[2025 Baoding Attraction] Travel Guide for Ancient Lotus Flower Pond (Updated Apr)

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Located in the heart of the ancient city of Baoding, the Ancient Lotus Pond, renowned for its vibrant and abundant lotus blossoms, is a classical garden integrating a landscape garden, an imperial palace, and a traditional academy. With a history spanning nearly 800 years, it is recognized as one of China's top ten famous gardens and a national key cultural relic protection site. Initially constructed during the transition between the Jin and Yuan dynasties (1227), the Ancient Lotus Pond was originally a private garden named "Snow Fragrance Garden" by Zhang Rou, the Prince of Runan during the Yuan Dynasty. In the Ming Dynasty, it was designated as an official government garden. In the eleventh year of the Yongzheng reign of the Qing Dynasty (1733), the Lotus Pond Academy was established. In the tenth year of the Qianlong reign (1745), the Governor-General of Zhili Province built an imperial palace within the garden. Four years later, in 1749, pavilions, terraces, and towers were added, forming the "Twelve Scenes," earning the garden the title of "City of Penglai." It served as an imperial palace for Emperors Qianlong, Jiaqing, and Guangxu, and as the imperial garden of Empress Dowager Cixi. Emperor Qianlong visited the Ancient Lotus Pond seven times throughout his life. In October 1900, the Eight-Nation Alliance forces invaded Baoding, looting the garden's precious cultural relics and reducing its pavilions, terraces, towers, and halls to ashes. Despite numerous restorations, the garden has yet to fully regain its former glory. The Ancient Lotus Pond currently occupies an area of 35,000 square meters. Its overall layout centers around a pond, with classical buildings in both northern and southern styles, such as pavilions, terraces, and towers, encircling the water. The Ancient Lotus Pond's famous "Twelve Scenes" comprise the following: Zaoyong Tower, Pianliu Cave, Hancang Pavilion, Chunwu Slope, Gaofen Pavilion, Wanjuan Tower, North Thatched Cottage, Wanhong Pavilion, He Chai, Rui Zhuang Abode, Yitang Hall, and Hanlv Xuan. The garden is renowned for its shimmering waters, ancient entwined vines, weeping willows, schools of fish, and the pervasive fragrance of lotus blossoms. The garden is dotted with numerous steles, including the renowned "Lotus Pond Academy Calligraphy Rubbings." These rubbings feature works such as Chu Suiliang's "Thousand Character Classic," Yan Zhenqing's "Thousand Blessings Stele," the "Calligraphy Sage" Huai Su's "Autobiographical Essay," Mi Fu's "Hongxian Poem," Zhao Mengfu's "Song of Mount Shu," Dong Qichang's "Inscription of the Cloud Recluse Mountain House," "Two Poems by Li Bai," and "Praise of Arhats," encompassing eight works by six calligraphers. There are also Tang Dynasty steles and Wang Yangming's poetry steles. The east and west stele corridors of the Lotus Pond house seven imperial poetry steles from the Qing Dynasty, including the calligraphy of Emperors Qianlong, Jiaqing, and Daoguang, reflecting the cultural heritage of Zhili Baoding. The Lotus Pond's fame was further amplified by its association with the Lotus Pond Academy, the highest educational institution in Zhili Province. The academy nurtured a large number of practical talents, including Liu Chunlin, the last Zhuangyuan (top scholar in the imperial examination) of China. Chairman Mao Zedong once revisited the Lotus Pond and remarked, "The Lotus Pond's fame primarily stems from the Lotus Pond Academy, which was considered the pinnacle of academies nationwide during the late Qing Dynasty." The Ancient Lotus Pond is situated in the heart of the bustling city, directly opposite the Baoding Department Store. Nearby attractions include the Zhili Governor's Office Museum, the Catholic Church, the Bell Tower, and the Great Ci'en Pavilion. To the left are the Huai Army Office Museum and the Qing River Administration Office. The popular pedestrian street, West Street, is also within walking distance, allowing for convenient combined visits.

