[2025 Suzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for Shangfangshan National Forest Park (Updated Mar)

Say goodbye to the cold winter and welcome the arrival of spring, immersing ourselves in the romance of 'cherry blossoms'! How can you miss this year's cherry blossom season? ⏳Best Time to Visit: Mid to late March until mid-April 👍Top Recommendations: 1. Suzhou Garden Expo Park (South Gate) 'Cherry Blossom Festival': Take a stroll on the aerial walkway, cross the Cherry Blossom Avenue, and overlook the cherry blossom sea from above🌸, experiencing a different landscape. The park's Peacock Garden🦚 and Ferris Wheel🎡 are also great places for family fun. a.📍Location: No. 888, Linghu Zhulu Road, Wuzhong District, Suzhou b.⏰Opening Hours: 8:30-17:00 c.🎫Ticket Price: 15 yuan 2. Suzhou Shangfangshan National Forest Park 'Cherry Blossom Forest': There are more than 2,000 cherry trees here, with the blooming light pink cherry blossoms as if stepping into a scene from a 'Makoto Shinkai' movie. a.📍Address: No. 47, Wuyue Road, Huqiu District, Suzhou b.⏰Opening Hours: 8:30-17:00 c.🎫Ticket Price: 40 yuan 3. Tandong Village 'Zuiye Cherry Blossom Forest': A lesser-known cherry blossom viewing spot that offers tent and camping equipment rental, allowing you to easily camp⛺️ and enjoy the cherry blossoms. a.📍Address: Tandong Village, Guangfu Town, Taihu Lake, Suzhou b.⏰Opening Hours: 9:00-17:00 c.🎫Ticket Price: 30 yuan 4. Guangfu Tongguanyin Temple 'Late Cherry Blossom Viewing Spot': Hidden behind the Tongguanyin Temple on the hill is a large area of late cherry blossoms. In early April, the late cherry blossoms in the courtyard bloom beautifully, like a 'cherry blossom tunnel'. a.📍Address: Dengwei Middle Road, Guangfu Town, Taihu National Tourism Resort, Suzhou b.⏰Opening Hours: 9:00-17:00 c.🎫Ticket Price: 15 yuan 5. Xianying Lake Park: An open park named after cherry blossoms, with 8 varieties of early and late cherry blossoms in the park. A cherry blossom path winds for a kilometer, very suitable for cycling🚴 tours. a.📍Address: No. 333, Yangcheng Ring Road, Industrial Park b.🎫Ticket Price: Free 6. Suzhou Light Rail Tram Cherry Blossom Avenue: The cherry blossom tram in spring has a full Japanese anime vibe! From the overpass, take a bird's-eye view of the station, the passing tram, and the cherry blossoms next to it, super photogenic📸️. a.📍Location: 'Xiuan' Light Rail on Taihu Avenue, High-tech District

🌸2025 Cherry Blossom Viewing Calendar ▪️Early Bloomers: Mar 20–25 (Visit the ancient Ji'jian Temple for the first blush of pink) ▪️Peak Bloom: Apr 1–10 (Witness the explosion of cherry blossoms accompanied by the bells of Zhiping Temple) ▪️Late Bloom: Apr 15–20 (Savor Biluochun tea by Shihu Lake while enjoying the snow-like remnants of cherry blossoms) 🏯【Zen Exploration: A Three-Part Journey】 ❶ Ji'jian Temple: Whispers of Cherry Blossoms and Stone Buddhas ▪️Remnants of a Southern Dynasty Temple: Gaze upon the Yuan Dynasty stone Buddha statues peeking through the cherry blossom branches. ▪️Hidden Photo Spot: Capture the ancient scripture pillar and cherry blossoms together using a wide-angle lens from the east side of the Mahavira Hall, near the prayer flags. ▪️Cultural Tidbit: A Ming Dynasty scholar composed the "Twelve Chapters of Cherry Blossom Zen" here. Find a reprinted copy in the temple's tea room. ❷ Shihu Lake Pavilion: A Poetic Stroll ▪️Fan Chengda's Retreat: Follow the path where the Southern Song Dynasty poet once planted plum trees and discover the engraved poem "Cherry Blossom Valley." 🚌Practical Guide: Tickets & Transportation 🎫 Tickets ▫️40 CNY (half price for students/seniors 60+) ▫️Online Booking: Reserve your time slot 1 day in advance via the official "Suzhou Gardens Tourism" WeChat account. 🚇 Transportation ▫️Subway: Take Line 3 to Shihu North Station, then transfer to the "Cherry Blossom Express" bus (5-minute ride to the North Gate). Walking is also an option if the weather is nice. Walking is faster when there's traffic! ▫️Driving: Navigate to "Shangfang Mountain National Forest Park East Parking Lot" (plenty of parking before 8:30 am). 📜【A 37-Year-Old Solo Traveler's Cultural Notes】 ▪️Crowd-Beating Itinerary: Ascend the Lengjia Pagoda for a panoramic view of the cherry blossoms → Join a senior photography group around 10 am for free commentary. ▪️Solo Dining Delights: Pack a lacquered box filled with pine nut and jujube paste sesame cakes for a picnic at the Fan Ancestral Hall ruins. ⚠️【Tips for 37-Year-Old Solo Female Travelers】 ▪️Safety Warning: The back mountain has many forks and macaques 🐒. Do not approach them. ▪️Secret Route: Enter through the North Gate → Head straight to the Peacock Garden for photos of cherry blossoms and peacocks → Explore in reverse to avoid crowds. Follow me, your 37-year-old, single Suzhou sister, to learn how a solo travel checklist is more romantic than a marriage registration form 💕

