Hangzhou Botanical Garden

This blogger's guide to Hangzhou's cherry blossom spots is really comprehensive❗️ I'm so happy, the cherry blossoms in the parks around the West Lake are about to bloom~ It is expected that in the next two weeks, the cherry blossoms in Hangzhou will be in full bloom❗️ Summarizing my 6 years of experience in photographing flowers in Hangzhou's spring, I've organized these 30 cherry blossom spots in Hangzhou, save it and call your friends to go take some beautiful cherry blossom photos 📝Key points: Most of them are around the West Lake area, so just by walking along the West Lake you can enjoy the beautiful cherry blossoms~ 0️⃣ Hangzhou Botanical Garden, pink cherry blossoms, already blooming~ 1️⃣ Prince Bay Park, cherry blossoms and tulips bloom together, like in Monet's garden. 2️⃣ Flower Harbor, southern courtyard, small bridges and flowing water, cherry blossoms by the water 3️⃣ Turtle Pool, boats passing by, like a paradise. 4️⃣ Maojiabu, cherry blossoms, butterfly orchids, blooming by the lake, very beautiful 5️⃣ China Tea Museum (Shuangfeng Pavilion Area), Japanese-style thatched houses, as if in Kyoto 6️⃣ Yun Song Book House, cherry blossom rain, the charm of southern gardens 7️⃣ Quyuan Fenghe, cherry blossoms along the water, pretend to be in Kyoto 8️⃣ Manao Temple, cherry blossom rain, southern courtyard. 9️⃣ Children's Park, super romantic cherry blossom steps 🔟 Baita Park, green train, cherry blossom special 1️⃣1️⃣ Changqiao Creek Water Restoration Park, a secluded cherry blossom haven 1️⃣2️⃣ Lakeside Walking Street, cherry blossom avenue, beautiful night cherry blossoms 📝Outside West Lake: - 1️⃣ Liangzhu Cultural Arts Center Big Roof, hundreds of Yoshino cherry trees, cherry blossom market 2️⃣ Sige Cherry Blossom Garden, hundreds of acres of cherry blossom garden, suitable for camping 3️⃣ Binjiang Cherry Blossom Track, 8 kilometers, more than 3000 Yoshino cherry trees 4️⃣ Xinyi Fang Cherry Blossom King, Republic of China cherry trees, hundred years old, super large 5️⃣ Genshan, Hangzhou's local cherry blossom path 6️⃣ Daguan Bridge, super large cherry blossom path under the bridge 7️⃣ Shihui Dam, cherry blossom path under the bridge, few people, 8️⃣ Wulinmen Vientiane Park, one of Hangzhou's earlier blooming cherry blossoms 9️⃣ Wen'er Road Xiaoning Bridge, cherry blossoms by the water, three super large cherry trees 🔟 New World Time Park, same green train, cherry blossom path 1️⃣1️⃣ Alibaba Canteen, cherry blossom canteen 1️⃣2️⃣ China Yard Mengxi Garden, southern garden and cherry blossoms 1️⃣3️⃣ Zhejiang University Zijingang Campus, campus cherry blossoms 1️⃣4️⃣ Gongshu Canal Sports Park, lonely cherry blossom tree 1️⃣5️⃣ Vientiane City, sunken plaza, cherry blossom steps 1️⃣6️⃣ Kerry Center, cherry blossom district - In addition to these 30 frequently visited cherry blossom spots, actually, there are surprises in every corner of Hangzhou's streets and alleys, Hangzhou's cherry blossom season is also super romantic~ -

