Slender West Lake, Yangzhou | A Paradise on Earth You'll Fall in Love With

| A paradise on earth you'll fall in love with. Slender West Lake boasts the reputation of "the most prosperous garden in the world." Originally named Baozhang River, it earned its current name due to its slender shape. It spans approximately 4.3 km, with a water area of about 50,000 square meters. This place integrates natural scenery and cultural heritage. The Spring Willows on the Long Causeway is a signature scenic spot of Slender West Lake. In spring, the willow branches sway gently like smoke and mist, creating a pleasant atmosphere for strolling. The Five-Pavilion Bridge is even more stunning, with five graceful pavilions adorning it. The Twenty-Four Bridge carries a thousand years of poetic charm, evoking the romantic imagery of "On a moonlit night by the Twenty-Four Bridge, where can I find a jade-like beauty playing the flute?"💞. 🕙[Opening Hours]: Daytime: 06:00–17:15 (last entry at 17:15) Evening: 18:30–22:00 (last entry at 21:00) 🎫Ticket Prices: Daytime CNY 100, Evening CNY 120 👣[Walking Routes]: 📍2-Hour Express Tour (along the central axis of the lake): East Gate (entrance)➡Daming Temple➡Slender West Lake➡Five-Pavilion Bridge➡Little Golden Hill➡West Gate (exit) 📍4–5-Hour Tour: East Gate (entrance)➡Daming Temple➡Slender West Lake➡Five-Pavilion Bridge➡Little Golden Hill➡White Pagoda➡Small Stone Bridge➡Furong Garden➡West Gate (exit) 📷[Recommended Photo Spots]: 🍀Five-Pavilion Bridge: A landmark of Yangzhou, modeled after the Five-Dragon Pavilion and the Seventeen-Arch Bridge in Beijing. The five pavilions on the bridge resemble lotuses, hence it's also known as the "Lotus Bridge." 🍀Twenty-Four Bridge: An ancient stone arch bridge associated with the poem "On a moonlit night by the Twenty-Four Bridge, where can I find a jade-like beauty playing the flute?" The bridge is 24m long, with 24 stone pillars and 24 stone arches. 🍀White Pagoda: Modeled after the White Pagoda in Beihai Park, Beijing, but more slender, with a Jiangnan charm, complementing the Five-Pavilion Bridge. 🍀Fishing Terrace: Surrounded by water on three sides, it's a model of framed scenery art. You can see the Five-Pavilion Bridge, the White Pagoda, and other scenic spots through different archways. 🍽[Dining Recommendations]: 🥯1757 Food Street: Offers a variety of local specialties and snacks. ☕️Fuzhuang: A place to enjoy tea and snacks. 📝[Friendly Reminders]: ✅Wear comfortable shoes! Walking in the scenic area takes at least 4 hours. You can rent a sightseeing car (CNY 30/person). ✅Book tickets in advance! It gets crowded during peak seasons. The "Slender West Lake+" combined ticket is recommended for a hassle-free tour of surrounding attractions. ✅Must-visit cultural and creative stores: Slender West Lake souvenirs, pedicure knives, and paper-cut gifts are unique souvenirs. This spring, you simply must visit Yangzhou🩷～