Changzhou Flower Viewing Guide for May Day Holiday

I. Azalea Flower Sea - Phoenix Park - Highlights: The park features over 60,000 azaleas, including four major varieties: spring azaleas, summer azaleas, eastern azaleas, and alpine azaleas, making it the largest azalea viewing spot in Changzhou. - Address: Zhonglou District, Changzhou. Recommended to drive or take a bus to the vicinity of Xinzha Road. II. Cherry Blossoms and Crabapple Flowers - Shangruan Agricultural Park - Highlights: A thousand-acre cherry blossom garden with 16,000 late-blooming cherry trees that flourish from late April to early May, creating a pink flower sea extending to the foot of Maoshan Mountain. The park also features over 60,000 crabapple trees and more than 1,000 acres of peonies. - Address: Xuebu Town, Jintan District. Navigate to "Shangruan Agricultural Park," approximately 1 hour by car. III. Tulips and Roses - Huagu Qiyuan - Highlights: One million tulips bloom from late March to mid-April, featuring nearly 100 varieties. During the May Day holiday, you may still catch the late-blooming flowers. The park features Nordic-style scenery, perfect for photography. - Admission: Early bird tickets at CNY 59 per person, advance booking required. - Address: Maoshan Tourism Avenue, Jintan District, near the Maoshan Service Area of S38 Changhe Expressway. IV. Hydrangea Exhibition (Recommended for mid-May) - Changzhou People's Park - Highlights: The 9th Hydrangea Exhibition opens on May 18, featuring over 5,300 hydrangea plants including rare varieties like "Red Beauty" and "Ocean Blue," ideal for photography enthusiasts. - Admission: Free. - Address: No. 8 Park Road, Zhonglou District, directly accessible from downtown. V. Unique Flower Viewing Spots - Haoxiong Manor - Highlights: A hundred acres of rapeseed flower fields and a love tunnel. Activities include barbecue and fishing, suitable for family outings or couples. - Address: Luoxi Town, Xinbei District. Navigate to "Haoxiong Manor." - Xile Bay Ecological Park - Highlights: A mix of spring flowers including crabapple, apricot, and peach blossoms. Free entry with the Changzhou Tourism Benefit Card. - Admission: CNY 30 per person (for non-card holders). - Address: No. 66 Nanhuan Road, Lijia Town, Wujin District. VI. Flower Viewing Tips - Best time: The May Day holiday coincides with the late blooming period of cherry blossoms and azaleas. It's recommended to visit early (April 28-May 2) to avoid crowds. - Transportation: For city attractions, use subway and bus; for suburban areas like Jintan and Maoshan, driving is recommended. - Note: Some parks require advance reservations (such as Huagu Qiyuan). Check official platforms for real-time information.