When the cherry blossom rain falls on the Dutch windmills in March, and when the sea of lupines spills over the Japanese courtyard in May, you'll understand that Suzhou people have romance etched into their DNA. Shangfang Mountain isn't just a simple botanical garden; it's a fairy-tale dimension redefined by 21 unique garden areas—from the plum blossom forests of Tang and Song Dynasty poets to the Mediterranean-style dry creek gardens, every step is filled with the fragrance of time travel. 🌸 Four Seasons Blooming Map ▫️ March–April: Japanese Cherry Blossoms × Dutch Tulips ○ 2,000 Somei Yoshino cherry trees bloom simultaneously in the cherry blossom forest. The best photo spot is on the lawn at a 45-degree angle to the windmill. ○ The light in the tulip maze is softest before 10:00 am every day. Wear a light-colored long dress to capture oil-painting-like photos. ▫️ May–June: Secret Lupine Wonderland × Rose Corridor ○ The sea of lupines in the British Garden reaches a height of 1.2m. A wide-angle lens is recommended. ○ The 800m-long rose archway has its own fragrance. Backlighting in the evening creates a luminous hair effect in photos. ▫️ September–October: Red Spider Lily Carpet × Osmanthus Rain ○ The red spider lilies in the Sino-Japanese Friendship Forest are most enchanting in the early morning with dewdrops. ○ Bring an airtight container during the fragrant golden osmanthus season to make osmanthus honey on-site. 📸 Advanced Photography Guide ✅ Magic of Light and Shadow: ○ The carved flower windows of Meixiang Xiaozhu (optimal light projection at 10:00 am/3:00 pm) ○ The reflection boardwalk of the Aquatic Botanical Garden (an ND filter is needed to capture the silky water surface) ✅ Traditional Style Matching: ○ Recommended Hanfu colors are lotus root/bamboo green, which perfectly match the gray tiles and white walls of the Jiangnan garden area. ○ You can bring an oil-paper umbrella to capture strolling among the flowers. There is a large sea of rapeseed flowers. 🚶♀️ In-depth Tour Route 🔸 Half-Day Highlights: East Gate → Cherry Blossom Slope → Dutch Windmill → Meixiang Xiaozhu → Lunch at the Viewing Platform → Rose Corridor → Exit 🔸 Full-Day Immersion: South Gate → Medicinal Botanical Garden → Sino-Japanese Friendship Forest → Picnic in the British Garden → Afternoon Tea in the Bonsai Garden → Sunset at the Aquatic Botanical Garden 🍃 Surrounding Bonus 📍 Food Supply: The limited-edition cherry blossom ice cream at "Baihuatang" in the park and the pastries at the time-honored "Wanfuxing" at the exit are worth trying. 📍 Recommended Joint Tour: Combine with Shihu Scenic Area, 2 km away, to experience the double impact of "sea of flowers + lake view." There is also the Shangfangshan Zoo nearby, which can be visited together. 💡 Travel Notes 🎫 Tickets: 40 yuan (free with Suzhou Garden Annual Pass) 🕒 Time: 8:30 am–5:00 pm (last entry at 4:30 pm) 🚇 Transportation: Metro Line 3, Shihu North Station, Exit 1a + 8-minute bike ride 🚗 Parking: East Gate parking lot, 10 yuan/day (arrival before 9:00 am recommended on weekends)

｜2025 Live! ⑥ Recommended places for viewing plum blossoms! ! . The plum blossoms are now in their best viewing period. If you miss them, you will have to wait until next year. Take action this weekend! ! ! [One] Art Garden (Pictures 1 and 11) The plum blossoms are very artistic, highly recommended! [Two] Qiuxiang Garden (Pictures 2 and 4) The earliest plum blossoms in Suzhou, a small park with few people and free admission [Three] Shangfangshan National Forest Park (Pictures 3 and 12) There are two super large plum forests. The plum garden inside is very good for taking photos, especially for portraits. The camellia under the big Buddha is also in bloom [Four] Beisi Pagoda (Pictures 5 and 18) The largest plum blossom waterfall in Suzhou! ! ! Very good film! Go in the morning or evening, the light is soft [Five] Xinshi Bridge (Figure 6) Free treasure park in the city! ! A large area of ​​plum trees have bloomed [Six] Canglang Pavilion (Figure 7) Limited to oriental aesthetics, framed plum blossoms [Seven] Lion Grove (Figure 8) "Suzhou-style romance" hidden in the flower windows of the garden [Eight] Yiyuan (Figures 9, 13) If you are lucky, you can also take pictures of cats and plum blossoms in the same frame [Nine] Keyuan (Figures 10, 15) Suzhou gardens with academy as the theme~ Plum blossoms are planted in front of Yiqing Hall and Xuegu Hall. The Chinese flower windows shade the branches of red plum blossoms, like a natural Chinese painting [One][Zero] Couple Garden (Figure 14) I took this photo. I took it last week. It should be in full bloom on the weekend. There is also a small plum forest at the exit [One][One] East Garden (Figure 16) The wall of Couple Garden, the plum blossoms of East Garden, East Garden is my favorite park to spend time when I am resting, especially when the sun sets. In addition, the camellias in the East Garden are now in bloom. [One][Two] Baitang Ecological Botanical Garden (Figure 17) The island is divided into four seasons. The plum blossoms on the Spring Island are now in full bloom, and there is a long row of camellias on the Winter Island that can be photographed. In addition, there are plum blossoms in the [One][Three] Humble Administrator's Garden and [One][Four] Master of the Nets Garden in the city. A little further away, there are plum blossoms in [One][Five] Huangqiao Plum Park and [One][Six] Xiaoxia Bay.

