This is the only guide you need for visiting Lianhua Island in Yangcheng Lake.

It wasn't until I went to Lianhua Island that I realized there are so many hidden gems in Suzhou. Yangcheng Lake is beautiful in autumn. Spend a day away from the city and relax in the open air! ❤ Recommended reasons: First stop: Chongyuan Temple With a history of over 1,500 years, the temple is famous for its water Guanyin and the 33-meter-high statue of Guanyin. CNY 20/person. There is a large parking lot at the entrance. Second stop: Yangcheng Lake 1971 Cangfang This place was transformed from a former granary. There are five granary villages, each with a different theme. It is suitable for children. There are also cafes, bookstores, tie-dyeing, and other art areas where you can experience the charm of intangible cultural heritage. Third stop: Lianhua Island The island is full of farmhouses where you can watch the sunset and eat hairy crabs. There are few attractions, but you can enjoy the lake view, sunset, bridges, and streams, and experience a slow life. There are many people on the island who will try to get you to eat at their restaurant. 🚉 Transportation guide: There are several piers to get to Lianhua Island. If you want to take a boat to the island, go to the South Pier. There is a boat every half hour. CNY 30/person for a round trip. The South Pier is suitable for taking photos. You can check in at the same spot as the small Kamakura. If you want to take a sightseeing bus to the island, go to Yiyuan Pier. CNY 15/person to the island, CNY 10/person from the island. 📝 Tips: The best time to visit is in autumn when the hairy crabs are fat. When eating hairy crabs, you can pair them with some ginger vinegar to remove the fishy smell and enhance the taste. Please protect the environment and do not litter.