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The Ultimate Hike in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai! Yushan Eagle Line Complete Guide, 650m Ascent to Unlock Emerald

🌄 The Ultimate Hike in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai! Yushan Eagle Line Complete Guide, 650m Ascent to Unlock Emerald Lake + Internet-Famous Rock Photo Spot 🔥 Officially recognized as an internet-famous route! Easily conquer 'Emerald Lake + Old House Balcony + Jianmen Cliff Carvings' in 4-5 hours. Keep this super detailed guide handy— 📍【Route Highlights】 ▪️ Yushan National Forest Park, Changshu, Jiangsu! 2-hour drive from Shanghai, 15-minute taxi from Changshu High-Speed Rail Station. ▪️ Eagle Loop Line 10km! Cumulative ascent 650m, Difficulty ⭐⭐⭐ (Great for beginners looking to advance) 📸【Amazing Photo Spots】 ▫️ Longtan Waterfall · Emerald Impact! Wide-angle upward shot of 'lake and mountain scenery', original photo directly becomes wallpaper. ▫️ Old House Balcony · Artistic Impact! Wear a floral dress for a 'window sill silhouette', and get flooded with questions on WeChat Moments. ▫️ Internet-famous Rock · Solitary Impact! Overhead shot of 'person in a sea of clouds', GoPro captures 'hair flying'. ▫️ Jianmen Wanghu Pavilion · Grand Impact! Telephoto compression shot of 'lush green mountains'. 🎒【Essential Gear List】 ✅ Kailas Expedition Pro Backpack! 38L large capacity + FIT carrying system, no pressure on shoulders for a 650m climb. ✅ Quick-dry pants + non-slip hiking shoes! Highly elastic and wear-resistant, easily navigate through thorny bushes. ✅ Trekking poles + knee pads! Lifesavers on steep sections, knee-friendly for descents. ✅ Sun protection trio! Sunglasses + ice sleeves + SPF 50 sunscreen, or you'll turn into a dark charcoal ball in seconds. ⚠️【Survival Tips】 ▪️ Download the Two Steps App! Follow the official trail to avoid getting lost, as there are many intersections where it's easy to take a wrong turn. ▪️ Travel light! There are many small shops along the way, mineral water is 10 RMB/bottle. ▪️ Avoid rainy days! Muddy paths can make you question your life choices, higher chance of seeing a sea of clouds on sunny days.
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