Dongqian Lake, Ningbo

I. Overview Dongqian Lake, located in Yinzhou District, Ningbo City, Zhejiang Province, is only 15 km east of Ningbo City. It is a scenic area integrating natural scenery and cultural history. The lake is backed by green mountains and faces the plains. With its unique geographical location and rich natural landscape, it is known as having "the scenery of West Lake and the grandeur of Tai Lake." Dongqian Lake consists of Guzi Lake, Mei Lake, and Wai Lake, covering a total area of 22 square kilometers. It is the largest natural freshwater lake in Zhejiang Province, about three times the size of West Lake in Hangzhou. II. Recommended Tour Route Morning: Take Metro Line 4 to the Dongqian Lake Tourist Center to get a detailed tour map and learn about the history and culture of Dongqian Lake. Stop 1: Yue'e Temple: Learn about the historical deeds of Yue Fei and experience his spirit of loyalty and bravery. Stop 2: Academician Center: Experience the academic atmosphere and learn about the outstanding contributions of Ningbo academicians; sit on the lawn on the east side of the third floor and enjoy the distant view of Xiaoputuo Island. Stop 3: Xiaoputuo Island: Take a boat or walk along the lake embankment to admire the Guanyin statue in the lake and experience the tranquil Buddhist culture. Stop 4: Southern Song Dynasty Stone Carving Park: Take a bus to visit the exquisite stone carving art and learn about the history and culture of the Southern Song Dynasty. Noon: Have lunch at a restaurant around Dongqian Lake and taste authentic Ningbo seafood and lake delicacies, such as steamed sea bass and drunken shrimp. Afternoon: A combination of natural scenery and cultural landscape Stop 5: Fuquan Mountain: Climb the mountain to enjoy the panoramic view of Dongqian Lake and experience the magnificence of nature. Stop 6: Hanling Old Street: Stroll along the antique old street and experience the traditional market life of Ningbo. Evening: Lakeside sunset and night view. Return to the lakeside, choose a suitable viewing spot, and enjoy the beautiful sunset over Dongqian Lake. Night: You can choose to relax in a cafe or teahouse by the lake and enjoy the tranquil lakeside night view. III. Practical Information Transportation: You can take a bus, Metro Line 4, or a taxi from Ningbo city center to Dongqian Lake. Self-driving is also a good option. Tickets: Most of the scenic spots in Dongqian Lake are free. Tickets are required for some scenic spots, such as Xiaoputuo Island and the Southern Song Dynasty Stone Carving Park. Visiting time: It is recommended to spend a whole day to fully experience the natural scenery and cultural history of Dongqian Lake. Precautions: Pay attention to sun protection and hydration in summer, and keep warm in winter. At the same time, please respect local customs and protect the environment.