Photos of Dongqian Lake

Dongqian Lake is located in southeast outskirts of Ningbo. Its surface area is three to four times larger than that of Hangzhou's West Lake. The most notable points of interest of Dongqian Lake are clustered on the Huanhu East Road. In contrast, Little Putuo, also a very popular place of interest, is a causeway in the middle of the lake. The Xiayu Buddhist Temple, which is located in the center of the lake, always receives many visitors, who come to burn incense and pray for blessings. To enjoy the beauty of Donggqian lake, one can cycle around the lake, while admiring the scenery and stopping for photographs. One can leisurely enjoy the beautiful lake and mountain landscapes along the coast, and admire the local villages. There are dedicated bicycle paths along the edge the lake. In addition, the tourism office can provide bicycle route recommendations tailored to the needs of different types of people.