Hangzhou Botanical Garden is home to a wide variety of plants, ranging from the tall trees of tropical rainforests to the flowers and grasses of cold regions, from water lilies to terrestrial pines and cypresses. With each change of season, the garden turns into a sea of flowers, with colors that vary and resemble beautiful oil paintings. Attraction Information: Address: No.1 Taoyuanling, Xihu District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province Ticket: 10 yuan, free with a park card Opening Hours: 07:00-17:00 Transportation: Take Metro Line 10 to Huanglong Sports Center, then walk about ten minutes to reach the north gate. Direct bus route 278 to Yuquan (Qingzhiwu) Station, walk 100 meters. Travel Tips: 1. Forest Market As soon as you enter the north gate and walk to the left, there is a large lawn where the market is located. The Forest Market is currently being held, so there are many different kinds of green plants. There are also many market activities usually. 2. Azalea Flower Show Coming out of the market, go straight and on the right is the Azalea Flower Show. It is the season for azaleas, and it's as beautiful as a fairyland inside. There are many varieties that are not commonly seen, great for taking photos. 3. Yuquan Fish Viewing If you want to eat fish, you can first visit Yuquan to see the plump bighead carp. They are really big, and the ecological environment of the botanical garden is so good that even the goldfish grow very large. 4. Economic Botanical Garden Walking along this road, you will come to the Economic Botanical Garden. The crape myrtle trees that have not bloomed have smooth trunks and look like high-quality wood. 5. Mulan Mountain Tea Garden If you are tired of walking, head towards the south gate, and right opposite is the Mulan Mountain Tea Garden. Inside, there are red and white camellias, as well as magnolias and broad magnolias. There are few people inside, so you can avoid the weekend crowds. Experience Review: As you stroll through the botanical garden, you will find that shrubs and ground cover every inch of the land here. The greenery is so lush that it makes one feel cool and calm. You can relax your body and mind here and enjoy the beauty of nature. Journey Feelings: Here, you can admire the beauty of nature up close while feeling the tranquil and harmonious atmosphere. Whether it's exercising in the morning, walking at noon, or enjoying the scenery in the evening, Hangzhou Botanical Garden is an excellent choice.

I will really be sad. 👀 Ever since 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon' was released, Hangzhou's bamboo forests have become famous, especially the 'Yunqi Bamboo Path'. In recent years, it has slowly become a niche spot for checking in. And the bamboo forest secret spot recommended today is even more off the beaten path! More secluded! And it even has a stream alongside. Walking here in the evening of a summer day is so comfortable that it's beyond words! This is: Hangzhou Botanical Garden - Bamboo Plant Area 📍Opposite the north gate of Hangzhou Botanical Garden 🎫Free admission 🆓 🕰️Open 24 hours 🚌Bus routes 15/28/82 to 'Yuquan Station' or 'Botanical Garden Station' or 7/27/87/103/197/505 to 'Botanical Garden (Yuquan) Station' ⭐Most people would buy a ticket to visit the botanical garden, but this bamboo forest is free! You can come at any time to feel the freshness of the flowing stream and the long bamboo path. Suddenly, you get the feeling of traveling through ancient times～ ❤️Recommended tour route Lin Fengmian's Former Residence (to receive artistic influence) → Bitaoyuan Teahouse (super popular tree🌲 great for photos) → Bamboo Garden (vast bamboo sea) → Pavilion (thatched roof appearance, resembling Dai style) → Renshou Mountain Trail (bamboo forests on both sides, like a secret realm)

Spring has arrived, and the plum blossoms in Hangzhou are in full bloom, and every casual shot is a beautiful scene. Hangzhou Botanical Garden, with many large plum trees, coupled with some pavilions, towers and pavilions, is very photogenic, with a bit of the charm of Jiangnan in poetry. Travel guide: Hangzhou Botanical Garden (closest to the northwest gate of Yuquan) 10 yuan (free with park card) 7:00~17:00 Bus 15, 28, 82, 278 (Yuquan Qingzhiwu Station) Photo tips The plum blossoms at the entrance bloom earlier, and the inside Pinmei Garden has ancient buildings that are very beautiful to photograph. Use the long-focus plum blossom room eaves to match, simple and more storytelling. Looking up can show the plum tree denser and taller, using the plum blossom foreground from a feeling of exploring spring. Taking pictures of plum blossoms through the window adds a bit of fun.