Here's how to enjoy the Ancient Lotus Pool: Basic Information • Opening hours: 8:00–17:30. • Tickets: CNY 30 for adults, half price for students with a valid student ID. • Transportation: Take bus routes 1, 4, 8, 9, or 22 and get off at the Ancient Lotus Pool stop. Tour Route Start at the artificial rock screen wall, Chunwu Slope, at the entrance. Walk along the west route to visit the Flowery South Study North Cottage, the Library of Ten Thousand Volumes, Gaofen Tower, and the Hall of Everlasting Gentlemen. Then cross the Zigzag Bridge to reach the central area's Rainbow Arch Pavilion, and then cross the Rainbow Arch Bridge to the southern scenic area. Alternatively, you can follow the east route from Chunwu Slope, passing by the Water East Tower, Hancang Pavilion, and Pianliu Cave to reach the south. Must-See Attractions • Ancient architecture: Including the Waterside Pavilion, the Silk-washing Pavilion, the Hall of Everlasting Gentlemen, and the Water East Tower, the architectural style blends northern and southern features. • Ancient bridges: The Rainbow Arch Bridge, the Zigzag Bridge, and the Yuan Dynasty White Jade Bridge are beautifully designed and complement the surrounding scenery. • Stone inscriptions: Including the Tang Dynasty's "Tian Wan's Virtuous Administration Stele," the Song Dynasty's "Cai Jing's Farewell Poem Stele," and the Yuan Dynasty's "Lao Suo's Epitaph," these hold significant historical and artistic value. Photography Tips Take photos from the second floor of the Flowery South Study North Cottage overlooking the pavilions in the lotus pond. Capture the Waterside Pavilion from various angles around the pond. You can also take photos in front of the Zhili Library. Nearby Attractions Visit the Zhili Governor's Office opposite the Ancient Lotus Pool, or explore the Great Ci Pagoda and West Street to experience the charm of the ancient city of Baoding.

Spring is here, and all we do is busy with flowers Another year of spring and beautiful scenery is here🍃 Baoding's hidden spring flower photography spots to share 🌸 March: Apricot blossoms🌸 📍 Qilu Road, near the future stone on the side of the road, Japanese style get 🌸 March: Cherry blossoms, mountain peach blossoms🌸 📍 Old campus of Hebei University (please confirm whether it is open to the public in advance) 🌸 Early April: February orchid🌸 📍1. West of Yangzhuang Village, Qilu North Street, both sides of the riverbank are full of 🌟Highly recommended, very photogenic! 📍2. Opposite Hebei Software College 📍3. Botanical Garden 🌸 Early April: Crabapple blossoms🌸 📍 Gulianchi, the combination of carved railings and jade buildings with crabapple flowers is a masterpiece, it is recommended to wear Hanfu 🌸 Mid-April to mid-May: Rapeseed flowers🌸 📍1. Tianxiliang Village, North Third Ring Road 📍2. Behind the future stone 📍3. Entrance of Xiaoche Village 🌸 Early May: Iris flowers🌸 📍 Near the ancient animal museum on the East Third Ring Road, a large area 🌸 May: Roses🌸 📍 Botanical Garden, side door opposite the Sunshine Community, by the lake 🌟Highly recommended, very photogenic! 🌸 June: Lotus flowers🌸 📍 Gulianchi Welcome everyone to share other flower photography spots Hope this spring, don't miss the spring breeze🍃

