Shanghai lotus map guides visitors to summer blooms
Shanghai has entered peak lotus-viewing season, with parks across the city showcasing ponds filled with pink and white blooms. A citywide map released by the Shanghai Landscaping and City Appearance Administrative Bureau offers a practical guide to lotus-viewing sites in urban parks, classical gardens, and suburban green spaces.
Among the featured locations are Shanghai Guyi Garden, Shanghai Botanical Garden, Daning Park, and Chenjiashan Lotus Park. Shanghai Guyi Garden in Jiading district pairs lotus displays with the elegant setting of a classical Jiangnan garden, while Shanghai Botanical Garden provides a convenient option for visitors in Xuhui district. Daning Park is known for large lotus planting areas and shaded walking paths, and Chenjiashan Lotus Park provides a more dedicated lotus-viewing experience in Jiading.
The map also highlights a range of easily accessible urban destinations, including Fuxing Park in Huangpu district, Shanghai Zoo and Zhongshan Park in Changning district, Zhabei Park and Daning Park in Jing'an district, Lu Xun Park and Heping Park in Hongkou district, and Shanghai Gongqing National Forest Park and Yangpu Park in Yangpu district.
For half-day or full-day trips, visitors can explore lotus-viewing spots in Pudong, including Shanghai Wild Animal Park, Chuansha Park, Gaoqiao Park, Linyi Park, and Shanghai Expo Culture Park. Other choices include Gucun Park, Shanghai Chenshan Botanical Garden, Shanghai Zuibaichi Park, Shanghai Grand View Garden, Guhua Park and C Lake Park. Morning visits are recommended for cooler weather and softer light.
Lotus flowers bloom in Shanghai as the city enters its peak summer viewing season. [Photo/WeChat ID: shanghaifabu]
Lotus flowers bloom in Shanghai as the city enters its peak summer viewing season. [Photo/WeChat ID: shanghaifabu]
Lotus flowers bloom in Shanghai as the city enters its peak summer viewing season. [Photo/WeChat ID: shanghaifabu]
Lotus flowers bloom in Shanghai as the city enters its peak summer viewing season. [Photo/WeChat ID: shanghaifabu]
Lotus flowers bloom in Shanghai as the city enters its peak summer viewing season. [Photo/WeChat ID: shanghaifabu]
Lotus flowers bloom in Shanghai as the city enters its peak summer viewing season. [Photo/WeChat ID: shanghaifabu]
Lotus flowers bloom in Shanghai as the city enters its peak summer viewing season. [Photo/WeChat ID: shanghaifabu]
Lotus flowers bloom in Shanghai as the city enters its peak summer viewing season. [Photo/WeChat ID: shanghaifabu]
Lotus flowers bloom in Shanghai as the city enters its peak summer viewing season. [Photo/WeChat ID: shanghaifabu]