In ancient Hangzhou, Xixi, Lingfeng, and Gushan were known as the three major spots for plum blossom viewing. The plum blossoms in Xixi can rival the 'Fragrant Snow Sea' of Dengwei in Suzhou in both scale and duration. The plum trees here are often planted along the streams and are famous for their weeping branches. Like willows by the lake, they can 'bend down' to touch the water surface, thus creating the unique Xixi way of enjoying plum blossoms—exploring plum blossoms on the water, and rowing boats to view them. Attraction Information: Location: Xixi Wetland, Hangzhou Ticket: 80 RMB per person (free with a park card or cultural tourism card) Transportation: 1. Take the bus to Zhoujiacun bus station, walk about 153 meters to arrive. 2. Drive to 'Zhoujiacun Parking Lot' 3. Take Metro Line 3 to Xixi Wetland South Exit A, which leads directly to Zhoujiacun entrance Travel Tips: 1. Walking tour No-return route: Xixi Wetland South Metro Station Exit A👉Zhoujiacun Entrance👉Meizhu Mountain Villa👉Xixi Plum Villa👉Xixi Shuige👉Gaozhuang Exit👉Huawu Metro Station Exit A. The plum blossoms in Xixi Wetland are concentrated around Xixi Plum Villa. The whole journey on foot actually takes only about 30 minutes, and with some playing and photo-taking, around 2 hours. 2. Rowing boat tour Xixi Wetland South Metro Station Exit A👉Xixi Wetland Zhoujiacun Entrance👉Zhoujiacun Fisherman's Journey Pier👉Xixi Plum Villa👉Then disembark and walk👉Gaozhuang Exit👉Huawu Metro Station Exit A. 100 RMB/boat/hour, one hour is enough, can seat 6 people Experience Review: Currently, some of the plum blossoms have bloomed, and it is expected that more will open in the coming period. The area near Xixi Plum Villa is the best viewing spot, but the plum blossoms along the way are very beautiful. Journey Feelings: A few plum trees planted by the river together resemble a huge broccoli, with the water reflecting red and white. The drizzling rain scatters the plum blossoms along the riverbank, and there are also many bamboo groves nearby the plum blossoms, with the two 'gentlemen' complementing each other interestingly.

