Tips for flower viewing in the Summer Palace in April

Best viewing period Mid-to-late April is the best time to enjoy the flowers in the Summer Palace. Flowers such as mountain peach, spring, magnolia, plum blossom, and licorice are blooming one after another, making the whole garden picturesque. A must-see flower viewing spot 1. Xidi Mountain Peach Blossom: Xidi Mountain is the highlight of the Summer Palace flower viewing. In March, the mountain peach blossoms are in full bloom, stretching along the embankment for miles, like clouds and clouds, beautiful to harvest. Recommended photo spots: Six bridges on the West Embankment (especially the Mirror Bridge and Practice Bridge), near the Willow Bridge, with the lake and ancient buildings, the film rate is super high📸 2. Magnolia at Leshou Hall: The magnolia flowers in front of Leshou Hall were planted during the Qianlong period and have been around for hundreds of years. The white and jade-like flowers look particularly elegant against the red walls and green tiles. 3. Farming and Weaving Picture Scenic Area: Here mountain peach, willow, spring, plum, peach, etc. open in turn, and water birds playing in the lake, full of spring fun. Touring route recommendations 1. Kunming Lake Ring Lake Line (1 day): Donggongmen - Wanshoushan Foxiang Pavilion - Promenade - West Embankment - Nanhu Island - Seventeen Holes Bridge (Sunset) - Donggongmen exit This route can not only climb the top of Wanshou Mountain overlooking the panoramic view of Kunming Lake, but also enjoy the mountain peach blossoms of the West Embankment, and finally watch the sunset at the Seventeen Hole Bridge, which is perfect for those who have plenty of time and want to enjoy in depth. 2. West Embankment Sunset Line (Half Day): North Palace Gate - Suzhou Street - West Embankment - Nanhu Island - Seventeen Holes Bridge (Sunset) - East Palace Gate exit Suitable for photography enthusiasts, no need to purchase scenic spot joint tickets. From the North Palace Gate, after strolling through the peach blossoms of Xidi Mountain, then to the 17-hole Bridge to wait for the sunset, the distance is moderate, you can both shoot flowers and watch the sunset. 3. West Embankment Line (2 - 3 hours): Summer Palace West Gate - West Embankment - North Palace Gate exit Friends with little time and weak physical strength can choose this route, only to view the peach blossoms of Xidi Mountain, from the west gate of the Summer Palace, the closest to Xidi, the least walk. Practical information 1. Opening Hours: Peak season (April 1-October 31): Opens at 6:00, stops admission at 19:00, closes at 20:00. Off-season (November 1-March 31): Opens at 6:30, stops admission at 18:00, closes at 19:00. 2. Ticket price: Summer Palace Tickets: 30 yuan/ticket (peak season) 20 yuan/ticket (low season) Summer Palace joint ticket: 60 yuan/ticket (peak season) 50 yuan/ticket (low season) Garden within a garden: Dehe Garden 5 yuan/sheet; Summer Palace Museum 20 yuan/sheet; Foxiang Pavilion 10 yuan/sheet; Suzhou Street 10 yuan/sheet 3. Transportation Guide: It is recommended to travel by subway, Line 4 Xiyuan Station can reach Donggong Gate, North Palace Gate; Xijiao Line Summer Palace Ximen Station can reach Ximen. 4. Cruise information: Open from March 12 to mid-November, self-driving battery boat 200 yuan / hour, route cruise boat prices vary. You can take a boat ride on Kunming Lake and enjoy the beauty of the Summer Palace from the water. Precautions 1. The weather is changeable in April, so it is recommended to carry a warm jacket and rain gear. 2. There are more tourists on weekends and holidays, and to avoid the crowds, you can choose to go on weekdays. 3. Smoking and stepping on the lawn are prohibited in some areas of the park.