket included in the Lushan main ticket; opening hours 06:00–18:00. Best travel season: best March–May and September–November; Lushan is a summer escape and has rime ice in winter. It can be combined with Sandiequan, Meilu and Huajing in Jiujiang for a half-day or full-day itinerary. Before setting out, confirm that day's opening and reservation policies and allow ample time for the visit. In peak season or on holidays, book in advance and travel off-peak, and allow time for queues and security checks. Arrange your length of stay sensibly according to opening hours and your energy. If carrying luggage or travelling with children, allow more time for security checks and walking. Before setting out, confirm that day's opening and reservation policies so that a temporary closure does not disrupt your itinerary. Best season: Best March–May and September–November; Lushan is a summer escape and has rime ice in winter.

Tip: Go at dawn and bring a jacket; whether you can see the lake depends on the weather.

• Address: Lushan Scenic Area, Jiujiang City, Jiangxi Province
• Ticket: Included in the Lushan main ticket
• Opening: 06:00–18:00

Lushan's most spectacular waterfall, with a total drop of 155 metres in three tiers; there is a saying that "without reaching Sandiequan, you are not a Lushan guest". Main highlights include the three-tier waterfall, the 155-metre drop, the cable car and the gorge. Touring tip: there are many steps, and the round trip takes about 2–3 hours; the water flow is strong in the rainy season. Practical information: the scenic area is located in the Lushan Scenic Area, Jiujiang City, Jiangxi Province; ticket ¥64 (includes round-trip cable car, subject to scenic-area notices); opening hours 07:00–17:00. Best travel season: best March–May and September–November; Lushan is a summer escape and has rime ice in winter. It can be combined with Hanpokou, Meilu and Huajing in Jiujiang for a half-day or full-day itinerary. Before setting out, confirm that day's opening and reservation policies and allow ample time for the visit. In peak season or on holidays, book in advance and travel off-peak, and allow time for queues and security checks. Arrange your length of stay sensibly according to opening hours and your energy. If carrying luggage or travelling with children, allow more time for security checks and walking. Before setting out, confirm that day's opening and reservation policies so that a temporary closure does not disrupt your itinerary. Best season: Best March–May and September–November; Lushan is a summer escape and has rime ice in winter.

Tip: There are many steps, and the round trip takes about 2–3 hours; the water flow is strong in the rainy season.

• Address: Lushan Scenic Area, Jiujiang City, Jiangxi Province
• Ticket: ¥64 (includes round-trip cable car, subject to scenic-area notices)
• Opening: 07:00–17:00

Lushan's most famous villa, the summer capital residence of Soong Mei-ling and Chiang Kai-shek, and also the historical scene of the KMT–CCP negotiations. Main highlights include the villa architecture, historical displays, Soong Mei-ling's bedroom and the Lushan Conference. Touring tip: on the same route as the former site of the Lushan Conference; photography is prohibited indoors. Practical information: the scenic area is located in the Lushan Scenic Area, Jiujiang City, Jiangxi Province; ticket ¥25 (subject to scenic-area notices); opening hours 08:00–17:00. Best travel season: best March–May and September–November; Lushan is a summer escape and has rime ice in winter. It can be combined with Hanpokou, Sandiequan and Huajing in Jiujiang for a half-day or full-day itinerary. Before setting out, confirm that day's opening and reservation policies and allow ample time for the visit. In peak season or on holidays, book in advance and travel off-peak, and allow time for queues and security checks. Arrange your length of stay sensibly according to opening hours and your energy. If carrying luggage or travelling with children, allow more time for security checks and walking. Before setting out, confirm that day's opening and reservation policies so that a temporary closure does not disrupt your itinerary. Best season: Best March–May and September–November; Lushan is a summer escape and has rime ice in winter.

Tip: On the same route as the former site of the Lushan Conference; photography is prohibited indoors.

• Address: Lushan Scenic Area, Jiujiang City, Jiangxi Province
• Ticket: ¥25 (subject to scenic-area notices)
• Opening: 08:00–17:00

The site of Bai Juyi's line "In the human world, April's fragrances are all gone; peach blossoms in the mountain temple are just beginning to bloom", where spring peach blossoms reflect in Ruqin Lake. Main highlights include Bai Juyi's Thatched Cottage and Huajing Pavilion. Touring tip: most beautiful in spring; on the same route as Jinxiu Valley. Practical information: the scenic area is located in the Lushan Scenic Area, Jiujiang City, Jiangxi Province; ticket included in the Lushan main ticket; opening hours 06:00–18:00. Best travel season: best March–May and September–November; Lushan is a summer escape and has rime ice in winter. It can be combined with Hanpokou, Sandiequan and Meilu in Jiujiang for a half-day or full-day itinerary. Before setting out, confirm that day's opening and reservation policies and allow ample time for the visit. In peak season or on holidays, book in advance and travel off-peak, and allow time for queues and security checks. Arrange your length of stay sensibly according to opening hours and your energy. If carrying luggage or travelling with children, allow more time for security checks and walking. Before setting out, confirm that day's opening and reservation policies so that a temporary closure does not disrupt your itinerary. Best season: Best March–May and September–November; Lushan is a summer escape and has rime ice in winter.

Tip: Most beautiful in spring; on the same route as Jinxiu Valley.

• Address: Lushan Scenic Area, Jiujiang City, Jiangxi Province
• Ticket: Included in the Lushan main ticket
• Opening: 06:00–18:00