[2024 Suzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for Dongshahushengtai Park (Updated Sep)
City Parks
Address:
East Central Line, Wuzhong District, Suzhou City
Opening times:
Open year round, 24/7Open
Recommended sightseeing time:
2-3 hours
Shanghai self-driving 1
5h | Encounter the "Red Ribbon on the Sea". Planned to appreciate autumn in Tianping Mountain in Suzhou on the weekend, but was scared off by the crowd's photos, and ended up going to Yangcheng Lake, surprisingly found a red floating bridge nearby, the aerial view is like a red ribbon floating on the water, very artistic.
❤️Located on the south side of Yangcheng Lake, "Dongsha Lake" is the largest park in the Suzhou Industrial Park. There are many peninsulas along the lake. The most conspicuous is a red floating bridge with an S-bend on the east side. Walking on it doesn't feel much, but the aerial view is really amazing, especially when the weather is good, the lake water looks blue to the naked eye, like a red ribbon floating on the "sea".
🤎This park is more like a community park for nearby residents to walk and stroll. There are not many people on weekends, but the scenery is not inferior to other large scenic spots. It also has the beauty of autumn, the lakeside has a large area of Taxodium distichum, plane trees and Miscanthus, as well as the changing color of Acer triflorum, the transition of red, yellow and green is like an oil painting.
🌟Dongsha Lake Ecological Park
📍Wuzhong District, Suzhou City
🅿️6 yuan/hour, free within half an hour
💡Red floating bridge location
You can see it when you enter from the northeast gate and turn right
Self-driving 🚗 can only park at the southwest gate, then walk along the east side
ASHLYN WATERS
Autumn trip to Dongsha Lake Ecological Park.
🎈Kids, autumn is here🍁, it's time to travel! Today I will share a super beautiful treasure place with you - Dongsha Lake Ecological Park. 💎
🌳Just entering the park from the entrance, it's like stepping into a dreamy natural world. Going deep along the clean road, coming to the lakeside plank road, wow😍, the lake and mountains are as beautiful as a picture, instantly becoming the most beautiful background in autumn. That vast green lawn is simply a leisure paradise. You can fly a kite and watch it soar under the blue sky and white clouds; you can also have an autumn picnic with friends and enjoy leisure time. 😎The natural education area is a good place for parent-child travel. Take the children to explore the mysteries of nature, observe animals and plants, and experience the beauty of ecology. Although the flower exhibition area does not have the splendid flowers in spring and summer, the autumn flowers such as chrysanthemums are blooming, which adds a touch of bright color to autumn. There are also basketball courts, fitness equipment and other facilities to meet the needs of sports. 💪
💡Practical information is here. Open all day throughout the year, immerse yourself in nature at any time. Free tickets, great! 🚇Metro Line 5 Dongsha Lake Station Exit 3, walk about 350 meters; 🚌Bus 128 to the nearby station and then walk; 🚗Self-driving navigation to Dongsha Lake Ecological Park, free parking in the park for 3 hours.
✨Small note: The natural education area guides children to observe civilization, remember to take away the garbage after a picnic, and warm up before exercise to pay attention to safety.
I was deeply moved when I came here last time. 😃The feeling of being integrated with nature is beyond words. In this autumn, come to Dongsha Lake Ecological Park to feel the change of seasons and experience the tranquility and harmony of nature. 🌳🌟
Alexander Carmichael78
Spending Summer Vacation with Kids | The Hundred-Acre Lotus Pond Hidden in a Thousand-Year-Old Ancient Temple
| Hidden within the Yangcheng Lake Peninsula, a one-hour drive from Shanghai, lies a secluded and scenic thousand-year-old temple - Chongyuan Temple. Here, there are hundred-acre lotus ponds, vast lake views, the majestic Great Buddha Hall, the tallest indoor Guanyin statue in China... It is highly recommended to bring kids here to cool off over the weekend. Guide below 👇
✅Route (see picture 8)
8:45 Depart from Shanghai ➡️ 10:00 Chongyuan Temple ➡️ 12:00 Qianshuiwan Commercial Street (Lunch) ➡️ 13:30 Dongsha Lake Ecological Park ➡️ 16:00 Ligong Dike (Water Play)
✅Attraction Introduction
1️⃣ Chongyuan Temple
With a history of over 1500 years, it was rebuilt in 2003. Here, you can sip on Buddha coffee while admiring the lotus flowers, participate in worship and practice, and enjoy moments of tranquility
👉🏻 Great Buddha Hall: It is said to be very efficacious for those praying for children～
👉🏻 Waterborne Guanyin Pavilion: Inside is a sacred statue of Guanyin Bodhisattva, standing at 33 meters tall, truly awe-inspiring!
