[2025 Wuhan Attraction] Travel Guide for East Lake Rhododendron Garden (Updated Apr)

Walking through the East Lake Moshan Azalea Garden feels like stepping into a vibrant spring painting. Tall trees create a lush green canopy above the sea of flowers. Within this 175-acre garden, 800,000 azalea plants bloom in competition - red like fire, pink like clouds, purple like butterflies, and white like snow, layering across the hillsides like a spilled artist's palette. Following the winding wooden boardwalk uphill, visitors are embraced by swaying flower branches and intoxicating fragrance, immersed in an ocean of these "beauties among flowers." The garden features charming bridges over flowing streams, stone arch bridges, and rustic pavilions that complement the brilliant floral display, creating a perfect spot for both flower viewing and relaxation. Whether admiring the exquisite beauty of rare azalea varieties up close or gazing at the magnificent view of "mountains reddened with azaleas," visitors can't help but linger, soaking in the romance and poetry of spring. Large lawns provide space for picnics and camping. Come to East Lake, walk the flower paths, and enjoy a romantic date with nature. Azalea Garden

April is the most beautiful time of the year. At the foot of Moshan, clusters of azaleas are in full bloom From the mountain paths, they spread to the lake's arch bridges and pavilions It's like the most passionate ceremony of Wuhan's spring. Azalea Garden

💐 As one of the top four places in China to appreciate azaleas, the Cloud Mist Mountain is truly spectacular with its mountainsides covered in red azaleas. However, it is quite crowded and far from the city center, so today I'm sharing some places within Wuhan city where you can enjoy the azaleas~ 🌸 Azalea Blooming Period: April 10th to the end of April ✅ Places to Appreciate Azaleas 1. East Lake Moshan Azalea Garden No admission fee | Free! The path is lined with blooming red azaleas, and the whole garden is brimming with the spirit of spring! It's great for taking photos and is a perfect spot for a weekend outing to relax and enjoy the spring! 2. Qingshan Park No admission fee | Free! This park is a real hidden gem, with over ten thousand azalea bushes, probably the largest azalea viewing spot within Wuhan city! The lake and greenery create a lush environment, not just with azaleas but also some late cherry blossoms that are particularly beautiful! I recommend everyone to visit if you have the chance; it's truly beautiful! 3. Wuhan Botanical Garden Admission fee required | 30 RMB! There's a wide variety of azaleas, arranged in a pleasing, undulating pattern! It's very suitable for taking photos! The botanical garden has also been upgraded recently, with large green lawns where you can lie down and daydream, which is really pleasant!! 4. Ma'anshan Forest Park No admission fee | Free! The azaleas are planted along the hillside in layers, giving a feeling similar to the Cloud Mist Mountain! If you go now, you can also take pictures of the hydrangeas, which are blooming at a lower height and are very photogenic! It's the best choice for an urban hike and oxygen intake! 5. East Lake Tingtao Scenic Area Just navigate to Lanfu Parking Lot! Once you arrive, turn right, and you'll see a whole area of azaleas, which are quite low and less crowded! It's very suitable for taking photos! It feels like being enveloped by flowers! It's the weekend! I wish everyone a fun time and hope you take beautiful pictures! Hehe!! Azalea Garden Qingshan Park Wuhan Botanical Garden Ma'anshan Forest Park East Lake Tingtao Scenic Area