Shanghai is just an hour's drive away, and in the summer, you must dive into this patch of green

When you think of the outdoors in summer, do you feel the unbearable heat? The place we're talking about today is a great summer outdoor destination. As soon as you enter this wetland forest, you can feel the temperature drop by about 5 degrees Celsius, accompanied by the unique scent of the forest 🌳. We're talking about Tongli National Wetland Park, located in Wujiang, right next to Shanghai. It's just an hour's drive 🚗, and there are other attractions like Jinxi and Zhouzhuang nearby, making it perfect for a weekend getaway. Here are its features: ✅ As a national wetland park, it has a large area, a wide variety of 🌳 plants, and many birds 🦅. It's a great place for science education and bird watching. ✅ There are large areas of lotus flowers 🪷, sunflowers 🌻, bamboo forests, and winding paths, making it a paradise for photography 📷 enthusiasts. ✅ The park has a developed water system, and you can take a boat tour. The boat route is a loop, taking about 15 minutes one way, with beautiful scenery along the way, just like the cover photo. ✅ There are some picking gardens inside where you can pick peaches and pears 🍐 if you like. ✅ If you don't want to walk, you can rent an electric bike at the south gate or take a small train. However, I think walking is fine since the temperature is actually quite pleasant. ✅ At the north gate, there's a forest 🌳 adventure area with swings, a magic net, a seesaw, and interactive insect science exhibits. Here are some tips for your visit: 1️⃣ 🅿️ Parking is free, with lots at both the south and north gates. 2️⃣ The visitor center is at the south gate, where you can also rent small trains and electric bikes. However, the north gate is where the essence of the park is. If you want to rent a bike, go to the south gate; if you just want to stroll, go to the north gate. 3️⃣ There are many mosquitoes and insects in nature, so be sure to take mosquito repellent measures. 4️⃣ There are dining options and vending machines inside, so simple supplies are not a problem. If you want a big meal, you'll have to go outside. 5️⃣ Boat rides are available every half hour, with tickets priced at 40 yuan per person. Alright, that's a lot of chatter. If you want to enjoy outdoor activities in the summer, hurry up and go