Half-Day Tour Guide to Ancient Lotus Pond: The Secret Garden Is So Photogenic!

🎫 Ticket Guide: Adult 💰30 RMB | Students enjoy a half-price discount (15 RMB) ⚠️ Note: Teacher certification no longer grants free admission! ⏰ Opening Hours: 09:00-17:30 (Ticket sales stop at 16:30) We recommend arriving right at 9 AM❗ Mornings have fewer people and softer light, perfect for photos without strangers—every shot looks like a masterpiece📸✨ 🚩 Tips for Visiting: ⏳ Suggested duration: 1.5 hours 🗺️ Recommended route: ① Start by admiring the rockeries and strange stones at the entrance ② Walk around Furong Pond in a full circle ③ Check in at these spots in order: 🌊 Shuixin Pavilion (the prime photo spot!) 📜 Stele Gallery (feel the cultural atmosphere) 📚 Library (a gathering place for literati) 🔜 This route avoids backtracking and is super efficient! 🌟 Nearby Attractions: Right across from Ancient Lotus Pond is the "Zhili Governor's Office" 🏛️ We suggest visiting both on the same day to instantly travel from a royal garden to a Qing Dynasty provincial government office—full of historical vibes👏 💡 Visiting Tips: 1. Bring a sun umbrella/hat (it’s very sunny in summer) 2. Wearing Hanfu makes photos even better 3. You can prepare some fish food to feed the koi in the pond🐟