[2025 Zhouzhi Attraction] Travel Guide for Qinling National Botanical Garden (Updated Apr)

Qinling National Botanical Garden is located in Zhouzhi County, in the middle of the northern foot of the Qinling Mountains. It is a green pearl and a plant kingdom, with 1,641 species of wild plants and 164 species of animals. The forest coverage rate is 95%, making it a very worthwhile place to visit. Here you can find the "Qinling Double Beauties" of Davidia involucrata and Taxus chinensis, as well as the rare plant Monotropa uniflora and the northernmost wild population of Cymbidium goeringii in China. It is the best and richest area for natural ecological protection and ecological diversity in the northern foot of the Qinling Mountains. The scenery is picturesque all year round. In spring, it is lush and full of flowers; in summer, it is cool and comfortable with a pleasant climate; in autumn, it is colorful and pleasing to the eye; in winter, it is covered with snow and the scenery is pleasant, making it a place that you will never want to leave. At present, Qinling Botanical Garden is one of the largest comprehensive botanical gardens in China, with a unique geographical location, high ecological value, and good protection of primitive forests. How can you not be tempted?

• The beauty of nature: As a national large-scale comprehensive botanical garden, Qinling National Botanical Garden has rich and complete plant resources and clearly visible plant zones. The botanical garden is even more enchanting in autumn, with colorful flowers, especially in the Garden Valley, which is colorful and charming, with a variety of colors and dazzling colors, which is fascinating. • The feeling of seasonal changes: Autumn is the season when the colors of plants in Qinling National Botanical Garden change the most. Yellow dew, ginkgo, and flower sea will show visitors a colorful autumn scene. Here, you can feel the subtle changes of the seasons in nature, and trigger deep thinking about life, time, and nature. • The experience of popular science education: The botanical garden is not only a place with beautiful natural scenery, but also a place for popular science education. By visiting the popular science museum, specimen museum, and crabapple garden, you can get familiar with representative plants in autumn, and understand the structure and function of plant leaves, the structure and dissemination of plant fruits. These activities not only increase the understanding of nature, but also improve the hands-on ability, and enhance the awareness of protecting and loving Qinling. • The fun of succulents: Autumn is also the season when succulents grow vigorously. The autumn succulent exhibition in Qinling National Botanical Garden exhibits more than 300 pots, involving 12 families, 31 genera, and 261 species of plants, allowing visitors to appreciate the "beauty, wonder, and rarity" of succulents, and understand the knowledge and cultural connotation of succulents. • The integration of culture and history: In Qinling National Botanical Garden, you can also experience the integration of culture and history. For example, after visiting the popular science museum and specimen museum, enjoying the autumn flowers and plants in the botanical garden at the foot of Qinling is another feeling of autumn. • The awareness of protecting rare plants: In the rare plant area, the display of rare tree species such as Davidia involucrata, Pteroceltis tatarinowii, and Taxus chinensis makes us love and care for nature more. • The practical course of autumn harvest season: Through the practical course of autumn harvest season, teenagers can learn crop knowledge in practice and establish a correct view of labor.

The Qinling National Botanical Garden is a large-scale comprehensive botanical garden jointly built by the Shaanxi Provincial People's Government, the National Forestry Bureau, the Chinese Academy of Sciences, and the Xi'an Municipal People's Government. It is currently the largest botanical garden in China with the most unique geographical location, the highest ecological value, and the best protection of primitive forests. It is also the only botanical garden in the country with the word "national" in its name. The park is located in Zhouzhi County in the middle section of the Qinling Mountains, 70 kilometers from Xi'an. The planned area is 639 square kilometers. There are five geomorphic units: high mountains, middle mountains, low mountains, hills, and plains. The maximum relative height difference is 2417 meters, the climate vertical changes are obvious, and the natural resources are rich. The park has diverse geomorphic units, obvious vertical climate changes, and extremely rich biodiversity. There are 1,641 plants, 154 animals, and more than 2,000 insects. The park's Grand Canyon, waterfalls, ancient plank roads and other natural and cultural landscapes are well preserved. The core protected area is covered with large areas of primitive forests. The complete forest ecosystem and the landscape of the Quaternary glacial landform relics complement each other.

