Visit the "Hidden Gem of Hangzhou" with 50,000 Plum Trees in 2025!

What flowers should you see in February and March? We recommend plum blossoms, the most famous of China's top ten flowers. Plum blossoms are one of the "Four Gentlemen" along with orchids, bamboo, and chrysanthemums, and one of the "Three Friends of Winter" along with pine and bamboo. Plum blossoms bloom in late winter and early spring. Their branches are ancient and gnarled, making them especially valuable as bonsai or garden trees. They are beloved and cherished by people, and there are many places to see them. In 2025, plum blossoms will be in full bloom, and we recommend visiting the "Hidden Gem of Hangzhou" with 50,000 plum trees. A free shuttle bus is available, so get ready to visit! The place we want to introduce is Hangzhou Chaoshan Scenic Area, a national 4A-level scenic area with an area of 6.01 square kilometers. The main peak, Chaoshan, is 265 meters above sea level. It is named for its prominence among the Gaoting and Huanghe mountains. Historically, Chaoshan has been famous for its plum blossoms, which are known for their age, abundance, and uniqueness. Every early spring in February, the buds burst into bloom, and the white flowers spread like jade. The white flowers stretch for more than ten miles, like snowflakes flying in the sky. It is known as the "Ten Miles of Fragrant Snow" and is one of the three best places to see plum blossoms in Jiangnan. It is also home to two of the five ancient plum trees, the Tang Plum and the Song Plum. Now, the "Hidden Gem of Hangzhou" with 50,000 plum trees is already in the "snowflake" stage, and it won't be long before the flowers are in full bloom. The 17th Hangzhou Chaoshan Plum Blossom Festival in 2025 is in full swing, with four major sections: "Fun to Visit," "Delicious Food," "Fun to Play," and "Camping." It's a great time to visit! For first-time visitors, you can follow this route: Chaoshan East Garden Entrance - Fragrant Snow Sea Lawn (White Plum Forest) - Wenyu Pavilion - Meizhu Bay/Meizi Island - Plum Blossom Road - Song Plum Pavilion (Song Plum) - Daming Hall (Tang Plum) - Wu Changshuo Memorial Hall - West Garden (New Plum Mountain) - Return, or Chaoshan West Wharf - Take a boat to Tangqi Ancient Town. There are three main areas to visit: 1. Ancient Plum Trees: The Tang Plum has gnarled branches, and the Song Plum has red and white flowers. Visit two of the five ancient plum trees to see the traces of time and the charm of plum blossoms. It's unforgettable! 2. Ten Miles of Plum Blossoms: When exploring the plum blossoms, look closely. They have six petals, while ordinary plum blossoms have five petals. They are as delicate as snowflakes! 3. Daming Hall: In the "Daming Hall" area, there are various markets, performances, and plum blossom cultural activities during the annual Plum Blossom Festival. It's a great place to visit! If you have more time, you can also visit the East Garden Commercial Street for food and entertainment, go to the North Garden Lake Island/Chaoshan Deer Camp for tea and photos, and participate in the Chaoshan Scenic Area Photography Contest! After a visit, everyone will have a great time! Transportation: Self-driving: Navigate to "Chaoshan East Gate Parking Lot" for direct access! Subway: Take Metro Line 1 to [Linping] Station, transfer to Bus 786, and go directly to the scenic area (Diemaqiao Station). Shuttle Bus: During the Plum Blossom Festival, there is a shuttle bus (8:30-17:30) connecting the parking lot and attractions, with a frequency of 10-20 minutes. It's very convenient! We especially recommend the "Chaoshan Shuttle Bus," which departs from the "Linping Tourist Distribution Center" and circles the entire Chaoshan Scenic Area, allowing you to enjoy the plum blossoms along the way. The entire route takes about 40 minutes, with a 20-minute interval on weekdays and a 10-minute interval on holidays and weekends. In addition, this shuttle bus is free! This shuttle bus is free! This shuttle bus is free! So, if you have time, don't miss it! Hangzhou Chaoshan Scenic Area Practical Information: Tickets are CNY 40, free with the Hangzhou Cultural Tourism Card, CNY 25 for children/students, CNY 35 for on-site purchase at the distribution center, CNY 10 for sightseeing cars, CNY 100 for a boat, and open from 08:00-17:00. It is located on Xiaobai Line, Linping District, Hangzhou. You can take the shuttle bus during the Plum Blossom Festival. Self-driving and chartered tours are recommended. What do you think? Are you interested in Hangzhou Chaoshan Scenic Area? Feel free to leave a comment!