🌸 The flower season in Hangzhou is about to arrive, from March to April, don't miss these beautiful scenes! Here is a carefully organized guide for spring flower viewing📒, with past blooming periods for your reference. Grab your friends and embark on a flower viewing journey!🚶🚶‍♂️ 1. 🌳 Hangzhou Botanical Garden & Magnolia denudata (Blooming period 3.7) The peak blooming period is in these few days, hurry up and experience it! 😜 2. 🏯 Upper Tianzhu Faxi Temple & Magnolia (Blooming period 3.12) 500-year-old trees and the yellow walls of the temple complement each other beautifully, making for great photos. 🤳 3. 🌷 Prince Bay Park & Tulips (Blooming period 3.15) Tulips in full bloom, like Monet's garden, accompanied by daffodils and cherry blossoms. 🌸 4. 🌸 Quyuanfenghe & Cherry blossoms (Blooming period 3.15) Located at 'Qu Crossing Clear Waves', enjoy the cherry blossoms under the sunrise, a popular spot for social media check-ins. 📸 5. 🐠 Flower Harbor Viewing Fish & Cherry blossoms (Blooming period 3.15) Mainly distributed near 'Happy on the Moat', cherry blossoms and pavilions form a beautiful picture. 🖼 6. 🍵 China Tea Museum & Cherry blossoms (Blooming period 3.15) At 'Fig Tea Art', the combination of thatched cottages and cherry blossoms allows you to take photos with a Japanese style. 🎏 7. 🌸 Agate Temple & Cherry blossoms (Blooming period 3.15) A lesser-known spot with a huge cherry blossom tree waiting for you to discover. 🤫 8. 🚂 White Pagoda Park & Cherry blossoms (Blooming period 3.15) The green train and cherry blossoms are a perfect choice for Japanese-style portrait photography. 📷 9. 🌺 Liangzhu Overhead & Cherry blossoms (Blooming period 3.15) A great place in Hangzhou to view cherry blossoms at night, crowded but dense with blossoms, worth a visit. 😍 10. 🌸 Turtle Pool & Begonia flowers (Blooming period 3.25) Located at 'Yu Zhongsu Memorial', a corridor of begonia flowers, not many people know about it. 🤭 11. 🦁 Yaoshan Ruins Park & Peach blossoms (Blooming period 3.23) Compared to Liangzhu Ruins Park, this place has fewer people and beautiful scenery, enjoy a large area of peach blossoms to yourself. 🌺 12. 🌾 Maojiabu & Ophiopogon japonicus (Blooming period 3.15) The beauty of West Lake plus Ophiopogon japonicus makes you linger. 😘 13. 🌳 Xiang Lake & Hydrangea (Blooming period 3.30) Distributed around Wohong Bridge, Siting Bridge, Meishan Road, and Maya Island, with a denser concentration on Meishan Road. 🤩 14. 🌸 Turtle Pool & Late cherry blossoms (Blooming period 4.02) Spread along the waterside of West Lake, like pink clouds, the passing boats make it picturesque. 🤗 15. 🏞 Hangzhou Botanical Garden & Azaleas (Blooming period 4.12) Distributed in 'Landscape Garden', 'Yuquan Mountain', and 'Herb Garden', offering a unique charm. 🌳 16. 🌱 Xiasha Youth Forest & Daisies (Blooming period 4.15) Lawns, forests, suitable for picnics and camping, enjoy the beauty of nature. 🥰 17. 🌸 Yuhangtang Road & Roses (Blooming period 4.25) Two spots for flower viewing: Bogang Lane and the intersection of Yuhangtang Road and Wuchanggang Road, hundreds of meters of flower walls are stunning. 😆 18. 🌺 Hangzhou Flower Nursery & Roses (Blooming period 4.30) A variety of roses, fewer people and beautiful scenery, full of French style. 🤩 📝 Flower Viewing Tips: 🕙 The flowering period may change, remember to check before you go. 👗 Wearing white or light-colored clothes will make your photos stand out, complete with a straw hat for full atmosphere. 🚶 Choose early morning for flower viewing to avoid crowds and get good lighting.

Lingfeng Plum Blossom Viewing is located to the west of West Lake, at the foot of Lingfeng Mountain in Qingzhiwu. Lingfeng Temple was built during the Kaiyun period of the Later Jin Dynasty. There are Cuivei Pavilion, Mianyun Hall, Miaogao Terrace, Washing Bowl Pool, etc. In the early Wanli period, the temple was ruined and the monks scattered, leaving only the temple buildings. During the Jiaqing period of the Qing Dynasty, Lianxi, the commander of Zhejiang Province, rebuilt Lingfeng Temple and planted more than a hundred plum trees around it. In the first year of Xuantong, Zhou Mengpo planted another 300 plum trees, making it a good place to appreciate plum blossoms, hence the name "Lingfeng Plum Blossom Viewing". The Hangzhou Botanical Garden has always been a classic place to appreciate plum blossoms! There are more than 40 different varieties of wax plums in the garden, a total of more than 1,200 trees, most of which are concentrated around the Lingfeng Scenic Area. The Wax Plum Garden, Longyue Tower, and the entrance to Lingfeng are the three most densely planted areas, and there are also a few scattered plantings in other areas of the garden. Location: No. 1 Taoyuanling, West Lake District, Botanical Garden (Enter from the Qingzhiwu ticket check point, and you can reach the Plum Garden in about 5 minutes on foot) There is a short mountain road to Lingfeng Plum Blossom Viewing, and it takes about 10 minutes to climb. Ticket: 15 yuan