Suzhou: A Dreamy Invitation to the Past and Present "Visit Suzhou, where every home is by the river." With dreams of the water towns of Jiangnan, I stepped into Suzhou and began a wonderful journey through the past and present. Gardens: A Poetic World in a Small Space Entering the Humble Administrator's Garden is like stepping into a slowly unfolding ink painting. The paths wind through pavilions and towers, with a new scene at every step. In front of the Yuanxiang Hall, lotus leaves and flowers sway in the breeze, filling the air with a refreshing fragrance. Walking along the corridor, the Canglang Pavilion is simple and elegant, surrounded by green water and swaying bamboo, as if you can hear the laughter of ancient poets and painters. Climbing the Jianshan Tower, you can see the lake and mountains, with pavilions, rockeries, and ponds complementing each other. Suzhou gardens are a reflection of history and culture. The Humble Administrator's Garden is built by the water, with a delicate layout that showcases the gentle beauty of Jiangnan. The Lingering Garden's Guanyun Peak, with its unique shape of thin, leaky, transparent, and wrinkled, is the highlight of the garden, a perfect blend of nature and ancient aesthetics. Ancient Streets: A Long Scroll of Life As night falls, the lights of Shantang Street shine like a galaxy on the land of Suzhou. Walking along the stone road, you can find traditional handicraft shops and food stalls. The sound of Suzhou Pingtan, with its soft Wu dialect, lingers in the air, as if you have traveled back in time. Pingjiang Road Historic District is peaceful and serene. The white walls and black tiles of the houses are reflected in the river, with ancient bridges and willows. Time slows down here, and people live leisurely. Entering a teahouse, you can order a cup of Biluochun, watch the tea leaves float and unfold in the water, and take a sip, letting the fragrance intoxicate you. Modern Landmarks: A New Chapter of Innovation and Vitality Suzhou Industrial Park showcases the charm of modern architecture and technology. The towering Gate of the Orient is unique, like a time-space gate connecting the past and future. Standing by Jinji Lake, the breeze blows, the water sparkles, and the skyscrapers on the other side are brightly lit, reflecting in the lake. Suzhou is a city that perfectly blends a thousand years of heritage with modern vitality. Every visit is a visual feast and a spiritual cleansing.

In late autumn, the cosmos flowers bloom in the Suzhou Shangfang Mountain National Forest Park, and the leaves of different species of trees, such as metasequoia, natalie, American red maple, ash, and pistacia chinensis, change into various colors. The flowers, leaves, and fruits are colorful and diverse, interweaving into a colorful oil painting. The "Autumn Fun, Super Relaxed" Shangfang Mountain Autumn Viewing Theme Event is held in the park at the same time, with rich content such as the "Autumn Fun" market, "Autumn Picking" running group, and fallen leaves check-in. Take a walk to Shangfang Mountain and don't miss this beautiful season of orange and green.

Suzhou Shangfang Mountain National Park | A perfect blend of nature and culture Hey guys, today I want to recommend Suzhou Shangfang Mountain National Park to you. 😍 This is a natural scenic area that combines Wu and Yue relics with the pastoral landscape of Jiangnan. It has a long history. During the Spring and Autumn Period, it was a place for the nobles of the Wu Kingdom to hunt and worship. During the Song, Ming, and Qing Dynasties, many famous scholars built villas and lived in seclusion here. There are many famous attractions in the park, such as the Lengjia Pagoda built in the Northern Song Dynasty, the Qianlong Imperial Road where Kangxi and Qianlong went on their southern tours, and the Zhiping Temple built in the second year of the Tianjian period of the Southern Liang Dynasty. Each place carries profound historical and cultural connotations. The natural scenery is also unique, with a forest coverage rate of over 95%, like a green natural oxygen bar. In spring, the Hundred Flowers Festival is held, and more than 100 kinds of flowers, such as azaleas and camellias, bloom, making it look like a painting. In autumn, the forest is dyed in layers, which is also very charming. There are also cute wild macaques here, which add a lot of vitality to the park, but please keep your distance and do not feed them. The ticket price is CNY 40, and the opening hours are 07:30-17:00. The transportation is also very convenient, about 4 km from the city center. Whether you want to experience history and culture or enjoy the natural scenery, Shangfang Mountain National Park is an excellent choice. Go with your friends! 💕

2024/11/5(2024/11/5) Suzhou Shangfang Mountain Scenic Area is a green oasis in the city, with dense vegetation and a tranquil environment. We recommend you take a stroll along: 1. Qianlong Imperial Road: Enjoy the fresh air and peaceful atmosphere. 2. Shifo Temple: The ancient temple ruins hidden in the mountains and forests. 3. Lengjia Pagoda Courtyard: The towering Lengjia Pagoda has a long history and is a popular place of worship. The Buddha statues inside are lifelike, making it a great place to pray and make wishes. Lengjia Pagoda Courtyard: The Lengjia Pagoda in the courtyard towers into the clouds. 4. Baihua Caotang: A paradise for flower lovers, with a variety of exotic flowers and plants competing for attention. You can enjoy the beauty of various flowers and feel the charm of nature. 5. Zhiping Temple: Built in 503 AD. 6. Wanghu Tower: A landmark building in Suzhou. 7. Jin Guang Maitreya, etc. Dining options include Chanyu Jiangnan, Wuyue Rongji, etc. It is an excellent leisure destination for the elderly.

