Huixian Baiquan Lake | A Jiangnan Dreamland Where Springs Flow Again

Had I known about Baiquan Lake in Central Plains, why travel far to Jiangnan? Traverse the 3,000-year-old Central Plains Summer Palace, a Jiangnan dreamland where springs flow again! ✨ Heard of the "Central Plains Summer Palace" in Henan? 🤔 That's right! It's Huixian Baiquan Lake — the northern pearl that has slept for three thousand years, with springs gushing once more 💦 Today, let's unlock this hidden treasure spot, where every snap looks like an ink painting! --- 🌊 Why is Baiquan Lake worth rushing to? 1. Millennia-old springs, a resurgence wonder 💡 Ancient springs carved during the Yin-Shang era once ran dry, but since 2021, Pearl Spring, Yongjin Spring, and others have gushed again! The lake bottom spring eyes look like strings of pearls, with crystal-clear water, warm in winter and cool in summer (year-round 20°C+). 📸 Photo spot: The lake surface is like a mirror reflecting Sumen Mountain. Wearing Hanfu and standing on the bluestone path feels like stepping into the painting of "Bibo spring water, also flowing in Qi" from the Book of Songs. 2. The garden aesthetics of the "Little West Lake of the North" 💡 A rectangular spring lake built during the Qianlong era, with pavilions and towers scattered along the lakeside — Yongjin Pavilion holds authentic works by Su Shi, Qinghui Pavilion is lush with cypress, and Jinshuo Bridge connects the pavilions in the lake center. 📸 Photo spot: At dusk, silhouette yourself in front of the "People's Baiquan" stele, with lake light, mountains, and flying eaves in one frame, creating a full atmosphere! 3. Hermit culture and stone carving treasures 💡 Atop Sumen Mountain is Sun Deng’s "Xiao Terrace," a retreat for Wei-Jin scholars to chant aloud; the lakeside stele forest holds over 50 stone carvings from Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties, with calligraphy by Su Shi and Qianlong still preserved. --- 🚶 Recommended itinerary Start at the entrance by taking the 10-yuan mini train around the park to find your favorite check-in spots. Then ride a chubby horse around, and start snapping photos. At dusk, row a boat on the lake to watch the sunset — only 40 yuan with no time limit, the shimmering golden lake surface is breathtaking 🌅 --- 📌 Practical guide · Address: Baiquan Lake Scenic Area, Huixian City, Henan · Opening hours: 7:30-18:30 (recommended stay 2-3 hours) · Tickets: 27 yuan; half price for military personnel, teachers, and students — remember to bring relevant ID · Transportation: 1.5 hours by car from Zhengzhou; take high-speed rail to Xinxiang Station then transfer to bus directly Parking is available at the entrance, near residents’ homes, private parking fee 5 yuan · Notes: ✅ Water volume is unstable after spring resurgence; check official website announcements before visiting ✅ Dress nicely but keep warm; best to visit on sunny days ✅ Do not touch stone carvings; protect millennia-old cultural relics! --- 💡 "A lake of clear water reflects a thousand years, springs gush like pearls waiting for you" While few know, follow me to explore hidden and rich treasure spots! 👉 Interactive topic: What do the springs you’ve seen look like? Share photos in the comments for a showdown! 👇