Memories of Horseback Riding and Deer Feeding at Yangtian Lake

️ **First Stop: Morning Mist at Fairyland Little East River** ⏰ Arrive at the scenic area by 5:30 AM! 📍 No. 2 Viewing Platform offers the perfect shot of fishermen casting nets～ ✨ Outfit tip: Hanfu or solid-color long dresses are super photogenic! Recommended activities: 1️⃣ Misty Little East River (maximum fairy vibes!) 2️⃣ Longjing Gorge (forest waterfalls for fresh oxygen) 🌄 **Gaoyiling Danxia Wonder** ⌚️ Best visited after 3:00 PM to avoid scorching sun 🚁 Aerial shots of Lizard Lake are breathtaking! ⚠️ Note: Wear anti-slip shoes! Some areas lack guardrails 🦌 **Must-Do at Yangtian Lake Grassland** ✨ Rare high-altitude grassland in southern China! 💫 Highlights: 👉 Photo ops at Hobbit House 👉 Horseback riding across the grassland 👉 Feeding adorable little deer (so healing!) 📍 At 1,300m elevation—bring a jacket～ 🍜 **Food Hits & Misses** 🔥 Must-try: ✔️ East River salmon (five ways to enjoy one fish—amazing!) ✔️ Qifengdu fish noodles (spicy red broth) ✔️ Slaughtered pork noodles (Old Deng’s fish noodles are legendary) ⚠️ Skip: ✖️ Unnamed roadside fish restaurants 🏡 **Accommodation Guide** 1️⃣ Little East River homestays: Choose "That Year" for easy early access 2️⃣ Downtown hotels: Convenient transport near Wuling Square 3️⃣ Grassland yurts: Summer-only experience! 🚗 **Transport Tips** High-speed rail: Guangzhou/Changsha → Chenzhou West (1-2h) Private car: Downtown → Yangtian Lake round trip: 400 RMB (Winding mountain roads—beginners, don’t drive!) 📌 **Pro Tips** 1️⃣ Buy Little East River tickets in advance! 2️⃣ Pack mosquito repellent and sunscreen 3️⃣ Specify spice level for fish noodles (Hunan spicy—you know the drill) 🎒 **Packing List** ☑️ Jacket (big temperature swings) ☑️ Sunscreen + hat ☑️ Sneakers (lots of walking!) Save this ultimate guide and start your fairyland adventure in Chenzhou! ✨