There is a place in Suzhou that not only has the misty rain of the south, but also the ruggedness of the north; it has the tenderness of the south, and the boldness of the north. This place is Shangfangshan Forest Park in Suzhou. In spring, you can enjoy cherry blossoms and azaleas here; in summer, you can escape the heat here; in autumn, you can feel the golden ginkgo leaves here; in winter, you can enjoy the snow scene here. Not only is there natural scenery here, but also human history. The place where King Fucha of Wu in the Spring and Autumn Period dug for the beauty Xishi to train sailors has a history of more than two thousand years. There is also the only large zoo in Suzhou, where you can have close contact with animals. Do you want to come to such a Shangfangshan? Follow me and I will show you more of Suzhou!

🎈Guys, autumn has quietly arrived, and Shangfangshan National Forest Park is like a golden fairy tale world.🍁🌳 🌳Starting from the main entrance, you will be greeted by a quiet forest path, with trees on both sides like guardians of the forest, leading you into this mysterious land. Walking along the path, you will soon see the "Golden Buddha". Although the cable car is out of service, hiking can make you feel the coolness of autumn and the intimacy with nature. Continue your adventure, the Lengjia Tower of the Song Dynasty stands quietly in the distance. It is a witness to history and an important landmark on the journey. Stop by the tower for a moment, let your heart dialogue with history, and then head to the Peacock Garden, where the peacocks spread their tails like the most brilliant welcome gift of autumn. Finally, spread out a picnic blanket on the large lawn in the park and enjoy an autumn picnic, letting your body and mind completely relax in nature.😎 💡Here comes the practical information. Ticket prices start at 40 yuan for adults, which may vary depending on the season and activities. The opening hours are 07:30 - 17:00 all year round. It is recommended to check the latest information in advance.🚌You can take bus No. 415 or 505 to Shangfangshan National Forest Park Station, or take bus No. 602, 504, 306, 512, 318, or 309 to Xuefu Huayuan Station, and transfer to bus No. 415 or walk to the scenic spot.🚗If you are driving, Shangfangshan National Forest Park is located on the west side of Suzhou City. There is a parking lot in the park. I was deeply impressed when I visited here last time.😃The golden scenery, the long history, and the feeling of being close to nature are simply wonderful. This autumn, Shangfangshan National Forest Park awaits you to unveil its golden veil and experience the whispers of autumn.🍂🌟

I have been waiting for you under the tree of time for a long time, and the mundane world has been entangled with me, slandered me, and laughed at me, and my hair has turned white. Suzhou's autumn colors have reached their peak. This morning I went to Shangfangshan Zhiping Temple to take pictures of the ginkgo. How could I miss a beautiful "big flower" shining in the sun? Such a beautiful world... About taking photos: There were not many people when I went there in the morning. Compared to Tianpingshan, Zhiping Temple has fewer people. Cameras and airplanes can take pictures, and mobile phones can also take great pictures! Tips Other autumn scenery recommendations in Suzhou: 1. Daoqian Street Ginkgo 2. Saionji Ginkgo Tree 3. Tianping Mountain Maple Leaves 4. Taiping Temple Ginkgo 5. Zijin Temple Ginkgo5. Zijin Temple Ginkgo 6. Beisi Tower Persimmon and Ginkgo 7. Maple Leaves in Humble Administrator's Garden 8. Maple Leaf Art Garden 9. Maple and ginkgo leaves in Liuyuan Garden 10. Maple and ginkgo leaves in Huqiu 11. Metasequoia in Huqiu Wetland Park 12. Metasequoia in Bailu Garden, Dushu Lake 13. Metasequoia in Shilixitang 14. Maple Leaf Maple Bridge Road, Hanshan Temple 15. Maple leaves at Huanxiu Villa 16. Metasequoia glyptostroboides at Shanghu 17. Maple leaves in Yushan Park 18. Maple leaves in Xingfu Zen Temple Hi, I’m Nan Nan. This article is included in the “Suzhou Travel Collection”. As a local photographer, I always want to go to these places. I strongly recommend them. Recommended place, if you like Suzhou, you can like and collect it, the autumn colors are already Intense and colorful, don't miss it!