👉🏻 Lotus Pond: You can walk deep into the lotus pond along the plank walkways on both sides～
👉🏻 Coffee Shop: There is one on each side of Puji Bridge, where you can enjoy the lotus flowers and cool off～
⚠️ Especially suitable for aerial photography, it's like a lotus flower embedded in the middle of the clear water, blooming layer by layer
🎫 20 yuan/adult, free for children under 1.4m
🕐 7:30-17:00
🅿️ Navigate to '333 Yangcheng Lake Peninsula Yangcheng Ring Road, Suzhou', there are many parking spaces at the entrance, free of charge
2️⃣ Qianshuiwan Commercial Street
Recommended Lüfengyuan Farmhouse Dishes, the silverfish omelet is very fragrant, and the chicken soup is also delicious, about 100 yuan per person～
🅿️ Free parking spaces opposite the restaurant
3️⃣ Dongsha Lake Ecological Park
Originally went for the internet-famous bridge, but discovered it's a treasure spot for fishing and catching crayfish. The entire park is like a botanical garden, with particularly fresh air and very few people, suitable for camping or resting
🎫 Free
🅿️ Navigate to 'Northeast Gate Parking Lot of Dongsha Lake Ecological Park', relatively closer, 6 yuan/2 hours, 2 yuan for each additional half hour
4️⃣ Ligong Dike
There is a free children's playground, with sand play, water play, slides, non-powered facilities, and more, a paradise for young children! It is recommended to come after four in the afternoon to avoid the sun and enjoy the lake breeze.
⚠️ Bring complete sun protection items, stream trekking clothes/shoes, spare clothes, water guns, sand digging tools, towels, and mosquito repellent
⚠️ For restrooms, go to the 02 Station Coffee Shop, which has a nursing room, 200 meters away by foot
⚠️ For dinner, you can go to Suzhou Center, but it's recommended to order takeout to save time～
🎫 Free
🅿️ Navigate to 'Jinji Lake Wind Garden Children's Playground', 8 yuan/2 hours, 1 yuan for each additional half hour, 25 yuan cap; if full, go to the Left Bank Visitor Center
Savannah*Bailey62
Stunning! There is such a Maritime Silk Road hidden in Suzhou!
Dongsha Lake Ecological Park is located at No. 999 Xinghu Street, Industrial Park, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province, covering an area of about 5.8 square kilometers. It is a large urban wetland park that integrates ecological protection, leisure and entertainment, and science education. The vast lakes here are like mirrors, surrounded by green trees, filled with the fragrance of birds and flowers, offering a refreshing and pleasant view that varies with the seasons. Walking through it, you can feel the freshness and tranquility of nature, as well as appreciate the charm of the harmonious coexistence of modern cities and the ecological environment.
🍀 Must-visit attractions:
① Lakeside stroll: The hydrophilic plank road built along the lake is a highlight of the park. You can take a leisurely walk here, enjoy the sparkling waves on the lake surface, and listen to the birds and insects by the lake.
② Nature observation: The park has several bird-watching platforms, making it a paradise for bird lovers and photography enthusiasts, giving you the opportunity to get up close and personal with various wild birds.
③ Children's playground: The park's children's play facilities are rich and varied, making it an ideal choice for family fun. Children can play to their heart's content and get close to nature here.
🍀 Transportation tips:
For those who are driving, you can navigate directly to "Suzhou Dongsha Lake Ecological Park". There are plenty of parking spaces near the park; for those who are taking public transportation, you can choose subway line 1, get off at the Cultural Expo Center station, and then transfer to bus 1006 or 1008, which goes directly to Dongsha Lake Ecological Park.
🍀 Food recommendations:
After playing, why not try the exquisite and delicious Su-style cuisine, which is memorable. In addition, the nearby Ligong Dike Style Street also gathers many delicacies, from authentic Suzhou snacks to special dishes from various places, offering everything you could wish for.
🍀 Nearby attractions recommendations:
After visiting Dongsha Lake Ecological Park, you can also visit the Suzhou Museum (about 7 kilometers away), Jinji Lake Scenic Area (about 4 kilometers away), and Dushu Lake Church (about 3 kilometers away). These places have their own characteristics and will show you the diverse charm of Suzhou's perfect integration of ancient city and modern fashion.
Let's explore this unique charm of Suzhou together!