Hey, little treasures! Summer in Xi'an has arrived just like that, and the weather has suddenly heated up. Today, I'm going to share with you a fantastic spot around Xi'an for taking the kids out for a cool and refreshing walk and to play in the water—the Qinling off-the-beaten-path routes! We've checked out an off-the-beaten-path route in the Qinling before, and it's really perfect for a family trip! That's the Qinling National Botanical Garden. Generally, most people might take Route 1, but we've personally tested Route 2, and it's simply the perfect way to enjoy summer! Every summer, Qinling always has new hidden gems waiting for you to discover, and this place is definitely the king of the gorges around Xi'an! Getting off the sightseeing bus, you're greeted with a cool and fresh feeling. There are trees, streams, moss, wildflowers, just like Xi'an's version of the Emerald City. The river water in the mountains is as clear as jade, and the babbling of the stream is incredibly relaxing. Walking back and forth along Route 2 takes about 3 hours, and the concrete path is very flat, so pushing a stroller is no problem at all. Of course, playing in the water by the river and upstream is super cooling! The Liangcha River at the entrance is quite special, with low-hanging branches like natural large umbrellas, and the winding stream stretches out, with the beauty of nature right before your eyes. The facilities here are also quite complete, with inns and restaurants, and accommodations are available. The farmhouses inside raise their own fish for sale, with an average cost of around 60 RMB per person, depending on what you order. A warm reminder: To take Route 2, you need to ride the sightseeing bus, which stops entering the mountain at 14:00 every day. The round trip on the sightseeing bus takes 1 hour, plus 3 hours for walking back and forth, so you need at least 4 hours to complete the visit. Everyone must plan their time wisely! Additionally, farmhouses in the scenic area require reservations, with an average cost of around 60 RMB per person. If you're camping or picnicking, pay attention to environmental hygiene and take your trash with you. When taking children to play, make sure they are accompanied by adults, and be careful when playing by the water. The address of the Qinling National Botanical Garden is near No. 2 Jucai Road, Zhouzhi County. It's recommended to drive there, and there's a parking lot at the entrance. Regarding tickets, the entrance fee is 25 RMB per person, and it's cheaper to buy through the Shaanxi Cultural Tourism Benefit People mini-program. The ticket for Route 2 sightseeing bus is 60 RMB per person, with free admission for children under 1.4 meters and people over 65 years old, and half price for minors, students, and people aged 60-65. Besides this, let me recommend a few more off-the-beaten-path routes in the Qinling that are suitable for family outings: 👉 Huangyugou: Located in Luan Town, Chang'an District, you can drive and navigate to 'Miyan Temple,' or take buses 332, 334, or Tourist Bus 9 to 'Shangwang Village' station and then walk towards the mountain. As soon as you enter the mountain, there's a stream where you can camp and play in the water. 👉 Gaoguanyukou: Located at the foot of the Qinling Mountains, you don't need to enter a scenic area. Navigate to Li Jiayan Farmhouse, and after eating, you can play in the river opposite the east gate. Both sides of the riverbank are free for water play, with parking for 10 RMB.

🌸 You can also take a lot of flower photos at Xi'an Botanical Garden! There is also a super beautiful flower bed! 💖 Sharing camera positions: 1️⃣ The colorful Monet Garden 💐 can be seen on the left side after entering the main gate, very close to the entrance. There is also a large area of tall Delphiniums that are very blue and beautiful. 2️⃣ Hydrangeas are opposite the 【Rock Garden】, with a few hydrangeas blooming just right. There is no fence and not many people. 3️⃣ Peony flowers in the 【Peony Garden】 are still there, but they are almost withered. 📍Xi'an Botanical Garden ticket checking time is from 9:00 to 18:00, and the garden closes at 19:00. 📷 It is recommended to take photos around 15:00.