Suzhou Shangfangshan National Forest Park is located within the national-level Taihu Lake Scenic Area, about 4 kilometers from the city center. As the core area of the Stone Lake Scenic Spot, it boasts unique natural resources and tourism conditions. It is known for its Wu-Yue historical sites and the pastoral scenery of the Jiangnan water towns, with a wealth of natural landscapes and cultural history. It is a national AAAA-level tourist attraction that integrates ecology, sightseeing, leisure, and science education. The park currently has 124 families, 305 genera, and 465 species of plants, with dense vegetation and lush forests, and a forest coverage rate of over 95%; it has more than 20 famous scenic spots such as the Lengjia Pagoda, Baijiaotai, Qianlong Imperial Path, Zhiping Temple, Stone Lake Thatched Cottage, Stone Buddha Temple, Fan Chengda Ancestral Hall, and Yuegong Well. There are both over 2500 years of Wu-Yue historical sites to explore and refined events of emperors, generals, scholars, and literati to discover. Combining modern ecological tourism concepts and the unique resources of the scenic area, the park has launched two major event brands, 'Flower Festival' and 'Stone Lake Stringing the Moon.' Featuring creative floral landscapes and interactive experiences with visitors, these events highlight the advantages of natural landscapes and healthy ecology. They introduce trendy technology, creative arrangements, and specialty foods to create an atmosphere of 'getting close to nature and happy family time,' satisfying tourists' comprehensive needs for sightseeing, leisure, and science education.

Suzhou Shangfang Mountain Travel Guide First, Going to Shangfang Mountain 1. Address: Suzhou Shangfang Mountain National Forest Park 2. Admission: 40 yuan, free for garden card holders Second, Transportation 1. Subway: Take Line 3 to Shihu North Station, depart from the 1A southeast exit, and walk about 1.3 kilometers to reach the scenic area 2. Bus: Take bus No. 415 or 505 to Shangfang Mountain Forest Park Station, get off and walk more than 100 meters to arrive 3. Parking: 6 yuan per hour, it is recommended not to drive there, as parking spaces are tight and prone to traffic jams Third, Best Time to Visit and Flower Blooming Forecast 1. March–May: Apricot, peach, Oshima cherry, Somei Yoshino, tulip, crabapple, purple-leaf plum, weeping crabapple, pear, rapeseed, beauty plum, hydrangea, viburnum, American black plum, sargent cherry, syringa, kerria, crape myrtle, daffodil 2. April–May: Ganshan cherry, purple jacaranda, peony, splendid azalea, diamond-shaped chrysanthemum, wisteria, double yellow frangipani, michelia, peony Fourth, Tips for Visiting 1. Choose clear weather for travel to take more beautiful photos 2. The forest park is connected to Shangfang Mountain Zoo, and both can be visited, but tickets must be purchased separately 3. There are food markets, outdoor barbecues, and children's play areas in the park Fifth, Other Information 1. Free entry to the garden with a garden card, and you can take the park train directly to the zoo 2. A green travel experience is better, avoid driving there

Today's weather is 26 degrees! It's really hot! And there are so many people today! But Shangfang Mountain is really! So! Beautiful! It's worth the special trip from Shanghai by high-speed train! Huge swaths of cherry blossoms, tulips! Fields of marigolds and so many, many, many flowers~ It's no wonder it's called the 'Flower Festival!' There are also many elementary school students out for a spring outing! So cute! Really, spring has arrived! Families! You must come out and play! It really lifts your spirits! But if it's too hot, be sure to stay cool! I walked 13,000 steps today and took several breaks along the way! Be sure to bring some food and drinks to replenish your energy, otherwise, how would you have the strength to take photos! Shangfang Mountain National Forest Park Suzhou

After the May Day holiday, avoid the crowds and visit the 2024 Suzhou Flower Show at Shangfangshan Forest Park. The flower show is set at the foot of the mountain, inside the Suzhou Botanical Garden. It feels like various beautiful grasses and flowers make up the flower borders, which are very artistic. There is a detailed text description in front of each work, introducing the design concept. It's quite worth seeing.

🌳✨ Shangfang Mountain in Suzhou, a natural park hidden in the pastoral scenery of the Jiangnan water towns, is filled with the mysterious charm of Wu and Yue relics. Here, the mountains and waters depend on each other, resembling a flowing scroll, and it is known as the 'Best Scenery in Wu'. 🌄🏞️ 🌲🌳 This is a national forest park, covering an area of 500 hectares, with a forest coverage rate of over 95%. Imagine towering pines, gardens full of flowers and fruits, dense vegetation, and lush woods, as if you are in a natural oxygen bar. 🍃🌺 💰 The ticket price is super affordable! The adult ticket is only 40 yuan per person, while children, students, and seniors only need to pay 20 yuan per person. The ticket purchasing method is also very convenient, you can choose online real-name time-slot reservation or offline purchase. 💳🎫 🕘🕙 The park is open from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Sunday, for visitors to enjoy. 🌞🌛 📍 The address is located at No. 47 Wuyue Road, Huqiu District, Suzhou City, with very convenient transportation. 🚗🚇🚌 🚗 For friends who are driving, navigate to the parking lot of Shangfang Mountain National Forest Park (next to the Shihu Scenic Area Management Office, the area is quite large, and there are generally parking spaces available), and then walk to the southeast gate of the park. 🅿️🚶‍♂️ 🚇 For friends taking the subway, you can take Subway Line 3 to Shilu North Station—Exit 1a Southeast, and walk 1.3 kilometers to the scenic area. 🚇🚶‍♀️ 🚌 For friends taking the bus, take bus 415/505 to Shangfang Mountain Forest Park Station, and walk more than 100 meters to arrive. 🚌🚶‍♂️ Come to Shangfang Mountain in Suzhou and experience the beauty of this fusion of nature and history! 🏞️🌳✨

