Lost in the Lotus Flowers 🪷 Free Lotus Viewing and Picking Spot in Hangzhou

Summer is the perfect time to admire lotus flowers! I stumbled upon this amazing hidden gem in Hangzhou, a place for lotus viewing and picking. With few crowds and beautiful scenery, it totally captured my heart! 🌸 Here, you can wander freely through vast lotus ponds and personally pick lotus flowers to take home. Finally, lotus freedom is achieved, and no more fake flowers for photoshoots~ 💰 Super affordable prices: Lotus leaves CNY 1/piece, lotus flowers CNY 2/stem, lotus pods CNY 3/piece. Free entry, making it easy to enjoy picking lotuses. 🕙 Opening hours: 8:00–17:00. It's recommended to go early for better lighting and photos. 🚗 Transportation: Free parking, just park directly on the roadside, super convenient. 📍 Address: Linhai Vegetable Picking Area, Liangzhu, Hangzhou 💡 Tips for your visit: 1. For stunning photos, choose to go in the morning when the light is soft and the lotus flowers are more vibrant. 2. After rain, the lotus flowers look incredibly delicate, but the paths might be muddy. Remember to wear appropriate shoes, don't be like me and end up with muddy feet. 3. Kids will love this place! Not only can they experience the joy of picking, but they can also fish for crayfish in the lotus ponds (but be mindful of safety). 4. Besides lotus flowers, there are watermelons, peaches, vegetables, and other fruits and vegetables available for picking at the entrance. There's also a campsite next door, making it a one-stop destination for family fun. 5. Entry for viewing is free. Simply pay at the entrance after picking, making it hassle-free and affordable. Nearby attractions are also plentiful: Gangnan Village: 1.1 km, 2-min drive. A charming ancient village, perfect for a leisurely stroll. Yaoshan Site Park: 2.7 km, 5-min drive. Experience the weight of history. Liangzhu Archaeological Site Park: 8.1 km, 14-min drive. Discover the allure of prehistoric civilization. ·