Songshan Lake in Dongguan, Guangdong: A lakeside poem where technology and nature interweave

Songshan Lake, an ecological scenic spot known as the "Pearl of Dongguan", perfectly combines modern technology and natural beauty! As the location of Huawei's European town, it has both picturesque scenery of lakes and mountains and a cutting-edge technological atmosphere. I have compiled this super detailed guide to help you explore this "Bay Area Backyard"~ Basic Information Card - Address: Songshan Lake Science and Technology Industrial Park, Dongguan City - Tickets: Free (some attractions have separate fees) - Opening hours: Open all day (recommended to visit during the day) - Best season: Spring and Autumn (March to May, September to November) - Items you must bring: sun protection equipment, camera, picnic mat 🚲 Transportation Guide - Self-driving: Navigate to "Songshan Lake Scenic Area", multiple parking lots (5 yuan/hour) - Subway: Dongguan Rail Transit Line 1 Songshan Lake Station (under construction) - Bus: Bus No. 328/Express Bus No. 912 and many other routes are available - Cycling: Shared bicycles can be rented at the entrance of the scenic area (electric bicycles are recommended first!) 🌟 Five must-visit areas 1. Songhu Misty Rain 🌊 (core scenic area) - 8km Greenway around the lake: a paradise for cycling enthusiasts (multiple rental spots along the way) - Lover's Bay: heart-shaped island + white sand beach, a holy place for wedding photos👰 - Sunset Observation Deck: Beautiful like a Monet painting in the evening🌇 📸 Tips for taking photos: - The best time to enjoy the "smoky rain" atmosphere is when the lake is covered with fog in the early morning - Huawei Town's European-style buildings are very photogenic as a background 2. Huawei European Town 🏰 (Xiliu Beipo Village) - 12 European style areas: from Paris to Heidelberg, one step at a time - Small train tour: 30 yuan/person, passing through various castles (great value!) - Limited time opening: Huawei employees must make an appointment to bring in/pay attention to the opening day 💡 Visiting tips: - The outer trails allow you to enjoy the buildings for free - Weekends are more likely to be open than weekdays 3. Taoyuan Park 🌸 - Four seasons of flowers: cherry blossoms in spring/lotus in summer/kapok in autumn - Mountaintop Observation Deck: Overlooking the entire Songshan Lake - Rainbow Slide: Children’s favorite amusement facility🌈 4. Songshan Lake Wetland Park 🦢 - Bird watching paradise: egrets, night herons and more than 30 species of birds - Water boardwalk: Walking through the reeds is super healing - Fishing area: a permit is required, and the catch can be taken away🎣 5. University Innovation Zone 🎓 - Dongguan University of Technology: Internet-famous library + lake view restaurant - Guangdong Medical University: Medical Theme Sculpture Group - Coffee bookstore: "Lakeside Time" is suitable for daydreaming and reading ☕ 🚴 Classic Tour Route 🏃 Rage Version (6 hours): Sunshine Beach→Pine Lake Misty Rain→Taoyuan Park→Wetland Park→University Town 🚲 Cycling version (3 hours): Rent an electric car to go around the lake → Huawei Town → Lover's Bay → Sunset Observation Deck 👨👩👧👦 Family Edition: Taoyuan Park Recreation Area→Sunshine Beach Playing in the Sand→Dining at University Town Restaurant 🍽️ Food Map - University Town Food Street: Eat as much as you want for only 30 yuan per person - Songshan Lake MixC: A gathering place for chain restaurants - Lakeside Cafe: The lake view seats at "Meet Songhu" are very popular - Picnic recommendation: Buy food at Binhu Vanke Supermarket 💡 Advice from experienced people 1. Guide to avoid pitfalls: - Don't even think about walking around the lake! Must ride a bike - Do not trespass in non-public areas of Huawei Town 2. Best time: - Cycling: 7-9 am - Photo session: 4-6pm 3. Hidden gameplay: - Collect photos of 12 Huawei Town bridges - Searching for the black swan family in the lake 4. Safety Tips: - Some sections of the road have steep slopes, so pay attention to your speed when riding - Some waterfront trails are closed during the rainy season ❤️ My heart-thumping moment I remember one weekend morning, I rented a pink electric car and rode along the lakeshore. The breeze was blowing on my face, the sun was shining through the leaves, and the spires of Huawei Town in the distance were looming in the morning mist... Suddenly, a group of egrets flew up from the wetlands. At that moment, I truly felt the wonderful charm of "symbiosis of technology and nature"! 📌 Summary ✅ Three must-do things: cycling around the lake, checking in at Huawei Town, and waiting for a sunset ✅ Money-saving tips: bring your own snacks + rent a shared bike ✅ Seasonal limited: Yellow bell tree in March / Silk cotton tree in November ✅ Cultural Easter Egg: Observe the Songshan Lake LOGO design on the street lamp