East Lake Wuhan
East Lake Wuhan — cherry blossoms and lotus flowers on China's largest urban lake
- Time needed
- 2-4 hours
- Rating
- AA
Overview
East Lake (Donghu) in Wuhan is China's largest urban lake, covering 33 square kilometres in the eastern part of the city. The lake is surrounded by scenic parks and gardens that are particularly beautiful during cherry blossom season (late March) and lotus flower season (July). The East Lake Greenway — a 100-kilometre cycling and walking path circling the lake — is one of China's finest urban cycling routes.
Plan your visit
Best time to visit
Late March for cherry blossoms. July for lotus flowers.
Getting there
Metro Line 8 to Donghu Road station. Multiple bus routes serve the lake.
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