Penglai has long been known as "Fairyland": As the place of origin of
powerful elixirs and the home of immortals. Penglai is also regarded as one of the three
mythological mountains together with Yingzhou and Fangzhang. Almost all Chinese people
know the myth of "Eight Immortals Crossing the Sea" which is said to have
originated here. According to the myth, the Eight Immortals, after having been drinking at
the Penglai Pavilion, crossed the sea
through their supernatural powers and finally reached Japan. Penglai is among the "Four ancient Chinese ports" of the Tang Dynasty
(618-907AD). The other three are Quanzhou, Yangzhou
and Ningbo. It is most famous for the 1,000 year old Penglai Pavilion perching
on the cliff top overlooking the sea. The fascinating complex is the ideal place
for a view of the immense sea, and is also the best place for the famous "Penglai
mirages". Penglai Island Peach Flowers
Around April the peach flowers on the island will flourish. The hosts on the
island will invite the guests to appreciate the flowers, drink alcohol with
great bowls and eat big pieces of meat. The tourists can have a picnic in the
shade of the trees.
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