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In Ningbo, encounter the "Summer of Hayao Miyazaki"

🎈Attraction Introduction Dongqian Lake is the largest natural freshwater lake in Zhejiang Province, renowned for its "grace of Xizi and grandeur of Taihu." Here, the lake and mountains complement each other, with beautiful natural scenery. The lakeside is rich in historical sites, including the Ten Scenic Spots such as Taogong Fishing Rock and Xiayu Suolan, as well as more than 70 ancient relics. In summer, the blue sky and clear water, surrounded by green mountains, the lakeside grass is lush, and the trees are verdant. The evening sunset casts golden light on the lake surface, creating shimmering waves, as if stepping into the animated world of Hayao Miyazaki, full of fantasy and poetry. 📍Specific Location Located in Dongqian Lake Town, Yinzhou District, Ningbo City, backed by green mountains to the southeast and adjacent to the plains to the northwest, about 15 kilometers from the city center. 💰Tickets and Opening Hours Dongqian Lake is free to enter and open 24 hours a day. Some attractions, such as Xiaoputuo, require separate tickets. Wearing Hanfu can waive the Xiaoputuo boat ticket, and on Wednesdays when there are fewer visitors, tickets have a 60% discount. 🚶Activities and Routes You can cycle along the lake to enjoy the scenery; visit Xiaoputuo to see the water Guanyin, pray at Xiayu Zen Temple; check in at popular spots like Ningbo Academician Center, Limin Village, and Jianshe Village. 🏨Nearby Accommodation There are options ranging from luxury to unique homestays, including Ningbo Park Hyatt Hotel, Dongqian Lake Hilton Hotel, and Dongqian Lake Fenglai Hotel, meeting different needs. 🍜Nearby Food You can taste Ningbo roasted dishes, Zhuangyuan cake, Ningbo glutinous rice balls, and various fresh lake and seafood. 🚗Transportation By car, take the Hangyong Expressway and exit at Dongqian Lake; you can also take the bus, with multiple bus routes reaching the scenic area. 📷Photo Tips Choose to shoot in the soft light of early morning or evening to capture beautiful light and shadow effects. Use the lake, green mountains, and ancient buildings as backgrounds, integrating people into the scene for a more vivid picture. ⚠Precautions In summer, be sure to take sun protection and mosquito prevention measures; when participating in water activities, strictly follow regulations and wear life jackets.
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Posted: Jul 1, 2025
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