👭 Sisters, hurry up and take pictures 📸!! The cherry blossoms 🌸 are all in full bloom! Tulips 🌷 are everywhere and super beautiful! You can spend a lot of time just taking photos at the entrance 🥰 🛠️ 💛 Flower Festival Time: March 23rd - May 12th 📍 Location: Inside Shangfangshan National Forest Park, Suzhou 🎫 Ticket: Full price 40, half price 20 (for children over 1.4m tall and seniors aged 60-70), free for children under 1.4m and seniors over 70 In addition to cherry blossoms and tulips 🌷, more than 1000 varieties of flowers are on display, covering over 10,000 square meters of dazzling flower seas‼️ Be careful with your food as there might be monkeys on the mountain, and peacocks 🦚 will spread their feathers, which is very beautiful ✨ The mountain is not high, 92 meters, making it very suitable for bringing kids, and for friends 👭 and couples to visit~ Getting close to nature is truly healing ✔️ Instantly relieve stress 🌿 Spring is the time to visit parks 🎀

Suzhou Shangfangshan Forest Park is located within the famous national Taihu Lake Scenic Area's Shihu Scenic Spot, 4 kilometers from the center of Suzhou city. It is a natural park that wins with the relics of Wu and Yue and the pastoral scenery of the Jiangnan water towns. With mountains and waters depending on each other, the scenery is picturesque, and there are beautiful spots everywhere. It is known as the 'Wu Zhong Victory Scenery' and is a dazzling pearl in the Taihu Lake Scenic Area. In 1992, it was approved by the Ministry of Forestry as a national-level forest park. Suzhou Shangfangshan Forest Park is an ideal place for barbecue and camping, and every year during a specific season, a flower festival is held with a wide variety of flowers, which is quite fascinating.

🌸🌺🌼 Suzhou Floral Feast: Flower Festival 🌼🌺🌸 Ah! The much-anticipated "Suzhou Flower Festival" has finally arrived!!! 📆 Event Date: March 23rd - May 12th Location: Inside Suzhou Shangfangshan National Forest Park 🎟️ Ticket: Full price 40 yuan, half price 20 yuan (for children over 1.4 meters and seniors aged 60-70), free for children under 1.4 meters and seniors over 70 🌷 Highlights: Showcasing over 1000 new and superior flower varieties, more than ten thousand square meters of splendid floral sea Reminder: When taking photos, you can bring a folding stool, and please take care of the flowers and trees Beware of monkeys, keep food carefully stored 🦋 Bloom Forecast: 👉🏻 Late March: Apricot blossoms, peach blossoms, Oshima cherry, tulips, etc. 👉🏻 Early to mid-April: Kanzan cherry, peony, wisteria, etc. 🌿 Travel Suggestions: Climb westward from the Golden Buddha to reach the highest point of Shangfangshan, where you can admire the Sui Dynasty architecture "Lengjia Pagoda," and rest on the lawn when descending the mountain 💐 Endless Fun: Peacock garden, boat rides, grassland picnics, tent camping, and other activities There are many peacocks in the peacock garden, where you can watch their display, boat rides cost 50 yuan for half an hour Take Metro Line 3 to Shihu North Station - 1a Southeast exit, walk to the scenic area; take bus 415/505 to Shangfangshan Forest Park Station 🅿️ Parking: Parking lots available nearby Explore the Flower Festival, enjoy the floral feast, and create beautiful memories! 🌸🌺🌼

This is the romance of spring! The Hundred Flowers Festival on Shangfang Mountain is like accidentally entering Monet's garden. It's as if you've stepped into a world of oil paintings, stunning throughout the entire spring. Every casual snapshot is beautiful! Icelandic poppies, February orchids, daisies, surrounded by a sea of flowers. Tulips amidst them, it's like dreaming of walking into Monet's paintings! The flowers are currently in full bloom, magnificent. Or the cherry blossoms, tulips, crabapples, and peach blossoms that are blooming right now. Going for a picnic, flower viewing, hiking, it's truly enjoyable. Suzhou Shangfangshan Forest Park Close to the Shihu North Station on Metro Line 3 7:30-17:00 🎫40 yuan

I had two hours of rest at noon, and after a quick lunch, I hurried to Shangfang Mountain, just in time for the Flower Festival. It seems that every year's Flower Festival has the same things: tulips, windmills, and cherry blossoms, but these are enough! Only then did I realize that the phrase 'falling petals are profusely scattered' is indeed true. The petals of peach blossoms, cherry blossoms, and red plum blossoms falling into the grass create that 'pity-inspiring' scene. I feel sorry for the petals that fall and turn into mud, yet I marvel at the carpet of flowers spread on the ground. Ticket price: 30 online, facial recognition with a garden card for entry, connected to the zoo, which requires a separate ticket Address: Next to Shi Lake, can be visited together with Shi Lake

Shangfangshan is located in the southwestern suburbs of Suzhou, northwest of Shi Lake, as the northeastern spur of the Qizi Mountains, with an elevation of 92.6 meters. Situated in Hengtang Street, Huqiu District, it is a scenic area that integrates ecology, tourism, leisure, and science education. Shangfangshan has established the Shangfangshan National Forest Park, an important part of the Shi Lake scenic area. Located in the subtropical monsoon marine climate zone, the forest coverage rate exceeds 95%. There are 465 species of plants from 124 families and 205 genera, including more than 20 attractions such as the Lengjia Pagoda, Baijiao Platform, Qianlong Imperial Path, Zhiping Temple, Shi Lake Thatched Cottage, Stone Buddha Temple, Fan Chengda Shrine, and Yue Gong Well. To reach Shangfangshan, one can take buses 415, 505, 415 interval, 505 peak, Holiday Special Line 3, or Holiday Line 5.

