Doesn't the cherry blossom in Wuxi make you want to book a flight right away?

Here's a guide to cherry blossom viewing in Wuxi: Best Time to See Cherry Blossoms • Overall viewing time: March to mid-April. • Best viewing time: March 25 to early April. Recommended Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots • Yuantouzhu • Features: One of the three largest cherry blossom viewing spots in the world, with over 30,000 cherry trees of more than 60 varieties, covering an area of 650,000 square meters. When the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, the entire scenic area is a riot of color. You can also enjoy the night view of cherry blossoms. • Address: No. 1 Yuantouzhu Road, Binhu District, Wuxi. • Tickets: CNY 85. • Transportation: Bus No. 1, Railway Station - Chongshan Gate (main gate) of Yuantouzhu. • Jinqui Park • Features: Large areas of cherry blossoms covering the sky and the earth, not only on flat ground but also on the slopes. Suitable for family outings, picnics, and kite flying. • Address: Intersection of Gonghu Avenue and Gaolang West Road, Binhu District, Wuxi. • Tickets: Free. • Transportation: Take Metro Line 1 to Civic Center Station, Exit 2. • Nianhuawan • Features: The combination of cherry blossoms and Zen landscapes creates a unique cherry blossom viewing atmosphere. • Address: No. 68 Huanxi West Road, Binhu District, Wuxi, Jiangsu Province. • Tickets: Scenic spot tickets are required. Please refer to the official website for specific prices. • Transportation: Central Station Island A (Leyou Line 2) → Nianhuawan; South Square of Railway Station (Bus No. 88) → Lingshan Mountain Scenic Area (tourist bus) → Nianhuawan; North Square of Railway Station (Bus No. 89) → Lingshan Mountain Scenic Area (tourist bus) → Nianhuawan. • Huihaiwan Ecological Park • Features: The park has more than 2,000 cherry trees of over ten varieties, including Somei Yoshino, Kawazu-zakura, Kanhi-zakura, and Ukon-zakura. There is a 1.8 km cherry blossom cycling path leading to the Great Lake Dike, perfect for both fitness and cherry blossom viewing. • Address: Binhu District, Wuxi. • Tickets: Free. • Transportation: Take Bus No. 23, 118, or 118 Interval to Yunhe West Road Parking Lot Station; take Bus No. 788-1 to Daqiao Experimental Middle School East Gate Station. • Changguangxi Wetland Park • Features: Spacious and sparsely populated, with about 20 cherry trees planted around the large lawn by the lake. You can enjoy the cherry blossoms in peace, away from the hustle and bustle. • Address: Changguangxi National Urban Wetland Park, Jinshi Road. • Tickets: Free. • Transportation: Take Bus No. 77, 95, 160, or 395 to Changguangxi Bridge Station. • Duyue Road • Features: The largest cherry blossom viewing avenue in Wuxi, with few people. Suitable for strolling and taking photos, but please pay attention to safety when taking photos. • Address: Duyue Road opposite Plum Garden, with hundreds of cherry trees planted on both sides of the road. • Jiangnan University • Features: Nearly 20 varieties of cherry trees on campus. The two rows of cherry trees on Emeishan Road, under the blue sky and white clouds, make for great photos. • Address: No. 1800 Lihu Avenue, Binhu District, Wuxi. • Tickets: Free. • Transportation: Take Metro Line 1 to Jiangnan University Station and arrive at the east gate of Jiangnan University, or take Metro Line 1 to Changguangxi Station and arrive at the south gate of Jiangnan University. Recommended Cherry Blossom Viewing Routes • Best route in Yuantouzhu: Chongshan Gate → Chongshan Yinxiu → Yixiu Bridge → Cherry Blossom Forest → Cherry Blossom Viewing Pavilion → Renjie Garden → Cherry Blossom Valley → Yingyuan Bridge → Yinggu Liufang → Changchun Huayi → Jujing Shengjing → Shili Fangjing. • Efficient route in Yuantouzhu: Dushan Gate → Changchun Bridge → Cherry Blossom Valley. After visiting Changchun Bridge, walk back to Cherry Blossom Valley and follow the cherry blossom path to the Cherry Blossom Viewing Tower, where you can overlook the entire Cherry Blossom Valley. Recommended Food • Taihu Yi Guo Xian: A local traditional dish, a stew of small crabs, crucian carp, clams, mussels, fish tofu, oyster mushrooms, and other ingredients. The soup is a mix of various fresh aromas, with a milky white color and a delicious taste. • Plum Blossom Cake: Wuxi's most famous traditional snack. Legend has it that Emperor Qianlong tasted it during his trip to the south of the Yangtze River and was impressed by its plum blossom shape and attractive color. It is sweet but not greasy. Things to Note • Check the cherry blossom forecast in advance to arrange the best viewing time. • Protect the environment when viewing cherry blossoms. Do not trample on the lawn or pick the flowers. • If you plan to visit popular cherry blossom viewing spots on weekends or holidays, it is recommended to book tickets and arrange transportation in advance to avoid crowds. • Bring some snacks and water to enjoy a picnic while admiring the cherry blossoms.