East Lake Wuhan

East Lake Wuhan — cherry blossoms and lotus flowers on China's largest urban lake

Qianyi L.
By Qianyi L.·Updated May 2026·10 min read
East Lake cherry blossoms and pavilion, Wuhan, China
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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