I was drawn to Wuhan East Lake again in December, and it was more than worth it!

December 24, East Lake: The dawn redwoods are 95% red! The dawn redwoods at East Lake are stunning! Every step is a new view. . As Wuhan's backyard, East Lake's dawn redwoods, ginkgo trees, and maple leaves are stunning in winter, like stepping into an oil painting. The scenic area mainly includes the Tingtao Scenic Area, Moshan Scenic Area, Luoyan Scenic Area, and Chuidi Scenic Area, each with its own characteristics: Tingtao for leisure, Moshan for flowers, Luoyan for birdwatching, and Chuidi for hiking. In addition, Hubei Provincial Museum, Wuhan Happy Valley, Wuhan Botanical Garden, and East Lake Ocean Park are all located in the East Lake Scenic Area. If you have time, you can visit them all, which will take 2–3 days. . 1-day itinerary recommendation Lingbo Gate (optional) ➡️ Liyuan Square (Metro Line 8) ➡️ Walk to Liyuan (side gate, limited parking) ➡️ Bitan Guanyu ➡️ Juesong Pavilion ➡️ Luoxia Shuixie Pier ➡️ Binhu Gallery - Qu Yuan Statue ➡️ Luoyu Bridge ➡️ Xingyin Pavilion ➡️ Hefeng Bridge ➡️ Canglang Pavilion ➡️ Haiguang Farm ➡️ Yihai Tingtao ➡️ Xianyue Pavilion . 📷Photo spots: ❶ East Lake Tingtao The reflection is more beautiful from the opposite side, and the road to Luoyu Bridge is lined with dawn redwoods! ❷ Luoyu Bridge Whether from top to bottom or far to near, you can take great photos with zero composition skills. ❸ Lingbo Gate If you can get up early to watch the sunrise, this place is stunning. ➍ Youge Island Classic photo spot, but I didn't have time to take photos. . Tips: 🌋Time: I recommend going on a sunny afternoon. The dawn redwoods are yellow and red in the sun, and there are reflections. The light is soft after 3–4 pm, which is great for photos! I took photos from 2–4 pm. 🚗Driving: Navigate to Liyuan Parking Lot (taxi is better), Metro: Line 8, Liyuan Station, Exit C, 5-minute walk 🌟Free admission, shared bikes are recommended at the Liyuan entrance, free riding but limited to 15 km/h 🚌Transportation in the park: Sightseeing electric car, CNY 40/person, unlimited transfers on the same day 🍜Nearby food: Zengyan (avoid) Pengpeng's Dessert Shop (red bean soup is delicious) Hubin Guest House (expensive but good)