Danjiang Grand View Garden
丹江大观苑
A lakeside scenic area on the north shore of the Danjiangkou Reservoir, where from the upper floors of the pavilions you can look out over the vast blue waters that feed the South-to-North Water Diversion Project.
Danjiang Grand View Garden lies on the north shore of the Danjiangkou Reservoir (Danjiang Lake) in Xichuan County. It is a representative scenic area in the water source region of the Middle Route of the South-to-North Water Diversion Project and a national 4A-level site. The garden is built along the lake shore, with pavilions and towers, Chu culture displays, shoreline paths and boat trips. From the heights you can look out over islands in the lake and the green hills. Admission and boat fares vary, so check on site. Allow 2–3 hours. The garden is about 100 km from Nanyang city centre and 30 km from Xichuan county town. It can be arranged as a one-day trip together with Zuochan Valley and Xiangyan Temple. Swimming and fishing are prohibited in the water source protection area.
Opening hours
About 08:00–17:30
Nearby sights
- Xiangyan Temple, Xichuan
- Zuochan Valley
- Taocha Canal Head (South-North Water Diversion)
- Neixiang County Yamen
- Xixia Dinosaur Relics Park
- Huazhou Academy
- Baotianman
- Shifosi Jade Carving Market, Zhenping