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Lizhong Water Forest Park Travel Guide: Dreamy Metasequoia Forest, Boating Among the Treetops 🌿 Scenic Area Overview Lizhong Water Forest Park is located in Xinghua, Jiangsu Province. It is a rare large-scale water forest in East China, known for its unique landscape of "water in the forest and forest in the water." Thousands of acres of metasequoia and pond cypress stand in the water, with egrets in groups. The scenery is different in the four seasons. In particular, the redwoods are fiery in autumn, and the green is cool in summer, like a real-life "Wizard of Oz." 🚗 Transportation Guide 📍 Address: No. 1 Shunchuan Road, Lizhong Town, Xinghua City, Taizhou City, Jiangsu Province 🚘 Self-driving: Starting from Nanjing/Shanghai, it takes about 3–4 hours by car (navigate to "Lizhong Water Forest Park") Parking: There is a parking lot in the scenic area, CNY 10/time 🚌 Public transportation: Take Tourist Route 1/Tourist Route 2 from Xinghua city to reach directly (about 40 minutes) Take the high-speed train to Taizhou Station/Yancheng Station, then take a taxi or rent a car (about 1.5 hours) 🎫 Tickets & Opening Hours Tickets: CNY 80 (including wooden raft rafting) Discounts: Half price for students/seniors, free for children under 1.4m Opening hours: 8:00–17:30 (recommended to visit for 3–4 hours) Best season: April–May (new green herons return to their nests) October–November (redwoods reflect the water, the autumn colors are beautiful) 🚣‍♂️ Must-Play Experiences 1. Water Forest Rafting (included in the ticket) Take a bamboo raft through the metasequoia forest. The boat travels between the trees, and people walk in the painting. The sun shines through the leaves and sprinkles on the water, the light and shadow are beautiful! 📸 Photo spot: Mist Forest Area (artificial mist is lingering, full of fairy spirit) 2. Bird Watching Paradise This is the habitat of egrets and night herons. You can see the spectacular scene of thousands of birds returning to their nests in the early morning or evening. 3. Forest Boardwalk Hiking Stroll along the wooden boardwalk, observe the root system of the metasequoia trees up close, and feel the tranquility and vitality of the forest. 4. Misty Forest Experience (open at fixed times) Artificial spray creates a dreamy mist effect, suitable for taking forest-style blockbusters! 5. Parent-child interaction Fishing, crab fishing (summer limited) Forest train (suitable for children) 🍽️ Food Recommendations Xinghua Specialties: Qinhu mitten crab (must-eat in autumn) Xinghua Fish Balls (fresh, tender and chewy) Water Town Lotus Root Sandwich (crispy and sweet) Inside the scenic area: There are simple meals and snacks. It is recommended to bring your own snacks and water. 📌 Play Tips ✅ Best time to visit: before 9 am or after 3 pm, the light is soft and there are fewer tourists. ✅ Dress recommendation: Light/forest-style clothing is more photogenic, prevent mosquitoes in summer, and keep warm in winter. ✅ Must-bring items: sunscreen, hat, camera (drones need to be reported). ✅ Avoid crowds: Weekends and holidays are crowded, it is recommended to go on weekdays. 🏡 Accommodation Recommendations Near the scenic area: Lizhong Town Homestay (economical and affordable, experience the water town life) Xinghua City: Star hotels (such as Xinghua Tianbao Garden Hotel) 🌟 Nearby Attractions Qianduo Scenic Area (rape flower sea in spring, marigold field in autumn) Former Residence of Zheng Banqiao (feel the culture of Xinghua) 📢 Summary: Lizhong Water Forest Park is suitable for tourists who like nature, photography, and slow travel. It is beautiful in all seasons, especially recommended for the autumn redwood season!