Gulian Pool Guide 1. Basic Information Original Name: Xuexiang Garden Location: No. 246, Yuhua West Road, Lianchi District, Baoding City, Hebei Province History: Built in the Jin and Yuan Dynasties, it has a history of nearly 800 years and is one of the top ten gardens in China and a national key cultural relic protection unit. 2. Opening Hours and Transportation Opening Hours: Please check the scenic area announcement for specific opening hours. Transportation: You can take bus No. 35, 39, 66, Baoding Mansion Tour Line/D1 to get there, or drive to the scenic area address, and there is a parking lot nearby. 3. Tour Route Recommended Route: Enter from the main entrance of the scenic area, first visit Chunwu Slope, then go to Zhuojin Pavilion (the best viewing point for lotus flowers in summer), then visit Pianliu Cave, Guanlan Pavilion and other attractions, and finally visit Zhili Library, Shuidong Building and other ancient buildings to learn about the history and culture of Gulian Pool. Photo Spots: Lotus Pond (summer), Zhuojin Pavilion, Guanlan Pavilion. 4. Tickets and Discounts Ticket Price: CNY 30 per ticket, free for children under 1.8 years old, discounts for students, seniors, and veterans. 5. Notes Please follow the management regulations of the scenic area and protect cultural relics and the natural environment. Please pay attention to sun protection and hydration when visiting in summer. 6. Food Recommendations After the tour, you can taste Baoding's special food around the scenic area, such as donkey meat fire and beef pancake. I hope this guide can help you better visit Gulian Pool in Baoding and enjoy a pleasant tour!

The night tours of the three ancient sites in Baoding, Ancient Lotus Pond, Zhili Governor's Office, and Huai Army Office, are open again! Strolling through the three ancient gardens, Baoding's summer nights are filled with the romantic ancient charm of Zhili Baoding Prefecture 800 years ago. ** 🪷Ancient Lotus Pond The lotus pond at night is more like a fairyland, with smoke in the lotus pond, sometimes thick and sometimes light, lingering and enchanting. August 1 to October 31, 2024, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 19:30–21:30; open daily during the Mid-Autumn Festival (September 15 to September 17) and National Day (October 1 to October 7) holidays. ⛩️Zhili Governor's Office At night, the Governor's Office hosts a lively drama "Meet the Governor," which is the Governor's Office where generations of governors have served loyally for hundreds of years, with its charming scenery. August 9 to October 31, 2024 (closed at night on August 18, the Ghost Festival), Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 19:30–21:30 (last entry at 21:00). 🏮Huai Army Office The office under the moonlight and lanterns is as beautiful as a dream... The courtyard and horsehead walls are more elegant, and the sound of opera from the century-old theater lingers, with lacquered fans, market tours, pot throwing, rubbings, and Hanfu costumes... ✨August 9 to September 22, 2024, daily from 18:00 to 22:00 (opera performances every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 19:00 to 20:00).

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- The ancient Lotus Pond is a national key cultural relic protection unit and a 3A tourist attraction. It is also one of the ten most beautiful gardens in China and is known as the "Urban Penglai". It integrates the essence and style of ancient Chinese garden art in the north and south, and has important value for studying ancient Chinese garden art, architectural art and cultural heritage.

