Places for Viewing Lotus Flowers

There are many places in and around the city of Chengdu to view lotus flowers.

As one of the top ten most famous flowers in China, the lotus blossom is one of the most favored flowers for its remarkable beauty. Regarded as an embodiment of good luck, love, purity and dignity, the beautiful flower grows elegantly out of the muddy water, unsullied by the dirt and impurities. It is in full bloom in July and August. There are many places in and around the city to view the enchanting flowers.

1. Shuanghe Lotus Ponds in Sichuan University (Wangjiang Campus)

There are two big lotus ponds inside the Sichuan University’s Wangjiang Campus, which are jointly called Shuanghe Lotus Ponds. The beautiful blooming flowers always attract lots of local residents.

Address: 24 First South Section of 1st Ring Road

How to get there: Take bus No.12, 19, 27, 27A, 49, 92, 76, 112 or 504 and take off at the Moziqiao Stop, then walk to the north gate of the Sichuan University.

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