[2025 Zhengzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for Zhengzhou Xiliuhu Park - Southern District (Updated Jul)

I don't know when, but a pavilion suddenly appeared in Zhengzhou. Maybe I've been staying home too long, or maybe I haven't been paying attention to the outside world, but I just found out about it today. · 🏯Zhengzhou Qingyun Pavilion, located in the south area of Xiliu Lake, took four years to build and is now complete and free to visit. The plum blossoms under the pavilion are currently in bloom and will continue to be until the end of March. —————— Zhengzhou: Qingyun Pavilion (South Area of Xiliu Lake) —————— 📅Flowering period: Plum blossoms are in full bloom from February to the end of March. 📍Location: Xiliu Lake - South Area, Zhongyuan District, Zhengzhou City 🏯Architecture: Imitation Song Dynasty architecture, 24 meters high —————— 🚇Subway: 1️⃣Line 1 to West Third Ring Road Station, Exit B2, transfer to bus/bike 2️⃣Line 10 to Xiliu Lake South Station, Exit B, enter through the park 3️⃣Bus No. 210 to Xingwan Road Station/Bus No. 44 to Poxin Village Station · 🚗Driving: 1️⃣Navigate to "Qingyun Pavilion" and park on Zhongyuan West Road. 2️⃣Navigate to "Xiliu Lake Southwest Parking Lot" and enter the park. —————— Tour Guide: ✅Qingdi Xunfang: Precisely speaking, it is "Wangbixuan", where you can frame Qingyun Pavilion and Bihong Bridge together. It is currently a relatively niche but photogenic spot. ✅Qianjin Meiling: The plum garden below Qingyun Pavilion, where plum blossoms are now in bloom, offers a great spot to photograph the pavilion and the plum blossoms together. ✅Bihong Bridge: It looks even better when the water overflows. You can also take pictures of Qingyun Pavilion from the bridge. ✅Qingyun Pavilion: Currently, only the first floor is open to the public, and the rest of the building is not yet open. However, the view from the first floor is also very good. · Recommended Route: 👉Enter through West Gate 1 → Wangbixuan → Bihong Bridge → Stone Bridge → Reed Field → Plum Garden → Qingyun Pavilion → Return the same way 👉The entire tour takes about two hours and involves walking, so comfortable shoes are recommended. There is also a small dirt slope, so be careful with children. · Tips: ❤️It is recommended to visit in the morning, as the setting sun is blocked by three buildings in the evening. However, taking pictures of the reeds in the evening is also quite nice. ❤️It is crowded on weekends. If you want to take pictures, it is recommended to visit on a working day or early in the morning. ❤️Qingyun Pavilion was lit up on New Year's Day. There is no lighting ceremony on weekdays, but Bihong Bridge will be lit up at 7pm.

#cherryblossom25 #china #zhengzhou #spring The petals fell like whispered secrets, each one a silent invitation to slow down. At Xiliu Lake in Zhengzhou, the cherry blossoms bloomed not in grand orchards, but in quiet clusters—nature’s delicate punctuation along the water’s edge. Unlike the crowded sakura spots of Japan, here, I had entire stretches of pink-dappled shoreline to myself. An elderly fisherman cast his line beneath the blossoms, his stillness mirroring the tranquility of the scene. Nearby, a young artist sat cross-legged, sketching the way sunlight filtered through petals onto the lake’s surface. I wandered off the main path, where a single, gnarled cherry tree leaned over the water, its reflection doubling the beauty. By late afternoon, the breeze picked up, sending flurries of petals skimming across the lake like pink foam. A lone egret took flight, its white wings brushing the floral haze. In that moment, Xiliu Lake wasn’t just a place to see cherry blossoms—it was a place to “feel” them