I thought the Ancient Lotus Pond was just a garden park. I've seen too many gardens in the south of the Yangtze River and didn't plan to go. I had half a day in the morning when I left Baoding, so I wanted to go and see it. After all, it is a national key cultural relic protection unit, so I wanted to explore it. I couldn't help but sigh that I almost missed it when I entered the garden. Key points: 1. It was built in the 22nd year of Yuan Taizu (1227); 2. The palace of the three emperors of the Qing Dynasty; 3. National key cultural relics protection unit, AAA scenic spot; 4. One of the top ten famous gardens in China, integrating gardens, palaces, and academies, with the beauty of classical gardens in the north and south of China; 5. One of the eight scenic spots in Baoding Shanggu, Lianyi Xiayan; 6. The building of the Zhili Library in the courtyard is in Western style; 7. Tickets: 30 yuan/person. 8. No parking is allowed in front of the door, you can only park across the road or in a nearby parking lot. Not only is the architecture in the courtyard exquisite and the scenery pleasant, but more importantly, each place tells a story. In the tenth year of Qianlong in the Qing Dynasty (1745), the ancient lotus pond was expanded into a palace. The emperors and empresses of the Qianlong, Jiaqing, and Guangxu dynasties all came here to stay and patrol. Emperor Qianlong patrolled the ancient lotus pond seven times in his life, and Emperor Jiaqing, Emperor Guangxu and Empress Dowager Cixi also stayed here, so every landscape came alive. The poems of "Yushu Mingzhi" and the poems of the monarchs and ministers chanting and chanting the lotus pond on the spot when Qianlong and Jiaqing summoned the governor of Zhili are still inscribed on the steles in the garden. The ancient lotus pond was built at the turn of the Jin and Yuan dynasties (1227), originally named "Xue Xiang Yuan", a private garden. In the Ming Dynasty, it was an official garden. Because of the lush lotus in the pool, it was called "Ancient Lotus Pond", also known as "Shuijian Public House". In the eleventh year of Yongzheng in the Qing Dynasty (1733), Lianchi Academy was built. In the tenth year of Qianlong (1745), the governor of Zhili, Fang Guancheng, built the emperor's palace. In the fourteenth year (1749), pavilions, terraces, pavilions, and pavilions were added to form twelve scenes, known as "Urban Penglai". . In October 1900, the Allied Forces of Britain, France, Germany, and Italy invaded Baoding, looted the precious cultural relics in the garden, and turned the pavilions, terraces, pavilions, and pavilions into ashes. After several repairs, it was impossible to restore its original appearance in its heyday. The overall layout is based on the pool water, and a group of exquisite classical buildings with the style of the north and the south are built around the pool. The garden is covered with vines and ancient locust trees, green willows, a pool of clear water, a group of brocades, lotus fragrance overflowing, and steles standing. There are famous "Lianchi Academy Calligraphy", Tang stele, Qing Dynasty imperial stele and Wang Yangming poem stele, etc., which are all miniature of Zhili Baoding culture. It's worth seeing.

Workers escape on the weekends and come to Baoding to experience a day of leisure, starting from the aroma of Yongmao donkey meat and ending with the lively Baoding banquet. Each stop is a microcosm of Hebei culture. 🥐【Yongmao Donkey Meat】 It is said to be the most popular donkey meat hotpot in Baoding. Queuing is the norm, but the satisfaction you get from taking a bite is definitely worth the wait! 🏞️【Ancient Lotus Pond】 In summer, lotus flowers are in full bloom, and the garden scenery is refreshing. The ticket price is 30 yuan, but the tranquility is priceless. 🏯【Da Ci Pavilion】 A small and exquisite temple, open to the public for free, is a good place to purify your soul. 🏛️【Zhili Governor-General's Office Museum】 A witness to the history of the Qing Dynasty, the ticket price is 30 yuan, taking you back to that turbulent era. 🛍️【West Street】 An ancient street with a new charm, lined with cultural and creative coffee shops. It is even more lively at night and is suitable for a leisurely stroll. 🎭【Huaijun Office】 A gathering place for opera culture. The opera performances in the evening are intoxicating. Tickets are 25 yuan, a perfect combination of culture and entertainment. 🍽️【Baoding Banquet】 A comprehensive experience place integrating food, performances and museums. Admission is free to satisfy your taste buds and vision. 🚶‍♂️【Transportation】 Baoding’s attractions are compact and can basically be reached on foot. You can enjoy the fun of Citywalk, and the occasional taxi ride can also become a time for a short break.