After several recommendations, I took myself to the botanical garden for spring blossoms. I was a bit disappointed as there were very few blossoms and some of them were already dry. Nevertheless, if you’re looking for a rejuvenating place or somewhere for a picnic, that’s spot on! My favourite was the potted plants garden with beautifully displayed bonsaï plants. If you wander in the little forest with the wooden pathway running through it, you’ll witness a tranquil atmosphere with fresh air and a light breeze 🍃. On a sunny Saturday afternoon, the crowd was there, but fortunately, nothing overwhelming. The garden is so wide that you can easily find a corner to be with your friends or by yourself. How to go ➡️ I took a taxi 🚕 from Wulin Square metro station 🚇 (武林广场地铁站). The ride was about 30-40 mins. (The roads around the botanical garden were congested especially on the weekends) Entrance 🎟 ➡️ 10¥ #garden#botanicgardens#naturescapes#naturetheraphy#naturewonders#springblossoms#flowers#zhejiang#hangzhou

I've lived in Hangzhou for 10 years Every year when March comes, with the spring in full bloom Hangzhou turns into a world of greenery🍃 I really like the weather at this time It's perfect for a weekend short hike - Here are 9⃣️ off-the-beaten-path hiking routes suitable for spring There are mountain climbing routes, as well as relaxed city walks around West Lake. - 1⃣️ Maojiabu Yu Hu Bay - Santai Mountain - Meiling North Road 🚗: Navigate to 'Yu Hu Bay' bus station This hiking trail near West Lake is just as good as the crowded Duanqiao Gu Shan, but the key is that there are few people, with beautiful Jiangnan scenery and passing boats, it's my secret treasure route. - 2⃣️ Hangzhou Botanical Garden - Yun Song Book House - Hangzhou Flower Nursery 🚗: Navigate to 'Hangzhou Botanical Garden North Gate' First, visit the botanical garden to see the Magnolia denudata, pass through the bamboo garden, Yun Song Book House is very niche with few people, Hangzhou Flower Nursery is blooming with flowers, it's big so take your time. - 3⃣️ Gushan Road - Xiling Seal Engravers' Society - Green Cloud Path 🚗: Navigate to 'Xiling Seal Engravers' Society' Even in the crowded West Lake, this place is still very serene, walk through the Xiling Seal Engravers' Society and go up, the mountain is not high and there are few people. - 4⃣️ Yuhuang Mountain - Bagua Fields - Jiangyangfan Ecological Park 🚗: Navigate to 'Yuhuang Mountain' ticket office Halfway up the mountain, Zilai Cave overlooks the Bagua Fields, and from the top, you can overlook West Lake, and on the way down, stop by Jiangyangfan. - 5⃣️ Longwu 'Guangming Temple Reservoir' 🚗: Starting point 'Longwu' bus station Thousands of acres of tea mountains, few people and quiet, ✅ camping ✅ mountain biking ✅ picnicking and there are also large lawns, spring is really a green wonderland. - 6⃣️ Ten-mile Langdang - Yunqi Bamboo Path 🚗: Navigate to 'Ten-mile Langdang' Before Qingming Festival, you can watch tea picking in Longjing Village, the whole way is tea mountains, from the top you can overlook West Lake, and on the way down you can walk the Yunqi Bamboo Path. - 7⃣️ Liuhe Pagoda - Guiren Pavilion - Hupao Park 🚗: Starting point 'Liuhe Pagoda' All the way to the mountaintop Guiren Pavilion, you can overlook West Lake and Qiantang River. Walking down towards Hupao Park, the park is full of greenery and frequented by locals. - 8⃣️ Fifteen Kui Alley - Drum Tower - Chenghuang Pavilion - Jianghu Hui Guan Pavilion 🚗: Navigate to 'Fifteen Kui Alley' This place hides half of old Hangzhou's history, follow the old streets uphill, pass by Chenghuang Pavilion, and from the top you can overlook West Lake. - 9⃣️ Liulang Wenying - Changqiao Creek Water Ecological Restoration Park - Silk Museum - Wansong Academy 🚗: Starting point 'Qingbo Gate' Walk along West Lake, not many people here, then head towards the Silk Museum, the whole way is scenic. -