Zhengzhou's Xiliuhu Park, an urban oasis that blends industrial heritage with ecological restoration, will host a visual feast of plum blossoms, magnolias, cherry blossoms, and crabapples in March and April. Stroll among the Soviet-style red brick walls and the scenery of lakes and mountains, where you can experience the subtle fragrance of the Qianjin Plum Ridge and encounter the dreamy light and shadows of the Cherry Blossom Tunnel. Every shot you take will be a spring masterpiece. 🌺 Must-Do Guide and In-Depth Experience Flower Viewing Map: • Plum Blossom Secret Realm: The Zhusha plum blossoms and green calyx plum blossoms in the Qianjin Plum Ridge in the southern area are in full bloom. More than 1,600 plum trees create an immersive plum blossom viewing experience. Combined with the wetland reeds and century-old trees, it creates a tranquil and vibrant early spring atmosphere. • Magnolia Encounter: The Bicolor Yulan magnolias in Jingwei Square are in full bloom. White magnolias and purple magnolias bloom in succession, forming a stunning picture of magnolias reflecting the spring water, along with the upcoming crabapple blossoms. • Cherry Blossom Tunnel: The Tokyo cherry blossoms and late-blooming cherry blossoms on Cherry Blossom Avenue in the east park are expected to enter their peak season in mid-April, which will be even more dreamy with the lights and shadows of the Ferris wheel. Fun Interactions: • Lakeside Bird Watching: You can observe egrets, night herons, and other water birds along the lakeside wooden boardwalk. Photography enthusiasts can bring telephoto lenses to capture the agile moments of these fairies on the water. • children's play area: The open lawn in the Jialu Fenghua scenic area in the northern area is suitable for picnics and kite flying. The rainbow slide and magic castle provide all-weather entertainment for families with children. 🍜 Food Map and Accommodation Recommendations Local Flavors: • Dongzhai Men Clay Pot Chicken (Zhongyuan Wanda Branch): Clay pot chicken with baked pancakes, approx. CNY 60 per person, rich in sauce. • Huxi Courtyard: Kiln pizza with casserole beef brisket. The open-air seats surrounded by green plants are suitable for sunbathing and daydreaming, approx. CNY 80 per person. • Yellow River Carp (Zijing Mountain Branch): The fish is soft, sinewy, and not fishy. The classic "1 fish + 1 rice" set meal is approx. CNY 80 per person. Recommended Accommodation: • Art and Retro: Manhattan Plaza Hotel (Trip.com from CNY 350/night), the corridor retains elements of the old textile factory and is a 5-minute walk to the park. • High-End Experience: InterContinental Hotel Zhengzhou Dennis (Trip.com from CNY 1,200/night), the rooms overlook the Jinshui River and are suitable for business travelers. 💰 Tickets and Opening Hours • Free Admission: No ticket is required for the park itself. Separate tickets are required for some special exhibitions or activities. • Opening Hours: 6:30–22:00 (extended to 22:30 in summer), may be extended during special exhibitions such as the plum blossom exhibition. 🚌 Transportation Guide • Subway: Line 1 to Xiliuhu Station (Exit B, North Area) or West Third Ring Road Station (South Area), Line 10 to Xiliuhu South Station. • Self-Driving: Navigate to the "Xiliuhu Park parking lot". It is recommended to arrive before 9:00 am on weekends. Temporary parking is available on the surrounding Huxi Road and Kaixuan Road. • Bus: G12 and 302 to Zhaopo Xincun Station, S170 to Zhongyuan West Road Station. Here, you can appreciate both the elegance of plum blossoms being slightly inferior to snow in whiteness and the romance of cherry blossoms falling at a speed of five centimeters per second. This spring, why not use the lake as paper and record Zhengzhou's "steel tenderness" and "floral time" with your lens? 🌸🎨

#cherryblossom25 #flowerseason #zhengzhou #china Cherry blossoms are just the opening act at Xiliu Lake. Behind the pink spectacle lies a springtime ritual few travelers notice—the synchronized dance of nature and local life. On my visit, I discovered Zhengzhou’s quieter side, where blossoms aren’t just admired but woven into daily rhythms. Fishermen cast their lines under flowering branches, their ripples blending with falling petals. An elderly couple practiced tai chi by the water, their movements fluid as the drifting blooms. The real magic? The lake’s micro-seasons. Early mornings revealed dewdrops clinging to petals like diamonds; afternoons brought kite-flyers whose colorful shapes soared above the pink haze. I followed a side path to a secluded grove where artists sketched the scene—their canvases a testament to the lake’s quiet inspiration.

