Pavilion Xiahu

Ningbo, this beautiful city, is far from a 'desert' when it comes to tourism. On the contrary, it hides an astonishingly lesser-known travel route that seems to transport you into the fairyland of Xinjiang. The streams babble, the tidal flats are vast, and the ancient mountain paths wind and twist, forming a vivid tapestry. What's more delightful is that the area is less crowded and scenically beautiful, providing an excellent destination for self-driving enthusiasts from the Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai region. Imagine, during the leisure time of the May Day holiday, driving along this route as if traversing the great prairies of Xinjiang, feeling the tranquility and freedom. Every step is full of surprises, and every spot is memorable. This is not just a trip, but a purification of the soul, an intimate encounter with nature. So, don't hesitate! Hurry up and plan your May Day itinerary, and let this off-the-beaten-path travel route become a wonderful memory of your holiday. Trust me, it will be a special healing journey that allows you to find a moment of peace and beauty amidst a busy life. 🕹Location: Navigate to Aodi Village - Tingxia Lake Ps: This area is a drinking water protection zone that has not been developed. Please remember to take your trash with you and take good care of the environment.

Dakka Pavilion Lake is located five kilometers from Xikou Town, Fenghua District, a historically renowned town known far and wide. To the south, it neighbors the scenic Shanyin Jiuqu, once hailed as the 'finest scenery in central Yue', and to the north, it connects with the famous Maitreya practice site - the ancient Xuedou Temple, the Qianzhang Waterfall, and the Xu Fu Immortal Realm, among other attractions. The lake features misty mountains and water hues, heavenly light and clouds, winding shores and arrayed isles, and the frequent appearance of picturesque reflections, earning it the reputation of the 'Pearl of East Zhejiang'. It is one of the three major scenic systems of the national-level Xuedou Mountain Scenic Area.

The breathtaking scenery is right here in Ningbo🧎🏻‍♀️ A straight path leads there with no need to turn back In the season of bursting vitality I was healed by these two hidden gems✌🏻 Unlock🔒 Tingxia Lake Direct navigation ✔︎Many people stop to take photos, be careful with parking safety ✔︎There is a small path down, about a 7-8 minute walk🕐 Lots of plants around, beware of mosquitoes ✔︎Round trip plus photo time is about 40-60min, you can also park by the road to take photos, solid-colored clothes are more photogenic📷 It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes👟 The scenery is absolutely stunning, but camping is not allowed (there are management personnel), Tingxia Lake is a place where you can stroll for hours without getting tired~🍃Beautiful scenery heals everything At first glance, the beauty seems unreal, as if this place is not Ningbo, the lake water is crystal clear🌊 Various shapes of rocks are scattered among them🪨 The temperature in April is just right, holding an umbrella you can stroll for an afternoon☔️ Ancient bridges are in ruins, sheep in pairs, wildflowers in full bloom🌸 The metasequoia trees are lush... It's impossible to resist this refreshing natural scenery, it's quite nice to come here and take photos with sisters and friends Unlock🔓 Xufu Rock About 20min from Tingxia Lake Driving up the mountain road will take you to Xufu Rock, the winding mountain road adds a touch of mystery to Xufu Rock~ The temperature is most comfortable before the summer solstice💨 Cherry blossoms and magnolias are blooming profusely, the scenic area looks like a picture of spring and bright scenery🍀 Forests, streams, green grasslands, come to Xufu Rock, all the beauty of nature is collected💭 On the transparent glass walkway, you can see the waterfall rushing, and when the sun shines on the splashing water, a rainbow appears!🌈 Standing high up, you naturally see further, now there are patches of cherry blossoms in the mountains, some have already turned green, but still look beautiful💛 Flying Ladakh has been really popular lately, how can you not experience it when you're here~ Put on the safety gear and you can start, there are three different difficulty routes to choose from, even beginners can handle it🤌🏻 Recently, there is also a cliff barbecue package, you can enjoy a feast while experiencing a free RV stay🚗 Tickets are also given away, remember to book in advance (available for reservation on the group)

