Piaomiao Peak
缥缈峰
The highest of the 72 peaks of Lake Tai, at about 336 meters. From the summit you can take in a 360-degree view of Lake Tai and its islands, making it the top hiking lookout on Xishan.
Piaomiao Peak is located in Jinting Town (Xishan), Wuzhong District. At about 336 meters, it is the highest of the 72 peaks of Lake Tai. The summit is open, and on clear days you can see the blue waters of Lake Tai, along with Dongshan and islands such as Sanshan. The name is also used for the “Piaomiao Peak” in Jin Yong's novels. You can climb from the area around Shuiyue Zen Temple, and a round trip takes about two to three hours. The path has stone steps and dirt sections. Admission is about 60 yuan, including Shuiyue Temple. It suits hiking enthusiasts, but be mindful of the weather and slippery spots.
Opening hours
08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Xishan Island (Jinting)
- Linwu Cave
- Mingyuewan Ancient Village
- Shigongshan
- Taihu Bridge
- Sanshan Island
- Luxiang Ancient Village
- Zijin Nunnery