Taihu Yuantouzhu Scenic
Taihu Yuantouzhu Scenic
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Gorgan
Florence, Italy123 contributions
Sep 2021
Other must-see place in Wuxi is Taihu lake and in particular the Turtle Head Island. The price of the ticket is 90 RMB which is reasonable as it includes two main scenic spots which are pretty big. It also includes the ferry you need to take in order to head for the Turtle Head Island which is one of the scenic spots in the matter. While approaching the island you can easily realize it is made of two parts...the one on the left is bigger whereas the one on the right is smaller. You can ignore the latter and focus on visiting the former. It's very interesting. You will find accurate replicas of famous statues located in other parts of China. Among the others I am referring to the Dazu Rock carvings and Vairocana Buddha from Longmen Caves in Luoyang. Nearby on top of the hill there is a building that hosts a huge statue of the Jade emperor. Aside from this island the ticket comprehends also another very big area where you can stroll around and enjoy both the view of Taihu Lake and the visit of temples and palaces. Needless of me to say the best period to visit this scenic spot is in spring when cherry trees blossom.
From the railway station you can get bus number 1 to reach this popular destination.
From the railway station you can get bus number 1 to reach this popular destination.
Written September 22, 2021
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KodoDrummer
Buenos Aires, Argentina70,626 contributions
May 2019 • Friends
Great place for a leisurely walk. We enjoyed viewing the lake, gardens, many types of trees and flowers, and I believe what are spring’s sour red cherries. The park is well-maintained and clean.
Written June 2, 2019
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KONSTANTINOS M
ATHENS837 contributions
Jul 2015 • Business
If you happen to visit Wuxi, then ask your Chinese connection to guide you to this recreation park (that is exactly the translation for Yuantouzhou). Wuxi, a rather big China city on Tai lake (Locals call it Taihu, as hu means lake) is said to be (by locals) the jewel of Taihu lake. Near this city you can also admire the higherst Budha statue on earth (88 meters high - see my review about that religious place). Coming back to Yantouzhu park, it is found on a peninsula that looks very much as a turtle in catopsis, at the northern part of Taihu lake. Once there, you find your self in a huge park, very well sustained clean and neat, a Paradise for young children that go absolutely nuts about it. They have taken good care to have positioned near the entrance a clean and big washroom place and immediately next you find the small electric train that can take you all around the park. I strongly suggest that you do take this train in order to get a first glimpse and opinion of what the park offers for its visitors and then decide which place you wish to stay for a little bit more. I did not have too much time as my local friends expected me for the typical long dinner 100 kms away, so I decided to get off at the small harbor where lake ferries kept going out to the lake island. In this small harbor, a couple of old style Chinese sailing boats were anchored (see photos). We took the ferry with a lot of locals (no other foreigners aboard) and set off to the island.
We had only the time to walk over the "meeting immortals bridge" on the island and take the next ferry back to basis and further drive home.
This place has really the magic touch to remove your stress and refill you with positive energy.
Do not miss it, if around..
We had only the time to walk over the "meeting immortals bridge" on the island and take the next ferry back to basis and further drive home.
This place has really the magic touch to remove your stress and refill you with positive energy.
Do not miss it, if around..
Written August 2, 2015
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H2174YZjeffb
Canada20 contributions
The day we went it was a fairly clear day and had amazing views. Best to walk the park. Getting a car into this place is crazy. Lots of people outside but once inside it is great. At the one temple is a great place for lunch. Noodles are fresh and very good. Lots to see. Lots of walking, we did about 20 km the one day and don't think we seen everything.
Written March 30, 2015
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Moe Myint Han
Singapore, Singapore121 contributions
Apr 2019 • Friends
Very crowed when I was there in late March. Coz it is cherry blossom. The place is huge and many Sakura trees. Be prepare for the crowd and some people take the best spot for as early as 1 or 2 pm to take the nice spot for night shoot of blossom. If no blossom this place is nice chilling for family or couple walk enjoying the scene.
Written April 30, 2019
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wagsplace
Winter Garden, FL86 contributions
Jun 2014 • Solo
I started in Shanghai at the Shanghai Rail station. Note that when you exit the metro and are standing facing the rail station the ticket off is to the right across the street. Follow the signs to a building across a busy street and go to the 2nd floor. I found the English window and bought a 9:20AM ticket with a 7:58PM return both on a G high speed train. Total cost was 120 Rmb June 2014.
I headed to lake tai from the Giant Buddah park where I found calm and relaxation. The admission here was 110RMB after 85RMB taxi ride. I walked along the path and did not take the bus. It was relaxing and great exercise. The afternoon sun was setting and there was a nice breeze making the heat bearable. The boat ride to Fairy Island was longer than expected but there were good sites to see. I grabbed a taxi and head to the rail station ending my day trip to Wuxi.
I headed to lake tai from the Giant Buddah park where I found calm and relaxation. The admission here was 110RMB after 85RMB taxi ride. I walked along the path and did not take the bus. It was relaxing and great exercise. The afternoon sun was setting and there was a nice breeze making the heat bearable. The boat ride to Fairy Island was longer than expected but there were good sites to see. I grabbed a taxi and head to the rail station ending my day trip to Wuxi.
