[A Song-Like Journey] Hangzhou｜Xixi National Wetland Park

I went to Hangzhou for a weekend trip and came to Xixi Wetland, which is a great place for sightseeing and walking. There is a song describing Xixi Wetland called "Stay in Xixi", which was created by the team of "Impression West Lake" directed by Zhang Yimou. The lyrics describe the natural beauty and humanistic feelings of Xixi Wetland. The melody is melodious and full of poetry. Here are some of the lyrics: The water of Xixi River flows quietly. The reeds sway and the egrets fly. The ancient bridge, reflecting the setting sun, Who is singing softly on the shore? Stay, this quiet time, And stay, this green paradise. The wind from Xixi blows through my heart. Take away the troubles and leave hope. Xixi Wetland is China's first national wetland park. It is located in Xihu District, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province and is known as the "Kidney of Hangzhou". This place has beautiful natural scenery and profound cultural heritage, and is a great place for leisure tourism. 🏠Attraction address: No. 518, Tianmushan Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province ⏰Opening hours: April 1-October 7: 7:30-18:30 (ticket sales stop at 17:30) October 8th - March 31st of the following year: 8:00-17:30 (ticket sales stop at 16:30) 💰Ticket price: Adult ticket: 80 yuan/person Battery boat ticket: 60 yuan/person (optional) Battery car ticket: 10 yuan/time (optional) 🚗Transportation 1. Public transportation: Metro: Take Hangzhou Metro Line 3 to Xixi Wetland South Station or Hongyuan Station. Bus: Take bus No. 277, 508, etc. to "Xixi Wetland Zhoujia Village" stop. 2. Self-driving: Navigate to "Xixi National Wetland Park". There are multiple parking lots in the scenic area (such as Zhoujia Village, Longshezui, etc.), and the parking fee is 5-10 yuan/hour. ⭐ Recommended tour routes: 1. Classic route (suitable for first time play) Zhoujia Village Entrance → Battery Boat Tour → Shentankou (If You Are the One filming location) → Hezhu Street (Folk Culture Street) → Gaozhuang (Qing Dynasty Garden) → Return Highlights: 1. Shentankou: Check in at the filming location of If You Are the One and experience the romantic scenes of the movie. 2. Hezhu Street: Experience folk culture, taste local snacks, and buy special souvenirs. 3. Gaozhuang: Appreciate the garden architecture of the Qing Dynasty and experience the classical aesthetics of Jiangnan. 2. Hiking route (suitable for tourists who like nature) Zhoujia Village Entrance → Yanshui Fishing Village → Qiuxue Temple → Xixi Meishu → Return Highlights: 1. Yanshui Fishing Village: Learn about Xixi fishing culture and experience the water village style. 2. Qiuxuean: Feel the tranquility and Zen deep in the wetland. 3. Xixi Meishu: a great place to enjoy plum blossoms in winter. 3. Parent-child route (suitable for family travel) Longshezui Entrance → Green Dike (Wetland Botanical Garden) → Lotus Beach Bird Watching Area → Return Highlights: 1. Green Embankment: Let children know various wetland plants and increase their knowledge. 2. Lotus Beach Bird Watching Area: Observe birds and experience the natural ecology.