The Ancient Lotus Pond is located in the center of the old city of Baoding and is one of the 'Eight Views of Shanggu', known as 'Ripples of Summer Beauty'. The Ancient Lotus Pond is a national-level cultural heritage site and one of the top ten famous gardens in China. It is not only famous for its 'secluded forests and springs, and the vastness of clouds and things' but also widely known because it shares the same site with the Lotus Pond Academy. The Ancient Lotus Pond is centered around two ponds, north and south, with pavilions, platforms, buildings, and towers built around the pond. Passing through the Lotus Pond Archway, on the left is the Zhili Library, and on the right is the Zhuojin Pavilion. The abundance of lotus leaves in the pond is astonishing but also within reason; otherwise, why would it be called 'Lotus Pond'? On the north bank of the pond, from east to west, there are sequentially the Hua Nan Yan Bei Thatched Cottage, Wanjuan Building, Gaofen Pavilion, Kuihua Building, and Sairan Pavilion. This historical garden, with a history of over a thousand years, has maintained its unique style of 'rippling green and encompassing emptiness' after several rises and falls. Today, it not only wins with the charming scenery of 'Ripples of Summer Beauty' but also displays numerous cultural relics and treasures through the historical mists that loom in the garden. The different experiences of private gardens, official gardens, academy gardens, royal gardens, and public gardens have endowed it with a rich cultural heritage. Ancient Lotus Pond

Weekend round trip from Beijing to Baoding in one day! 📍Route: Baoding Station➡️Zhili Governor's Office Museum➡️Baoding City Museum➡️Huai Army Office➡️Ancient Lotus Pond➡️Catholic Church➡️West Street The Zhili Governor's Office, Ancient Lotus Pond, West Street, and the church are very close to each other, and you can get there by bike or on foot. It was just too hot, so I visited the Governor's Office in the morning and went straight to the museum, and didn't come out to visit other attractions until about 4 pm. There is a bus from the museum to the Governor's Office, Guan Hanqing Grand Theater➡️Ancient Lotus Pond, and it takes about 20 minutes by taxi. Opposite the museum is Wanda, which has a Ferris wheel inside the building. It seems to be out of operation, but it looks very distinctive from a distance in the middle of the building. The Huai Army Office stops admitting visitors before 16:30, and there's a theater inside that's great for taking photos! The Ancient Lotus Pond stops admitting visitors before 17:00, and the park starts clearing out around 18:30? The lotus flowers haven't bloomed yet, so it might be worth waiting to visit. The Catholic Church is right across from the Lotus Pond, and there's an egg tart shop next door where you can try one for 1.5 yuan—after all, at this price, who needs a bicycle🚲 West Street is just an average experience, too crowded, a very ordinary commercial street, but there are many stalls selling lacquered fans that you can buy for fun. 🚗Transport: Beijing South➡️Baoding➡️Beijing West It's recommended to get off at Baoding Station, which is only a few bus stops away from the core scenic area, more convenient than Baoding East. I didn't visit the Paleontology Museum, as I'm not very interested in dinosaurs. 🌟Recommendations: There's still a bit of a crowd on weekends, but there's basically no queuing in the scenic areas except on holidays. Eating out is another story; the queue for the popular 'zhaobing' was at least 20 people long in the afternoon. I didn't eat at the popular internet-famous shop but randomly chose a place called 'Bainian Caozhen' under a residential building near the museum. The board intestine 'huoshao' was really delicious! I also had a green bean and milk drink at the nearby Wanda, which was not too sweet and quite refreshing. The Ancient Lotus Pond is a pretty little garden, and it's nice to sit in the pavilion and enjoy the breeze when it's almost closing time and there are not many people around. I saw many people avoiding the Baoding Museum, but I think it's quite good. Although there aren't many cultural relics, the museum's service is excellent. There was a volunteer child explaining the bronze mirror exhibition, and they even provided a heavy bronze mirror model for visitors to try out. I've visited many museums and often hear people ask how to use a bronze mirror, but it's rare for museums to let visitors try a model themselves—big thumbs up for this! ❗️You need to book in advance. 💰Cost: Round-trip train 53+24+food and drinks 70+souvenirs 30+admission 85 (Zhili Governor's Office and Lotus Pond 30, Huai Army Office 25) = 265

The Ancient Lotus Pond, originally named Xue Xiang Garden, is located at No. 244 Yuhua West Road, Lianchi District, Baoding City, Hebei Province. It was established in the 22nd year of the reign of Emperor Taizu of the Yuan Dynasty (1227), and was founded by Marshal Zhang Rou, the Prince of Runan of the Yuan Dynasty. The total area is 24,000 square meters, of which the pond area is 7,900 square meters, and the building area is 3,680 square meters. It is a 3A-level tourist attraction, a national key cultural relics protection unit, and one of the ten most beautiful gardens in China.