Written June 17, 2014
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PicToMan
Vancouver161 contributions
Jul 2011 • Couples
This beautiful area is certainly a must see for any trip to Wuxi. Bring some sunscreen and walk around (easy difficulty) the area.
Written July 4, 2011
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Sandeepshastri K
Bengaluru, India198 contributions
Apr 2018 • Friends
This scenic area is one of the most beautiful in Wuxi area. Could not feel any spectacular sight during our visit (in early May) due to large crowd. However the scenic area is well spread out and good place to walk around the park. Large crowd left us to wait for at least 45mins for ferry ride towards turtle head park. While returning we took small power boat which is fun and quick. This well managed park is worth appreciating for arrangements within park area. Only disappointment is to see the same kind of plants, trees everywhere which remind us that these scenic area are not natural but man made.
Suggest not to visit this place during holiday period and to take walk around this park than taking bus ride from entrance to ferry boarding place.
Plan to visit again during cherry blossom time!
Suggest not to visit this place during holiday period and to take walk around this park than taking bus ride from entrance to ferry boarding place.
Plan to visit again during cherry blossom time!
Written May 10, 2018
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PPFC2008
Shanghai Region, China108 contributions
Mar 2018 • Solo
To avoid the heavy traffic,we chose to visit the #1 visited place at Wuxi at night. Different colors of lights made the cherry blossoms more romantic in my eyes. It was also fortunate to see the fireworks at night over the weekend. Pictures said thousands words.
Written May 6, 2018
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Nathan M
Cincinnati, OH15 contributions
Apr 2018 • Friends
I was in Shanghai for business and travelled to Wuxi for the weekend. A combination of subway and railway got me from Shanghai city center to Wuxi city center. I had the huge benefit of having a local travel with us so there was never a language barrier. Also, he drove my group of four directly to the park so I didn't use a tour guide or join a tour group. That said, there were at least 100 tour buses parked near the main entrance, so that is clearly a popular way to visit; however, to get the most out of the day, I would suggest trying to tour the park at your own pace, and plan for 6 hrs. There are many trails and sites that encompass this park and most tour groups only seem to hit the commercial (ie crowded) areas.
For my visit, we parked outside the entrance and walked 1.6km to the main park trails entrance. From there, we walked up to the top of the hill to the lookout. This was a decently steep climb on man made irregular steps. The trails up to the top were beautiful and very open, just be prepared for irregular surfaces. The views at the too were gorgeous and overlooked much of tai hu lake.
Then we walked to the former residence and now tea House of Wang Hunlun, a rich industrialist of the early and mid 1900s that used his wealth to create and Oasis for himself and to host other wealthy or political colleagues. The main teahousw was built in the mid 1920's and was a soul warming place to stop for a tea as you sit looking at the overlook of the lake.
I visited in mid April and this was the very end of the Cherry Blossums, with only a few trees with flowers still present. Go earlier if you want to see the fulll bloom. Also, I went on Saturday. It felt like two parks. At the tour bus entrance, it was mayhem with the crowds, but there were places to eat and bathrooms. Up on the higher elevation trails, the crowds were sparse and exhibits were open and serene.
I would highly recommend this park. To take in the park as it was intended, and to see the full beauty, try to go it alone, not with a tour.
For my visit, we parked outside the entrance and walked 1.6km to the main park trails entrance. From there, we walked up to the top of the hill to the lookout. This was a decently steep climb on man made irregular steps. The trails up to the top were beautiful and very open, just be prepared for irregular surfaces. The views at the too were gorgeous and overlooked much of tai hu lake.
Then we walked to the former residence and now tea House of Wang Hunlun, a rich industrialist of the early and mid 1900s that used his wealth to create and Oasis for himself and to host other wealthy or political colleagues. The main teahousw was built in the mid 1920's and was a soul warming place to stop for a tea as you sit looking at the overlook of the lake.
I visited in mid April and this was the very end of the Cherry Blossums, with only a few trees with flowers still present. Go earlier if you want to see the fulll bloom. Also, I went on Saturday. It felt like two parks. At the tour bus entrance, it was mayhem with the crowds, but there were places to eat and bathrooms. Up on the higher elevation trails, the crowds were sparse and exhibits were open and serene.
I would highly recommend this park. To take in the park as it was intended, and to see the full beauty, try to go it alone, not with a tour.
Written April 15, 2018
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Hi there,
If you have internet connection, hailing from China's version of Uber (Didi) App would be the best option from the Wuxi Railway Station - it's about 30 minutes by car. You can link your credit card t it and it has English menus
If you want to go via public transport, Wuxi Railway station has a bus terminus and you can take Bus 1 directly however there are a lot of stops in between that it may take about 1.5 hours to arrive.
Hope this helps
Written March 8, 2019
What is the entrance fee right now? Thanks!
Written December 12, 2016
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