🌸 Magnolia flowers at Faxi Temple, a romantic invitation of Hangzhou's spring After an entire year of waiting, the magnolia flowers at Faxi Temple have bloomed as expected. In this spring, the encounter between the ancient temple and the magnolia flowers seems to herald a lifetime of good fortune. The 500-year-old trees, hidden in front of the Wuguan Hall of the temple, unfold their white magnolia blossoms like pure messengers, quietly telling the stories of the years. 🌅 Magnolia Flower Viewing Guide at Faxi Temple - Time: The blooming period lasts 10-15 days, miss it and wait another year. - Location: Tianzhu Road, West Lake Scenic Area, Hangzhou City. - Tickets: 10 yuan, Hangzhou Temple Card is applicable, free entry. - Transportation: - Bus: Take routes 103, 1314, or 121 and get off at 'Shang Tianzhu' station. - Subway: Line 3 to 'Huanglongdong' station, there is a direct shuttle bus to Faxi Temple from the station. - Self-driving: Faxi Temple parking lot P, 10 yuan/hour. 🍃 Magnolia Flower Viewing Experience at Faxi Temple - Early Morning: The early bird catches the worm, and at Faxi Temple in the early morning, the magnolia flowers are in full bloom, with petals falling all over the ground, like a white rain. - Vegetarian Meal: If you go early in the morning, you can also catch the monks having their vegetarian meal, experiencing the tranquility and harmony of the temple. - Queuing: Queue up and walk under the magnolia trees, feeling the solemnity and sanctity.

This business trip was so worthwhile, I actually encountered the cherry blossom season. The cherry blossoms in Hangzhou Botanical Garden are blooming so brilliantly! It should look even better on a sunny day, and it looks even better with a telephoto lens taken by a friend. It is recommended to go in the mid to late afternoon when the sunlight is more abundant, making the flowers look vivid and bright. This is the beauty of spring that is limited to this season. It is advised that sisters who want to take portraits should not come on weekends, as it is bound to be crowded. I heard that the magnolias are also blooming, which means even more people. It is suggested to hurry up and come to see, as the cherry blossom season is not very long, and if there is a strong wind and rain, they might fall off at any time. Ticket price: 10 yuan Photographed on March 6th

The spring in Hangzhou is adorned with the pure and elegant magnolias, making the city a unique landscape. 1. **Faxi Temple**: Located on Tianzhu Road in the West Lake District, the 500-year-old magnolia tree complements the temple's yellow walls, creating a Zen-like atmosphere. 2. **West Lake State Guesthouse**: Known for the most beautiful 'King of Magnolias', the pink magnolias face the Leifeng Pagoda, while rowboats gently sway on the lake, forming a picturesque scene. 3. **Xiaoshan District's Xihe Road**: Home to 160 magnolia trees, it is the most concentrated magnolia avenue in Hangzhou, resembling a floating sea of clouds and snowy mountains. 4. **Hangzhou Botanical Garden**: The magnolia avenue here is like clouds, snow, and mist; simply strolling down the road can make one feel endless beauty. 5. **Manao Temple**: In this serene and low-profile temple amidst the hustle, there are two Tianmu magnolias, blooming and falling at will, with a peaceful Zen spirit. 6. **Jinghu Hall**: With its green lawns and 3-4 white Yulan magnolias, it boasts a 100% blooming rate and is a great spot for photography. 7. **China Tea Museum**: The Yulan thatched cottage gives off a feeling of 'Little Kyoto' in Hangzhou, an excellent place for taking fresh Japanese-style photos. 8. **Flower Harbor Watching Fish**: There is a white magnolia scenic path here, not well-known, making it a holy place for photography. 9. **Zhejiang University Zijingang Campus**: The campus has two rows of white magnolias, which bloom with full trees in spring, creating beautiful memories of campus life. Additionally, places like Prince Bay Park, Yunqi Bamboo Pathway, Huanglong Cave, and Gushan also have patches of magnolia flowers, all of which are must-visit spots for flower viewing. The bustling and prosperous spring of Hangzhou is about to begin, and these magnolia viewing spots are definitely the places to go in spring. Thank you for sharing, and I hope everyone can find their own little piece of beauty in Hangzhou's spring.