The awe-inspiring 'Little Huangguoshu Waterfall' appears in the deep mountains of Ningbo during the rainy season. The photography is spectacular, and the writing is profound. Cloud Wanderer takes you to discover the beauty of the journey, niche, serene, a place you want to visit again after having been there. — Taking the road less traveled, I found an incredibly beautiful hiking trail and discovered Ningbo's 'Little Huangguoshu Waterfall'. During the rainy season, the water-rich path is continuously fed by streams and waterfalls, with new greenery blossoming, entering the most beautiful moment. — Originally, I was heading to the purple-red Tingxia Lake in Aodi Village, but somehow I turned into a side road. At the first hairpin turn on the Huxi Line (Ni's Bridge, with two or three households), you can park your car and follow the cement mountain road all the way to Ni's Mountain Village. — Location: Ni's Mountain, Huxi Line, Tingxia Lake Reservoir, Ningbo City, Zhejiang Province, hiking navigation to Tingxia Lake 'Ni's Bridge'. — The mountain road is wide enough for driving, winding quietly along the way. Admire the elegant peaks on the right side, and the majestic rock ravines (which are the continuous mountains of Xuekou Xuedou Mountain Qianzhangyan-Sanyintan line, stepping out of the mountains for a full view feels even more impressive), with the sounds of birds and mountain springs incessantly, and azaleas, paulownia, and cherry blossoms appearing from time to time. — Ni's Mountain Village is nearly abandoned, and following the water channel on the right side of the village without stopping, I was led into a stream and discovered a stunningly beautiful group of waterfalls hidden in the mountains. — Because it is hidden in the valley and has three clear pools, it is named Sanyintan. From top to bottom, they are called Upper Sanyintan, Middle Sanyintan, and Lower Sanyintan. The waterfalls, pools, and streams during the water-rich period are called the 'three wonders' of Sanyintan. — The twin waterfalls of Lower Sanyintan are also breathtaking at this time! The waterfall, over 40 meters high, cascades down the cliff, making a loud noise. One is solid and thick like rich nectar, the other is thin like a gauze curtain of water. Standing by the pool, with mist all around, it feels like being in a Chinese ink painting. On the rocks beside the pool, there is an inscription that reads 'Xueshan is famous in the southeast, and you won't see the wonder without reaching Sanyintan'. — The 'Little Huangguoshu Waterfall' should be beyond Sanyintan, located at Lover's Bridge (a rope bridge across the mountain stream), where the view from the bridge is like a miniature version. — The route I took was Ni's Bridge - Yansha - Ni's Mountain Village - Water Channel - Sanyintan - Lover's Bridge loop. In the deep mountain valley, the water-rich stream accompanies you all the way down. Huge rocks stand erect, steep cliffs and deep ravines, moss spots on the rocks, green branches sprawl along the ditches: 'To brew the spring mountain, monk's rooms are built with hollowed bamboo.'

Shaded by lush trees, with verdant grass and fragrant meadows, one can see sheep rushing across the green pastures at a glance... If I weren't in Ningbo, I would really think I had arrived at 'Sailimu Lake'. But this is not 'Sailimu Lake'; this is Ningbo's Tingxia Lake. The water of Yunxi stream flows through Qixiakeng Village and Dong Village before entering Tingxia Lake, then passes through this barren beach. Nourished by the water of Yunxi stream, the barren beach will grow lush green grass🌿 in spring, and bloom with purple knotweed flowers🌺. Due to the abundance of vegetation, villagers will drive their flocks here to graze, creating a natural scroll of 'wind blowing grass low to reveal cattle and sheep'. 🏞️ Tingxia Lake 📍 Address: Aodi Village, Xikou Town, Fenghua District, Ningbo City 🚆 Transportation: Take bus 987 or 988 from Ningbo Railway Station to Xikou Station, then transfer to Fenghua bus 572 or 571-1 to Aodi Village Station, and you can walk to Tingxia Lake. 🎫 Ticket: Free ⏰ Opening hours: 07:30-17:30

| Tingxia Lake. I stumbled upon a green secret haven The place is sparsely populated Wild grass everywhere If you're lucky, you might encounter a flock of little sheep My friends all thought I was in Xinjiang when they saw my Moments!!! No need to envy my friends in Xinjiang anymore Our great Ningbo also has stunning lake views The blue lake surface, the white sheep The green grassland The broken ancient bridge Looking at the photos, it's just like Xinjiang Right now, this place is a sea of purple vetch flowers Large patches of them In autumn, there are tri-colored Instagram-famous trees Surrounding areas also include Sakura Valley, a thousand-year-old village The ancient Tang poetry trail Beautiful scenery in all four seasons Location: Navigate to Aodi Village - Tingxia Lake