During the weekend, I planned to find a place with mountains and water to relax. Many friends focused their attention on Dongqian Lake in Ningbo.
When talking about Dongqian Lake, you can’t avoid the legendary Xiao Putuo Scenic Area.
Many people who go there hope to know the exact location, know how to get there by bus, know the price of tickets, and it is best to get a number for consultation.
Today, I will sort out what I know about the situation from my personal trip, starting from historical allusions to traffic parking, from beginning to end, to ensure that you have a clear understanding after reading it.
Eight hundred years of filial piety story
When it comes to Little Putuo of Dongqian Lake, the thing that most arouses people's constant discussion is not the scenery there, but a touching legend about filial piety.
Shi Hao was worried that his mother was old and weak and could not withstand the wind and waves, so he took action and summoned craftsmen with exquisite skills to quietly dig a grotto on Xiayu Island in Dongqian Lake.
After the hole was dug, he coaxed his mother to board the boat and drifted in the lake for three days. Listening to the sound of the waves hitting the side of the boat made her feel that she had really arrived at Mount Putuo.
This grotto, now called Butuo Cave, also has another name called Guanyin Cave. From now on, more than 800 years have passed. It has left its mark in the long river of history and has a history of more than 800 years until now.
The length of the entire cave is more than forty meters, and the height of the entire cave is about three meters. The stone-carved Guanyin statue inside the cave has smooth and full lines, and the craftsmanship is quite exquisite.
In view of this allusion, Xiayu Island was named "Little Putuo", and the scenic spot got its name from this.
Lake Center Embankment and Xiayu Temple
Now the core area where everyone goes to play is composed of two parts: <a href='湖心堤'>Huxindi and <a href='小普陀'>Xiaoputuo .
There is a embankment in the middle of the lake, which local people are accustomed to calling Qian Embankment. It was built in 1976 and divides Dongqian Lake into South Lake and North Lake.
Walking on the embankment and looking to both sides, the water surface is open and sparkling when the weather is good.
The big stone is located at the entrance of the scenic spot. It is engraved with the inscription "Charm of Xizi, Spirit of Taihu Lake" written by Mr. Guo Moruo. These eight words vividly present the spirit of Dongqian Lake and summarize its temperament quite accurately.
Walking along the embankment to the center of the lake, you can see <a href='霞屿禅寺'>Xiayu Temple .
This ancient temple adjacent to Butuo Cave was built by Shi Hao specifically for his mother to chant sutras and worship Buddha. Its incense has always been very strong.
The temple is built on Xiayu Island, surrounded by water on three sides and against Erling Mountain in the north. It has a quiet environment.
Whether you are a believer or an ordinary tourist, you can feel the tranquility when you go in and walk around.
Ticket policy and opening instructions
Many people conduct searches related to the phone number of scenic spots on the Internet. The scenic spot they are searching for is specifically the Dongqian Lake Xiaoputuo Scenic Area. The main purpose of their search is to confirm the tickets and the actual opening status of the scenic spot.
At present, the preferential policies implemented by the scenic spot are as follows: children under 1.2 meters in height, people with physical disabilities, active military personnel, elders aged 70 and over, can all enter the scenic spot and the park for free with their ID cards or seniority-related documents, as well as the group of reporters holding press cards that can be used nationwide.
Children between 1.2 meters and 1.5 meters in height can buy child tickets.
It should be noted that tickets must be purchased online the day before. Once purchased, they can only be used on the day of entry, and they will only have a one-way entry permit. Once you come out, you must purchase the ticket again if you want to enter again.
In addition, some catering or experience items in the scenic area, such as boat rides and snacks, need to be paid separately. You can voluntarily purchase them on site based on personal needs.
Before setting off, it is best to check the announcement of the scenic spot on that day again, just in case, in case some projects are temporarily under maintenance and not open, you can be prepared.
How to get there by bus
Let’s talk about public transportation first.
There are many types of vehicles going to Dongqian Lake Town. For example, there are 906 roads that can reach it, 902 roads that can go there, 903 roads that can go there, 905 roads that can get there, 106 roads that can get there, and the so-called 620 road that can get there.
If you want to go to places like Fuquan Mountain and Shili Sixiang, you can take bus 960.
There is a bus line called No. 966 that goes around the lake. The fare for a single person is three yuan. The route passes through many scenic spots along the lake, which is suitable for friends who want to visit step by step.
If you choose to drive by yourself, start at Metro Road, then drive on the Hangzhou-Ningbo Expressway. When you leave the expressway, turn to Qianhu North Road to reach it.
There is a parking lot at the entrance of the scenic spot. The reference price is 10 yuan per time, and the number of parking spaces is about 100. If you go there on the weekend, it is recommended to start a little earlier, otherwise it may take some time to find a parking space.
Intimate reminders for travel
There is a scenic spot, Dongqian Lake Xiaoputuo Scenic Spot, with a total area of nearly 200,000 square meters. It was opened to the public during the National Day in 2002. It is one of the earliest scenic spots to be opened in the Dongqian Lake Tourist Resort.
Remember to wear a pair of comfortable shoes when you go, because you have to walk a lot along the embankment in the middle of the lake.
If you are traveling with the elderly or children, you may consider renting a scooter near the entrance.
The most suitable time to take photos is in the evening, when the setting sun is reflected on the lake surface, and combined with the images of the mountains in the distance, it is extremely easy to take excellent photos.
In addition, one thing you need to pay attention to is that the wind near the lake can sometimes be quite strong, especially in spring and autumn, so it is best to bring a jacket.
If you want to know the contact information of the scenic spot, the safest way is to directly search for "Dongqian Lake Xiaoputuo Scenic Spot" in the map software. In this way, the latest official phone number and business status will be displayed.
It is always more appropriate to spend a minute to confirm before going first than to find out that it is not turned on or that the policy has changed when you arrive at the door.
I hope that with this guide, everyone can have a smoother playing experience, immerse in and appreciate the filial piety that has been passed down for eight hundred years, and the unique charm brought by the lakes and mountains.
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