Hebei Baoding Ancient Lotus Pond

The Ancient Lotus Pond, located on Yuhua West Road in Baoding, Hebei, was originally named Xue Xiang Garden. It is one of the 'Eight Scenic Spots of Shanggu' in Baoding, known as 'Lotus Ripple Summer Splendor'. Founded in the Yuan Dynasty, it is a classical garden that combines the beauty of both southern and northern Chinese gardens, integrating a garden, imperial palace, and academy. The garden layout is meticulous, with mountains, water, buildings, platforms, pavilions, halls, and galleries scattered in an elegant disorder, earning it the nickname 'Penglai of the City'. Ticket price: 30 yuan Opening hours: 8:00-17:30 Address: No. 246 Yuhua West Road, Baoding Transportation: Accessible by multiple bus routes such as 1, 4, 6, 8, 12, etc., to Lianchi Academy.