Xi'an Surrounding Lotus Viewing Guide

Xi'an Wang Mang Thousand-Mu Lotus Flower｜Accidentally Entered the Land of Oz! This Lotus Pond is Stunningly Beautiful💦 Walked 20,000 steps around Wang Mang Lotus Pond! I discovered the top summer secret spot for Xi'an locals! 🌿Must-Visit Reason: Thousand-mu lotus pond spreading all over the hills! A natural air-conditioned room 5℃ cooler than the city 📍Address: South of Wanmu Peach Garden, Wang Mang Township, Chang'an District (Navigate directly to "Thousand-mu Lotus Pond") 🚗 Transportation Tips: 1️⃣ Metro Line 2, Weiqu South Station Exit B → Transfer to Bus 741 to Wang Mang Horticultural Farm Station (about 1 hour) 2️⃣ Driving is more flexible! Parking fee 10 RMB/time 📸 Top 3 Photo Spots: 1️⃣ Lotus Pond Wooden Walkway Center (walk straight 300 meters after entering the scenic area) ✅ Check-in spot: Stand at the corner of the walkway to capture the "person swimming in a painting" effect 2️⃣ Viewing Platform Overhead Shot (requires a 5-minute climb up a small hill) ✅ Hidden tip: Shoot against the light at 4 PM, the edges of the lotus leaves will glow! 3️⃣ Countryside Path Sunflower Field (July-August only) ✅ Outfit suggestion: Light-colored dress + straw bag, instantly creates a Studio Ghibli animation vibe 👗 Outfit Guide: A must for Hanfu girls! Oil-paper umbrella + round fan props available for free borrowing 👉 Third shop on the right side at the scenic area entrance 🍡 Local Snacks: 1️⃣ Lotus Leaf Sticky Rice Chicken (15 RMB/portion) Wrapped in freshly picked lotus leaves, releasing a fragrant aroma when opened 2️⃣ Freshly Peeled Lotus Seed Pods (5 RMB/bunch) Sweet and crispy lotus seeds not available in downtown Xi'an! 3️⃣ Farmer’s Pickled Fish Soup (10 RMB/bowl) Sour and spicy to cool down, certified local favorite TOP1 ⚠️ Avoid Pitfalls Tips: • Don’t buy "wild lotus seeds" from roadside vendors (all wholesale market goods) • Rainy days actually make better photos! But bring a transparent umbrella • Wear non-slip shoes! The wooden walkway is slippery when wet 🌤️ Best Time to Visit: 7-9 AM 👉 Lotus flowers fully open 5-7 PM 👉 Golden sunset + egrets returning to their nests