Spring Snow at Lushan's Flower Path

When spring's gentleness meets the romance of early snow, Lushan Flower Path Park transforms into a magical winter wonderland. During this season, the path sheds its springtime bustle and blooms, covered in pristine snow like a serene ink painting. Walking along the winding path, the crunching sound of snow beneath your feet creates nature's delightful melody. Through the snowy mist, pavilions and towers appear ethereally, exuding poetic charm and classical elegance. Here, you can slow down to savor the unique blend of spring snow and historic sites, experiencing the sparks between history and nature. Come to Lushan Flower Path Park for a spring snow rendezvous and create unforgettable travel memories. 📍Address: Inside Lushan National Scenic Area (North Side), 48 Hexi Road, Guling Town, Lushan City, Jiujiang, Jiangxi Province 🚗Transportation: • High-speed Rail: Arrive at either Jiujiang Station or Lushan Station. Jiujiang Station is closer to the scenic area's North Gate shuttle bus. A taxi ride costs about CNY 30-40; alternatively, take a public bus to the scenic shuttle bus, though it takes longer. Lushan Station is closer to the West Gate cable car. Take the free shuttle to the parking lot across the station, then the Lushan cable car line (about 25 minutes). A taxi takes about 20 minutes and costs around CNY 35. • Cable Car: Round-trip tickets are CNY 120. Operating hours: 07:30-18:30. Fast and motion sickness-free, but you'll need an additional CNY 70 shuttle bus ticket to explore the mountaintop scenic area. • Shuttle Bus: Adult tickets are CNY 90. Operating hours: 7:30-16:20. Valid for unlimited rides within 7 days, covering both uphill and downhill transportation. The southern route has 286 turns, while the northern route has 396 turns. The journey takes about 1 hour. • Self-driving: During snowfall, mountain roads are restricted. Park at the foot of the mountain and take either the shuttle bus or cable car. 👍️Must-visit Spots: • Flower Path Pavilion: A square stone pavilion with red pillars and an umbrella-shaped roof where Bai Juyi once wrote poems while viewing peach blossoms. A stone inside bears the characters "Flower Path," reportedly written by Bai Juyi himself. • Bai Juyi Cottage: Reconstructed according to Bai Juyi's "Records of Lushan Cottage" - "a five-beam, three-room cottage with stone steps, hanging pillars, and bamboo walls." Facing south with a wooden structure and thatched roof, it allows visitors to imagine the poet's life and creative process. • Ruqin Lake: Built in 1961, the violin-shaped lake covers 110,000㎡ with a capacity of 1 million m³. During snowfall, the lake merges with the snowy landscape. A curved bridge connects to an island where vegetation contrasts beautifully with the snow, creating a natural ink painting. 🎟️Tickets: Flower Path Park is free and included in the Lushan entrance ticket. Lushan Scenic Area tickets cost CNY 160 per person. Book through the "Yi Ji You Lushan" mini program with ID card and facial recognition. Student ID holders get 50% off. The "All-Access Pass" allows 7-day access to Lushan's core area (5A scenic spot) and 10 other attractions, including Bilong Pool, Bailudong Academy, Sandiequan Waterfall, Guanyin Bridge, Xiufeng Peak, Taohuayuan, Maweishui, Lianhuadong Forest Park, Tianhe Valley, and Dakou Waterfall. Free admission in March. 💗Additional Information: • Snow Gear: Bring warm accessories like hats, scarves, gloves, and earmuffs for the cold weather; sunglasses to protect from snow glare; a thermos for hot drinks; and power banks as batteries drain faster in cold weather. Wear comfortable, warm down jackets and wool clothing. Ice cleats are essential for slippery conditions. • Accommodation: Stay in Guling Town, close to Flower Path Park with various guesthouses and hotels. Book early as accommodations fill up during snow season. Choose luxury resorts if budget allows, or guesthouses for better value. • Food: Guling Street offers local specialties like fish head with beans, braised pork trotters, stone ear mushroom with chicken, spicy fried bamboo shoots, and Lushan potatoes with pork. Try Lushan rice cakes with various flavors. If not driving, enjoy winter rice wine and warm up with Lushan cloud tea. • Tips: Spring snow isn't guaranteed daily, so check weather forecasts. Be careful on slippery surfaces and avoid dangerous areas like steep slopes and cliff edges. Help preserve the environment by properly disposing of waste.