Jinghu National Urban Wetland Park

Jinghu National Urban Wetland Park

Jinghu National Urban Wetland Park is a national-level wetland park.

Jinghu National Urban Wetland Park encompasses grasslands, wetlands, lakes, and hills stretching from northern Shaoxing to Hangzhou Bay, with water surfaces and wetlands spanning several square kilometers. It is most beautiful in spring and summer when acres of lotuses are in full bloom, presenting a classic water town scene. The park features hills, water bodies, and large lawns, making it a great spot for a half-day outing with family and friends.

The fully equipped "developed scenic area" mainly consists of Meishan Wetland, where the park’s southern entrance and visitor center are also located. On sunny days, many people fly kites on the large lawns, or hike up Meishan Mountain. Halfway up, there is Benjue Temple, set in a pleasant environment. On the way down, there is a shaded stone path that feels cool and tingly under bare feet in summer. Not far west of Meishan is the Ten-Li Lotus Pond, an ideal summer spot to admire lotuses. The lotus ponds here are naturally beautiful with minimal artificial embellishment, and visitors are usually few, allowing for a quiet appreciation of the scenery. There are agritainment restaurants near the pond, and it’s also a favorite spot for fishing enthusiasts.

The most unique feature of the park is the Baotang (Wave-Sheltering Dyke) of Angsang Lake (犭央犭茶湖), located north of Meishan Wetland. At first glance, the long stone dyke stretches across the lake, with several stone bridges and pavilions in the middle, resembling a towpath. Due to the lake’s vastness, it makes for a more photogenic spot than the one in Keqiao. This stone dyke was built during the Ming Dynasty. When the wind blows, waves form on one side of the dyke while the other remains calm. Boats can enter the wind-sheltered side via the dyke bridge to avoid rough waters.

To visit Angsang Lake, you can take bus 188 and get off at the “Lintou” stop, then walk northward along the waterway to the Bifengtang Farmhouse, which also offers food and fishing. Right behind the farmhouse lies the expansive Angsang Lake.

• A city wetland park perfect for outings. Enjoy the lotuses and fly kites in spring and summer for a relaxing experience.

Address: Jinghu National Urban Wetland Park, Yuecheng District, Shaoxing City

Type: Urban Park Wetland

Recommended Visit Duration: 2–4 hours

Phone: 0575-88247663

Opening Hours: 8:30–17:30

Ticket Information: Boat tickets included. Meishan Route: 45 RMB; Jinghu Route: 60 RMB. Pedal boat (adult, per boat): 60 RMB

Lingzhi Subdistrict: Located in the core area of Jinghu New District — the “urban green heart” of Shaoxing City — Lingzhi Town is home to the municipal administrative center. It borders Paojiang New District to the east, China Textile City to the west, the old urban area of Shaoxing to the south, and Binhai New Town to the north. National Highway 104 North Extension, Xiaoshan-Ningbo Railway, Hangzhou-Ningbo High-Speed Railway, and the Hangzhou-Ningbo Canal all run through the area. In August 2001, the former Lingzhi Township and Meishan Township were merged to form Lingzhi Town. In December 2002, following the establishment of Jinghu New District, 15 villages from the former Qixian Town were also incorporated. The area covers 42.8 square kilometers, comprising 35 administrative villages, 7 neighborhood committees, and 4 communities... More details about Lingzhi Subdistrict ++