Puzhehei Lotus Ponds
普者黑荷塘
Vast lotus ponds bloom across Puzhehei's lakes and wetlands in summer, with pink blossoms and green leaves set against reflections of karst peaks. It is the area's most iconic seasonal sight.
The Puzhehei lakes are shallow and their soil is rich, so wild and cultivated lotuses cover the lake surfaces and wetlands. Known locally as the “10,000-mu lotus ponds,” this is one of the largest lotus landscapes on a highland karst lake in China. Lotuses begin to open in late June and peak in July, when pink and white blooms and emerald leaves carpet the water, with lone peaks mirrored beneath them in a scene like a painting. To enjoy it, take a boat through the lotus leaves, which often rise higher than the boat, or walk the lakeshore and boardwalks on the northwest side of Puzhehei Village. Blossoms look best early in the morning, when the light is soft. Local lotus-leaf feasts, with steamed fish wrapped in lotus leaves, scrambled eggs with lotus flowers, lotus seeds and more, are a seasonal specialty. Lotus season is also Puzhehei's busiest period, so book accommodation well in advance. Note: picking lotus flowers or seed pods is prohibited, and summer UV is strong, so use sun protection.
Opening hours
All day (lotus season June–August)