To take pictures of tulips and cherry blossoms, I unexpectedly encountered a large wall of hydrangeas. It really has such a great atmosphere. Especially good for taking pictures! Not all the flowers are blooming yet, but when all the flowers bloom together, what a grand sight that will be? Address: Shangfang Mountain Forest Park Subway: Metro Line 3, Shihu North 1B Exit Ticket: 40 yuan (free with a garden card) Date of Photography: 2024.3.24

The 2024 Suzhou Flower Show (Shangfang Mountain Flower Festival) is themed 'Nature Sharing, Garden Symphony' and is exhibited in the Shangfang Mountain National Forest Park in Suzhou. In March, the Shangfang Mountain National Forest Park is blooming with over a hundred varieties of flowers including apricot, cherry, peach, pear, and crabapple blossoms, sequentially opening their petals. Tulips, daffodils, and squills among other bulbous and tuberous flowers offer a diverse array, with vivid colors. Over 50,000 tulips will present themselves in various charming postures; in front of the Hundred Flowers Pavilion, a three-dimensional flower wall made up of hydrangeas resembles a dazzling waterfall..., the entire park seems to be immersed in a sea of flowers, bringing an endless visual feast to visitors.

The Shangfangshan this spring is absolutely stunning! Two more walls of hydrangeas have been added! I almost thought I had arrived at the Camellia Hill in Jeju Island, waiting for the hydrangeas to bloom in April and May, which might be even more beautiful! Suzhou Shangfangshan National Forest Park is located within the national-level Taihu Lake Scenic Area's Shihu Scenic Area, 4 kilometers from the center of Suzhou City. It is a natural park that wins with the relics of Wu and Yue and the pastoral scenery of the Jiangnan water town. With mountains and waters depending on each other, the scenery is picturesque, and there are scenic spots everywhere, known as the 'Best Scenery in Wuzhong', it is a dazzling pearl in the Taihu Lake Scenic Area. The park consists of the main scenic area, the sightseeing orchard area, and the forest recreation area. The main scenic area contains more than twenty famous scenic spots such as Lengjia Pagoda, Baijiao Platform, Yuegong Well, Qianlong Imperial Path, Wuyue Ancient City Wall, Zhiping Temple, Chamoyu, Shihu Thatched Cottage, and Beacon Tower. There are 2,500-year-old relics of Wu and Yue from the Spring and Autumn period to explore, elegant affairs of emperors, generals, and literati from past dynasties to seek, and rare animals and botanical gardens to visit and admire. The scenic area has restored ancient buildings such as Lengjia Temple, Baoji Temple, and Zhiping Temple from 1,500 years ago, forming a whole with the upper, middle, and lower courtyards of Shangfangshan. Transportation Information Rail Transit Take the rail transit Line 3 to 'Shihu North Station', get off and take the Shangfangshan special line at the Kehua Road Yuhu Street bus station to reach Bus Shangfangshan Forest Park: Routes 415, 505, Holiday Special Line 3, Holiday Line 5 Self-driving From Shanghai, Nanjing direction: Shanghai-Nanjing Expressway (towards Suzhou) to Suzhou Ring Expressway to Shihu Interchange, take Youxin Road - Baodai West Road to Shihu Bridge, take Wuyue Road to the scenic area. From Hangzhou direction: Suzhou-Jiaxing-Hangzhou Expressway (towards Suzhou) - Exit at Suzhou City exit, slightly turn right into Suzhou City Interchange - South Ring Expressway west to Sufu Road exit - Tieshi Road - Keyuan Road - Wuyue Road - Scenic area. Opening Hours: 7:00-16:30 (August-October); 7:00-16:30 (November-next July) Ticket Price: Peak season 45 yuan (August-October); Off-season 40 yuan (November-next July) Location: No. 47 Hengyue Road, Huqiu District, Suzhou City Suzhou Shangfangshan National Forest Park

🔔Spring in Suzhou belongs to the Shangfangshan Flower Festival! You can't miss out on flowers in spring, and you definitely can't miss the flower festival at Shangfangshan. This is where spring belongs to the flowers, with pink cherry blossoms🌸, purple February orchids, red crabapple flowers, golden rapeseed flowers, and tulips🌷 that look like oil paintings. ⭕Opening hours: 07:00–16:30 👉Suzhou Shangfangshan Forest Park🌷🌸🅿️Address: No. 47 Wuyue Road, Huqiu District, Suzhou City 🚇Subway🚇: Line 2 Shilu StationPanli Road, transfer to Line 3 to Shihu North (then about a 15-minute walk) 🚕Taxi🚙: About 20 minutes (if there is no traffic) 🎫Tickets🎫: Adult ticket 40💰Student ticket 20💰 The best time to view the flowers is early March for plum blossoms, and mid to late March for cherry blossoms, tulips, and crabapple flowers. ⛺️The park is large, and if possible, bring a camping tent or picnic mat to enjoy a whole day of splendid springtime under the cherry trees. Besides admiring the flowers, there are many other fun places in Shangfangshan, such as the food market, outdoor barbecue, simple meals🍱tea drinks, and leisure camping⛺️, etc. 📝Note tips: ✅The early cherry blossoms have bloomed and are very beautiful, the tulips have not yet bloomed, and are expected to open around mid-March. ✅For outings, wear light colors for better photos, and remember to wear comfortable shoes👟