#cherryblossom2024 Embark on a journey of tranquility and beauty at the National Botanical Garden's Plum Garden, where nature's delicate plum blossoms paint a serene picture amidst the hustle and bustle of everyday life. 🌸🌿 As April unfolds, it unveils the perfect time to immerse oneself in the ethereal beauty of plum blossoms, and the Plum Garden at the National Botanical Garden (North Garden) is currently in its prime viewing period. 🌸🌸 Nestled adjacent to the picturesque cherry ditch scenic spot, the Plum Garden boasts winding mountain roads and tranquil plank pathways, inviting visitors to escape the noise of the world and embrace moments of peaceful reflection. 🏞️🌸 Tucked away within the Plum Blossom Cultural Museum lies a hidden gem, where ancient architectural wonders seamlessly blend with the natural splendor of the surroundings. Adjacent to this cultural marvel is the enchanting Merlin Flower Sea, a sight that promises unforgettable moments and stunning photo opportunities. 🏛️📸 Don't miss the opportunity to wander through this enchanting sanctuary, where the beauty of nature and the timeless elegance of ancient architecture converge to create a truly magical experience. #PlumBlossomParadise #TranquilRetreat

April is the human world's springtime Tulips under the sunshine are really super beautiful You must keep this spring tour route in mind - It takes an hour and a half drive from Xi'an to reach the Qinling National Botanical Garden 1⃣️ Qinling National Botanical Garden: Ticket: 49 yuan/person Sightseeing car: 30 yuan/person Scenic area tour: The tulips are really super beautiful in April, if you just go to see the tulips, you don't need to buy a sightseeing car ticket, it's just a ten-minute walk to the tulip area. If you want to tour the entire botanical garden, the garden is very large, you must buy a sightseeing car ticket. The sightseeing car goes around the mountain and you can visit the plant specimen hall, the mountaintop observation deck, the peony garden, tulips, etc., with hop-on hop-off at any station, the sightseeing car experience is quite good. _ ⚠️: There are a lot of people on weekends, parking costs 10 yuan, the parking lot is very large, it is recommended to either enter the park early or around two or three in the afternoon to avoid the peak times, otherwise, you will have to wait a long time for the sightseeing car. - After visiting the botanical garden, it takes half an hour to drive to Zhouzhi Water Street 2⃣️ Zhouzhi Water Street: Parking is free, no admission fee. There are a lot of people on weekends but the parking lot is very large, please rest assured. It's so comfortable to drink tea by the river or on the second floor of the fireworks alley. There are many recreational facilities by the water. There are also comfortable standalone B&Bs by the water street. - tips ⚪️ The park is quite large, it is recommended to arrange your time reasonably, follow the planned route to play, you can fully experience the various facilities and attractions of the park ⚫️ There are many types of plants in the park, it is recommended to pay more attention to the names and characteristics of the plants while playing, you can learn a lot 🔴 Qinling Botanical Garden is suitable for visiting in all seasons, each season has its own characteristics and beautiful scenery. Spring and autumn are the best seasons to visit, during which the climate is pleasant and the scenery is beautiful 🟡 When visiting in the spring and summer, pay attention to sun protection and mosquito bites🦟 to avoid affecting the visiting experience 🟢 During the visit, pay attention to safety⚠️, do not climb trees or touch wild animals at will; you should abide by the regulations of the park, do not damage the plants or the ecological environment at will How to get there‼️‼️‼️ Bus🚌: You can take the Huan Shan Tourism Line 1 bus at the east side of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda North Square (get off at Qinling National Botanical Garden Station), the specific departure time may change, it is recommended to check in advance. Self-driving🚗: If you choose to drive there, you can take the Xi'an Ring Expressway, go through the Xi Han Expressway, get off at the Lao Yu Kou toll station, and then take the Huan Shan Tourism Road (S107 Provincial Road) westward for about 18 kilometers to reach the Qinling National Botanical Garden