Hangzhou West Lake is famous all over the world. When traveling to Zhejiang, Hangzhou West Lake must be a place to punch in. But you know what? There are many lakes in Zhejiang, and there is also a big lake in Ningbo, which has been dug for more than 12 years, and its area is three times that of Hangzhou West Lake.

This lake is Dongqian Lake in Ningbo City, Zhejiang Province. Dongqian Lake is 15 kilometers away from the east of Ningbo City. It consists of three parts: Guzi Lake, Meihu Lake and Waihu Lake. It is the largest (natural) freshwater lake in Zhejiang Province. With a history of more than 12 years, many celebrities and sages have praised Dongqian Lake since ancient times. Mr. Guo Moruo once praised Dongqian Lake as "the scenery of West Lake and the verve of Taihu Lake", which shows how charming the scenery of Dongqian Lake is.

dongqian lake is too big, three times bigger than the west lake, so how to play here?

There are many scenic spots along Dongqian Lake, such as Xiaoputuo, Taogong Island, Fuquan Mountain, Southern Song Dynasty Stone Carving Site Park, Youngor Zoo, and some natural villages and small parks to visit. Here are some special recommendations for you.

Lake embankment

This is the core attraction of Dongqian Lake. A levee crosses Dongqian Lake, which is more than one kilometer long. It divides the whole Dongqian Lake into two lakes, the north and the south. Walking on the footpath of the levee and looking at the scenery on both sides of Dongqian Lake, I can't help smiling. Yes, spring is coming.

The famous Xiaoputuo scenic spot in Ningbo is just above this levee, which is also a must-see spot for many people to visit Dongqian Lake. A white and flawless Guanyin sits on the lake, so sacred.

Water tent camp

Water tent camp is also a place where many tourists punch in at Dongqian Lake, which is located between Hanling and the central dike of the lake. In fact, you can walk from the middle of the lake towards the tent camp on the water, and you can reach it in less than 2 kilometers. There is a large green space and a plank road on the lake. Many families fly kites, swim around the lake and have afternoon tea here, but the cute calf next to the signboard of Dongqian Lake also attracts many people to take photos and punch in, which is not interesting.

Hanling Old Street

This is a popular punching place among many tourist attractions in Dongqian Lake.

A well-preserved typical ancient village in eastern Zhejiang, Hanling Old Street, has a long history and is known as "the first ancient street in eastern Zhejiang". Here are the vast scenery of the South Lake, the quaint and vicissitudes of the century-old street, the streets and alleys with nine songs, and the time flies, and the waves are calm. I like this tranquility too much.

But what I like better is that you can rent Hanfu for the delicious food and small shops here, experience wood art, handcrafting and pottery making, and taste the special Ningbo cuisine.

My accommodation in Dongqian Lake was also chosen in Hanling Old Street, and the persimmon is red and Hanling Courtyard. The B&B is located in the old street, with superior geographical location, duplex rooms, large living room, bedroom on the second floor, complete room facilities and smart projection TV. Breakfast is very rich. Hand-ground coffee smells good. I really like this kind of decoration, which is simple and modern, low-key and luxurious, elegant and quiet.

Address: Dongqianhu Town, Yinzhou District, Ningbo

Opening hours: free all day

Public transportation: Dongqianhu Station of Ningbo Metro Line 4.