🌷 Already looking forward to spring! March in Suzhou is the romantic cherry blossom🌸 season · 🕐 Suggested viewing time: Mid-March to Mid-April · 1️⃣ Suzhou Shangfangshan National Forest Park · 🔸 The cherry blossoms at Shangfangshan are probably the largest cherry blossom forest in Suzhou, with more than two thousand cherry trees🌳. Both the early cherry blossoms in March and the late cherry blossoms in May are worth a visit～ · 💰 Ticket price: 40r · 📍 Address: No. 47, Hengyue Road, Hengtang Town, Wuzhong District · 2️⃣ Suzhou Xishan Island Shigongshan Scenic Area · 🔸 The mountain range with an altitude of 50 meters, with pavilions, towers, and bizarre rocks on the mountain, the scenic area is planted with 🌸 Somei Yoshino cherry trees, romantic cherry blossoms paired with the quaint Shigong Mountain · 💰 Ticket price: 50r · 📍 Address: No. 168, Shigong Road, Jinting Town, Wuzhong District · 3️⃣ Taihu National Wetland Park · 🔸 The cherry blossom sea in the wetland park covers an area of 6000㎡, full of spring, and when the spring breeze blows, the air is filled with cherry blossom rain🌸 · 💰 Ticket price: 50r · 📍 Address: No. 1, Xiupin Street, Huqiu District, Suzhou City · 4️⃣ Qionglong Mountain · 🔸 At the Maopengwu in Sun Wu Culture Park of Qionglong Mountain, early cherry blossoms appear in early April every year, and there is also a large cherry blossom forest🌸 · 💰 Ticket price: 80r · 📍 Address: Qionglong Mountain Scenic Area, Songhai Road, Cangshu Town, Wuzhong District, Suzhou City . 5️⃣ Suzhou Cherry Blossom Avenue · 🔸 The hottest cherry blossom check-in spot in Suzhou🔥, with trams🚉, overpasses, and Cherry Blossom Avenue... It's like being in a scene from a Miyazaki anime～ · 💰 Ticket price: 0r · 📍 Address: Beside Taihu Avenue in the High-Tech Zone (near Tram Line 1 Longkang Road Station and Xiugan Station) · 6️⃣ Exit 3 of Binhe Road Station on Metro Line 1 · 🔸 Standing on the elevator at the exit🚏, you can see the white cherry trees outside the platform, blue sky and white clouds☁, great for taking photos · 💰 Ticket price: 0r · 📍 Address: Intersection of Binhe Road and Dengwei Road, Huqiu District

Fireworks of March in Suzhou😜, Suzhou in March is as beautiful as a painting🌺~ Take a look at the flowers of March😃? Remember to mark these flower sea spots📷!! - 1️⃣Plum Blossoms The plum blossoms have recently reached their full bloom😀~ 📍Keyuan Garden🎀 📍Canglang Pavilion😃 📍Shangfang Mountain Forest Park🌳 📍Yipu Garden😉 📍Yiyuan Garden🤗 ⏰: Late February — Early March - 2️⃣Magnolia I love magnolias😍, but they fall easily and have a short blooming period~ 📍Wangshi Garden🙂 📍Shuangta Temple😄 📍Ou Garden😆 📍Zhuozheng Garden🤩 📍Lingering Garden😇 📍Intersection of Nisheng Square and Phoenix Square🤓 📍Qu Garden😛 ⏰: Early March — Around mid-March - 3️⃣Tulips🌷 📍Shangfang Mountain National Forest Park💐 📍Suzhou Park🌸 ⏰: Mid to late March - 4️⃣Cherry Blossoms🌸 📍Shangfang Mountain Forest Park🌳 📍Xiugan Station (High-tech Zone)😜 📍Tandong Village😝 📍Tongguanyin Temple🙂 ⏰: End of March to early April - 5️⃣Hydrangeas 📍Canglang Pavilion😃 📍Yangcheng Lake Lotus Pond Park🥰 ⏰: End of March — Early April - 6️⃣Rapeseed Flowers💛 📍Lindu Nuan Village😄 📍Yangcheng Lake Shuize Road🤗 📍Tongli Beilian Village🤩 ⏰: Mid-March - 7️⃣Pear Blossoms 📍Shushan😉 📍Dongsha Lake Park🤓 ⏰: End of March - 8️⃣Red Kapok 📍Daichengqiao Xiaotang😆 📍Huangfeiji🙂 ⏰: End of March — Early April - 9️⃣Camellias 📍Lingering Garden🤩 📍Ou Garden😝 📍Canglang Pavilion🥰 ⏰: Anytime - 🔟Chinese Flowering Crabapples 📍Zhuozheng Garden😄 📍Yiyuan Garden😉 ⏰: Anytime That's the flower viewing guide for Suzhou in March😁, remember to enjoy them according to their blooming period~🌸🌼🌻