🌟【Guangzhou Lotus Hill】90% of visitors miss the "Artificial Danxia"

Walked 20,000 steps to summarize👉🏻 Stop only visiting the Guanyin statue! This guide will help you unlock hidden gems like the "Ancient Quarry Cliffs" and "Lotus City Maze." Super convenient intercity access from Guangdong! *🔥Must-visit route (Enter from West Gate, clockwise loop)** 1⃣ **Lotus Wonderland Area** (1h) ▫ Summer-exclusive lotus sea + Hundred Flower Garden💐 Perfect for taking ethereal photos in Hanfu! 2⃣ **Ming and Qing Ancient Architecture Area** (1.5h) ▫ Climb "Lotus Tower" for a panoramic view of the Pearl River Estuary🌊 (One of Guangzhou's three towers!) ▫ **Lotus City Maze**⚠ Super underrated! A Ming Dynasty military site + fun Eight Trigrams formation 3⃣ **Lotus Scenic Area** (1h) ▫ Guanyin Statue & Lotus Zen Temple🙏 Remember to circle the Buddha three times for blessings~ 4⃣ **Ancient Quarry Area** (1.5h) ‼**Missed by 90% of visitors**: "Swallow Rock"! Giant cliffs carved like knife edges, standing under the "Artificial Danxia" is breathtaking🗿 **📸Photo Spots** ✔ Lotus City Walls (Wide-angle shot of "Guangdong Great Wall" + Lion Ocean) ✔ Swallow Rock Walkway (Upward shot for cliff grandeur) ✔ Lotus Pond (Best lighting at 4 PM) **🚗Transportation Guide** ▫ Metro: Line 3【Shiqiao】Station / Line 4【Shiqi】Station ▫ Driving: West Gate parking🅿 Clockwise route is super smooth ▫ Intercity: Guangzhou Lotus Hill Station (1h direct from Dongguan/Foshan) **💡Tips** ✅ Wear anti-slip shoes! Quarry steps are steep ✅ Bring mosquito repellent + sun-protective clothing (lots of bugs in the woods) ✅ Enter at 7 AM for fewer crowds and cooler weather; last entry at 5 PM 🎫 Ticket: 54 RMB (Half price for students) ⏰ Recommended visit duration: 5-6 hours