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Ask a QuestionWuxi is not as famous as Nanjing, Hangzhou, and Suzhou. But it is the best place to see the most beautiful lake in China - Taihu Lake. It is a city belonged to Taihu Lake. Boating on the lake, walking along the lake, and climbing the hill around the lake, all of the attractions in Wuxi are surrounded by the Lake.
Besides lake, the lifestyle here is also leisure. Go to the Chong’an Temple or Nanchan Temple to find the delicious snacks in the lunch time. And then, a leisure walk to those interesting shops in the afternoon. Wuxi, titled as the pearl of Taihu Lake or a small Shanghai, has been existed since Shang Dynasty. So it is an ancient city to see the most elegant taste of the Jiangnan (area on the southern Yangtze River delta).
Recommended Destinations: Yuantouzhu Scenic Area, Li Garden, Huishan Ancient Town
Spring (Mar - May): although Wuxi is in a changeable weather, Spring is the best time to see the plum blossom, azalea, orchid. It is the best time to have a hiking to appreciate the blossoms. In March, the peach blossoms will be beautiful and attractive in Li Garden in Wuxi, and you can see the red peach blossoms and green willows in the Southern Causeway in Li Garden. The cherry blossoms in Yuantouzhu Scenic Area in March and April will be charming and wonderful. Spring is a good time to visit the area of the south of the Yangtze River with warm climate. In spring, the weather starts to get warm, and the various flowers will bloom in Wuxi.
Recommended Destinations: Li Garden, Huishan Ancient Town
Summer (Jun - Aug): it is a comparative hot season, but it is the time to see lotus in Taihu Lake, and also pay a visit to Changguang Wetland Park. During this period, you can eat so many fruits such as peaches and grapes. Summer is also a good time to visit Wuxi. Walking around the Huishan Ancient Town, you can avoid the heat in summer and know about the history and cultural heritage of Wuxi. You can also know about the clay figurines at the China Clay Figurine Museum in the Huishan Ancient Town. In summer, you can enjoy the lotus blossoms in Li Garden as well as admire the architectures of the garden. You can take the yaolu boat on the river of the Huishan Ancient Town to experience the charm of the water town of China. On a clear day, you can have a panoramic view of the Wuxi at the top of the Xishan Mountain in Huishan Ancient Town.
Recommended Destinations: Yuantouzhu Scenic Area, Li Garden, Huishan Ancient Town, Plum Garden
Autumn (Sept - Nov): it is the golden travel season in Wuxi because of the fine weather. The sunny and cool days will ensure a comfortable temperature for visitors. Autumn is a good time to visit Wuxi with cool weather. You can see the most beautiful colors of leaves in autumn in Wuxi including green, yellow, golden, red, etc. In autumn, you can visit the golden ginkgo trees at the Huishan Ancient Town. You can also enjoy the colorful autumn leaves like maple leaves and ginkgo leaves at Yuantouzhu Scenic Area, Li Garden and the Plum Garden. In autumn, you can stroll around the classical gardens in Wuxi like the Jichang Garden in the Huishan Ancient Town and Li Garden.
Recommended Destinations: Plum Garden, Li Garden, Huishan Ancient Town
Winter (Dec - Feb): it is cold and wet, suitable for enjoying the hot spring or visiting Mt. Lingshan. In January, the plums in the Plum Garden in Wuxi start to bloom, and you can enjoy the fragrance of the plums in the Plum garden. And you can also enjoy the plum blossoms at the Li Garden in Wuxi. In February, the plum blossoms at the Plum Garden are still beautiful. In winter, if you are lucky enough, you may see the snow scenery in Wuxi. During the snowy time, you can see the Li Garden becoming more beautiful, and the Yuantouzhu Scenic Area and the Plum Garden are also charming.
Wearing T-shirts in Summer and coats in Winter. And also, it is frequently to meet rainy days in Winter. So better to keep warm and be careful for the low temperature outdoors.
From Spring to early Summer (Mar to early Jul), it is rainy season as well. Long-sleeve shirts and a jacket will be fine.
► Plum Blossom Festival
Place: Plum garden Mt. Hengshan scenic area
Time: Jan - Mar
Plum Garden is the unique garden in the world to plant all kinds of plums inside. During the Spring Festival period, you can not only see the plum blossoms but also take a part in the Spring Festival activities.
► Cherry Blossom Festival
Place: In Tortoise Head Garden
Time: Late Mar to Apr
There are more than 30,000 cherry tress in Tortoise Head Garden. It is the largest scale cherry planting base in China. And till now, it is titled as one of the top 3 cherry gardens in the world.
► Azalea Festival
Place: In Xihui Park
Time: Apr - Jun
There are 300 kinds of azalea and 500 azalea bonsai. Besides, there are various kinds of flowers can be found in Xihui Park. It is a festival to have a outdoor picnic.
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