Baoding Ancient Lotus Pond, located in the scenic area of the old city district, is one of China's top ten gardens and is known as the 'Penglai of the City'. Here, you can find quaint architecture, fresh lotus ponds, quiet shaded pathways, and exquisite stone carving art. You can admire the beautiful stone bridges and stone boats, enjoy flower and bird painting exhibitions, and taste ancient-style tea at the Xinye Tea House. Don't miss the Ci Mei Treasure Temple, Zi Yun Zen Temple, and the group of brick pagodas. This place is full of charm that will make you linger and forget to return!

From private gardens to official gardens, from academy gardens to imperial gardens, over the past 800 years, the Ancient Lotus Pond in Baoding has experienced various types of gardens, and is now known as one of the top ten gardens in China, and a must-visit spot for tourists in Baoding. The Ancient Lotus Pond is located on Yuhua West Road in Baoding City, facing the famous Zhili Governor's Mansion across the street. Originally named Xue Xiang Garden, it was initially the residence of Zhang Rou, a famous general in the late Jin and early Yuan dynasties, and the planning of the entire Baoding city was also from Zhang Rou. After being looted by the Eight-Nation Alliance, the former Ancient Lotus Pond has disappeared, and most of the buildings people see now are restored later, the old trees are still there, but the pavilions have a new look. Today, the layout of the garden is close to the pattern of the early Guangxu period, but the scale has been reduced. The water system in the garden is divided into two pools, the south pool is crescent-shaped, and the north pool is larger and nearly rectangular. The two pools are connected by two canals from east to west, and the main scenery in the garden is set around the water, complementing the vegetation. Spring Noon Slope, Wanjuan Tower, Zao Yong Tower, Han Cang Pavilion, etc. are all among the twelve famous scenes in the garden. Han Cang Pavilion is a bridge pavilion, where you can cross the river, shelter from the sun and rain, or rest and enjoy the scenery. Around the Ancient Lotus Pond, artificial mountains are stacked with different shapes, giving people a sense of tranquility and interest. After bypassing the artificial mountain, you come to the main scene in the garden - the Lotus Pond. The area of the lotus pond is very large, almost a quarter of the park. It is past the season of lotus blooming, and now there are only green lotus leaves crowded together, which is in line with the verse 'the lotus leaves are infinitely green under the sky'. The fame of the Ancient Lotus Pond cannot be separated from the Lotus Pond Academy. The Lotus Pond Academy was established during the Yongzheng period and was the highest academy in Zhili Province. Zhang Xuecheng and Qi Yunshi once served as the dean, and they cultivated a large number of talents. Walking into the special exhibition of the Lotus Pond Academy, you will see the statue of Liu Chunlin, a student of the Lotus Pond Academy, and his more meaningful identity is - the last top scholar in China. Looking down from a high place, the lotus pond in September is half green and half yellow, as if the summer and autumn seasons are quietly alternating here. The winding corridor connects the ancient pavilions, sitting in the pavilion, watching the wind blow the lotus, listening to the rustling of the lotus leaves, I really want to sigh 'the weather is cool, it's a good autumn'. With the profound history of the Lotus Pond Academy and the beautiful scenery of the classical garden, from ancient times to the present, the Ancient Lotus Pond has always been refreshing, 'I almost doubt that there is Penglai in the city' is well deserved.