Scenic spot introduction:
Dongqian Lake is the largest inland natural freshwater lake in Zhejiang Province. The central lake area is vast and surrounded by beautiful mountains. It is known as "the scenery of the West and the spirit of Taihu Lake".Attractions distribution:
Dongqian Lake is located in the southeast of Ningbo City, only 7.8 kilometers away from the urban area. "The lake carries the water of Qiandai", so it is called Dongqian Lake. Dongqian Lake is a natural lagoon formed by geological movements in ancient times. The whole lake is composed of Guzi Lake, South Lake and North Lake. It is 6.5 kilometers wide from east to west and 8.5 kilometers long from north to south. It surrounds the lake for 45 kilometers and covers an area of 20 kilometers, which is equivalent to Hangzhou. Four times the size of West Lake, it can be called "the first lake along the Chinese coast".Dongqian Lake can be divided into three parts: the West Lake is bounded by Shigu Mountain and Lida Mountain and is called "Guzi Lake"; the northeast lake is bounded by Huli and is called "Meihu Lake". This lake was established in 1961 The lake was abandoned in 1976 and Meihu Farm was established. The rest of the lake was called "Outer Lake". After the outer lake was built next to the pond in 1976, it was divided into southern and northern parts. The three parts together were collectively called "Dongqian Lake". The mountains around Dongqian Lake are juxtaposed with towering peaks in various shapes; Fuquan Mountain stands in the southeast, Yuebo Mountain lies in the northwest; Longquan Mountain and Lihua Mountain are surrounded in the northeast, with Baiyun Behind Chenmu Pagoda in front and Taogong Mountain majestic. Dihu occupies its north, Baibujian stands tall in Yu, Erling and Xiayu face each other in the distance, and Daci Gongyinxue faces each other. There are seventy-two streams flowing into the lake around it; Sanxia Creek leans to the east, and Quan Yue Creek irrigates it. In the west, Guotong Stream flows to the north, Xiangkan Stream flows to the south, and other streams such as Shangshui, Xiashui, Hanling, Qingshan, Huangju, Zichang, and Daci crisscross the river. Since the Tang Dynasty, they have passed through Lu Nanjin, Wang Anshi, Li Yigeng, and Lu Xianzhi. Local officials in successive dynasties removed clear boundaries and built additional facilities, making it a comprehensively utilized water area in Ningbo.
Dongqian Lake has beautiful scenery and outstanding people. Because of its long history and splendid culture, it is also a gathering place for people and culture. The main attractions in the area include Taogong Diaoji and Xiayu Suolan (commonly known as Xiao Putuo). , Southern Song Dynasty Stone Carving Site Museum, Luting Scenic Area, Erling Sunset, Wang Anshi Memorial Hall (i.e. Zhongying Temple), Sha Menghai Calligraphy Academy, Fantasy Qian Lake, etc.
Scenic spot qualifications:
National 3A scenic spots, provincial scenic spotsScenic spot features:
Cultural tourism, landscape tourism, historical sites, resorts, lakesAttraction Address
Travel Guide
Best time to visit:
All seasons
Tourist Transportation
Scenic spot location:
China>Zhejiang Province>Ningbo City>Yinzhou District>Dongqian Lake Town
How to get there:
In Ningbo, take 906, 902, 365, 106, 388, or 621 to Dongqian Lake Town, and then transfer to 901 or 968 to reach the lake area directly. Bus routes K901 and 906 are accessible, and there are "Mozhi Line" minibuses from the East Bus Station to Dongqian Lake.
Scenic area map:
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Attraction Tickets
Dongqian Lake ticket price:
Southern Song Dynasty Stone Carvings Park: 30 yuan/person
Yue'ewang Temple: Free
Fuquan Mountain: 40 yuan/person
Xiaoputuo Scenic Area: 30 yuan/person
Scenic area opening hours:
Open all day