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Stroll along Dongqian Lake and listen to the whispers of time amidst the picturesque scenery.

😍📍 Location: Dongqian Lake is located in Dongqianhu Town, Yinzhou District, Ningbo City, Zhejiang Province, not far from downtown Ningbo📍. 🚗 Transportation: - 🚇 Subway: Take Subway Line 4 to Dongqian Lake Station. After exiting the station, you can transfer to a bus or take a taxi to various scenic spots. Subway travel is relatively punctual and convenient🚇. - 🚌 Bus: Many bus routes shuttle around Dongqian Lake and can reach major scenic spots. Before traveling, you can check the specific routes and stops through map software and pay attention to the time of the last bus🚌. - 🚗 Self-driving: If you choose to drive yourself, there are parking lots around the scenic area, but parking spaces may be tight during peak periods such as holidays, so you need to go early to find a parking space🚗. 🌟 Must-see attractions: - 🌊 Xiaoputuo Scenic Area: It is located in the center of Dongqian Lake. A long causeway connects the lakeshore to the island, and there is Xiayu Chan Temple on the island. Strolling through it, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the lake and mountains, as if you are in a fairyland, full of a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere🌊. - 🍃 Hanling Old Street: A thousand-year-old ancient street that preserves many Ming and Qing style buildings. Stroll along the old street, admire the ancient architectural style, and taste a variety of authentic Ningbo cuisine🍃. - 🌳 Academician Center: The overall architectural style is unique, integrating natural and cultural landscapes. Here, you can not only learn about the deeds of many academicians, but also enjoy the incredibly beautiful surrounding scenery, making it a perfect place for taking photos🌳. 🎫 Tickets: Most areas of Dongqian Lake are free and open. Tickets are required for Xiaoputuo Scenic Area, and the price is about 30-40 yuan. Hanling Old Street and the Academician Center are free to enter, and some special exhibitions or projects may be charged separately🎫. 📌 Other tips: 💰 Budget: Excluding transportation costs, a day trip to Dongqian Lake, including meals and possible ticket expenses, is estimated to be around 200-400 yuan. If you participate in some paid experience projects or dine in high-end restaurants, the cost will increase😃. 🌞 Sun protection: The summer sun is strong and the ultraviolet radiation is high. Be sure to bring high-SPF sunscreen, sun hats, parasols and other sun protection items to avoid sunburn🌞. 👚 Clothing: It is recommended to wear light and breathable clothes in summer, such as short sleeves, shorts, and skirts, with comfortable sneakers for easy walking. You can bring a light jacket in spring and autumn to cope with the temperature difference between morning and evening. Pay attention to keeping warm in winter and wear thick clothes such as down jackets and sweaters👚. 🏨 Hotels: There are a variety of hotels around Dongqian Lake. Lake-view hotels offer beautiful lake views, but the prices are relatively high. You can book a suitable hotel in advance on online travel platforms according to your budget, and you can also refer to user reviews to make your choice🏨. Which of these attractions in Dongqian Lake do you want to visit the most🧐?
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Posted: Mar 19, 2025
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