#cherryblossom25 #china #flowerseason #zhengzhou The petals fell like delicate pink snowflakes, brushing my cheeks as I wandered beneath the cotton-candy hues of Xiliu Lake’s cherry blossoms. In Zhengzhou, where urban bustle fades into serene waterscapes, this hidden gem transforms into a watercolor dream each spring. Unlike Japan’s crowded sakura spots, Xiliu Lake offered solitude—a rare luxury where I could hear the blossoms sigh in the breeze. The trees arched over the lakeside path, their branches weaving a floral tunnel. I paused by a lone bench, watching sunlight dapple the water through the pink-filtered canopy. Locals picnicked quietly, their laughter soft as the rustling petals. A photographer crouched low, capturing a single bloom’s reflection in the lake—a fleeting moment of perfection.

I must admit my ignorance, having lived in Zhengzhou without knowing it had its own "Pavilion of Prince Teng." Located in the south area of West Lihu Lake, the Qingyun Pavilion, which took four years to build, was completed at the end of last year. While the interior isn't open to the public yet, you can still enjoy the view from the observation deck. —————— 🏯West Lihu Lake, Zhengzhou: Visitor Information —————— 🌸Spring Flower Viewing: Plum blossoms are in full bloom in February–March (view plum blossoms at Qianjin Meiling Ridge). 🚗Driving: The parking lot tends to fill up quickly. Consider parking on Zhongyuan West Road/Kaixuan Road. 🚌Public Transportation: Take Line 1 to West Third Ring Road Station or Line 10 to West Lihu South Station. —————— 📷Photo Spots ✅Qingdi Xunfang 👉Enter West Lihu Lake through West Gate 1. The Wangbixuan Pavilion is nearby. Inside the pavilion, you can take photos of the Bihong Bridge and Qingyun Pavilion together. This area is less crowded, so it's recommended to take photos here first before exploring the park. Using a telephoto lens is ideal (around 100mm focal length). 👉The lawn next to the pavilion is also a good spot for group photos, offering views of the bend in West Lihu Lake and the Qingyun Pavilion in the distance. The grass is still yellow now, but it will look even more spring-like when it greens up. · ✅Qianjin Meiling Ridge 👉Enter West Lihu Lake through East Gate 1, at the foot of the Qingyun Pavilion. There are three or four clusters of plum trees here, perfect for low-angle shots that evoke a Kyoto-like feel. It's best to arrive early for photos, as the area gets crowded on weekend afternoons and evenings, and the light fades after 4–5 pm. 👉Don't miss the Qingyun Pavilion. While the interior isn't open yet, you can access the first-floor observation deck. Be mindful of power lines and kite strings in the vicinity, especially if you're flying a drone. —————— 🗺️Suggested Routes 🌸Flower Viewing Route: Enter through West Lihu South Gate 1 → Liuyunxuan Pavilion → Tianhe Pavilion → Children's Play Area → Qianjin Meiling Ridge → Yumei Pavilion → Qingyun Pavilion → Exit through East Gate 1. 🌸Cross-Lake Route: Enter through West Lihu West Gate 1 → Wangbixuan Pavilion → Bihong Bridge → Yinyuxuan Pavilion → Baoji Pavilion (under maintenance) → Qianjin Meiling Ridge → Yumei Pavilion → Qingyun Pavilion → Exit through East Gate 1. · ❤️Tips 1️⃣The east gate of West Lihu Lake is still under construction and inaccessible by car. Don't waste your time trying to go that way. 2️⃣The plum blossoms at West Lihu Lake come in white, red, pink, and reportedly even green. 3️⃣For the best views of the plum blossoms, avoid the main roads. Enter through the south gate and take the smaller paths. 4️⃣Pets are not allowed in the park, so it's best to leave them at home.

I found this park on my last day, and while I was walking around the lake there were many small buildings, interesting features, just a lovely place to check out.

| Xiliu Lake in the south is a great place to visit. Enter from the entrance on Zhongyuan Road to reach the south of the park The road is flat, no need to climb stairs See the red and yellow woods The light and shadow of the sunset A great place to relax