Wuxi Changguangxi Wetland Park

Wuxi Changguangxi Wetland Park

Wuxi Changguangxi Wetland Park is a national AAA-level tourist attraction and a national water conservancy scenic area.

Changguangxi Wetland Park is situated in Wuxi Taihu New Town, with Shan Junzhang Mountain and Xuelang Mountain to the west, Taihu Lake to the south, and Li Lake to the north. It acts as an ecological corridor between Taihu Lake and Li Lake, often likened to their “kidney.” The wetland park extends 10 kilometers in length and spans around 260 hectares, of which approximately 80 hectares are water surface. This creates an integrated landscape of hills, wetlands, rivers, and lakes. Since ancient times, it has maintained the natural features of a watery region and a haven for waterbirds. In May 2005, it was among the first nine national urban wetland parks unveiled by China’s Ministry of Construction.

Changguangxi Wetland Park is a freshwater riverine wetland and currently the largest single-area wetland park in Wuxi. The park is home to 288 plant species, 89 bird species across 8 orders and 19 families, and 38 types of aquatic life. The wetland plays a vital role in purifying water quality, nurturing species, and regulating the climate. Protecting the wetland, protecting the Earth, is protecting humanity itself.

Changguangxi Wetland Park is a national-level ecological wetland park that integrates ecology, leisure, science education, and culture. The park makes full use of an ecological water purification system to improve water quality. Shallow-water plants thrive along the streams and lakeshores, while lush greenery covers the wetland, creating a beautiful natural environment. The Shitang Gallery Bridge in the park is one of the iconic landscapes of East Li Lake and is currently the longest gallery bridge in the city that reflects the history and culture of Li Lake with distinctive Jiangnan architectural features. The park also features a wetland science museum, a wetland education interpretation center, a sculpture garden, an open-air stage, and a children’s playground, among other educational and service facilities. These amenities allow visitors to enjoy leisure in the ecological wetland while also receiving cultural enrichment and convenient services.

On the western bank of Changguangxi, rolling peaks are covered with ancient trees, creating a landscape where mountains glow and rivers shine. To the east lies an endless plain with vast green fields and picturesque scenery. Dozens of bridges spanning Changguangxi, such as Shitang Bridge, Hengshan Bridge, Nanquan Bridge, and Wutang Bridge, resemble rainbows lying across the water, connecting the eastern and western land routes. “At the head of Changguangxi, green mash rises; a mountain village sees yellow plums fall overnight. Every household sets nets beneath the willows, as countless white fish come like snow.” In his poem “White Fish Come Like Snow,” Qing Dynasty poet Qin Ying vividly depicted the picturesque scenery of Changguangxi.

Address: No. 352, Jinshi Road, Binhu District, Wuxi

Type: Wetland

Recommended visiting time: 1–2 hours