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A romantic trip to see swans: Enjoy the beautiful sunset over the Yellow River.

📸 This is a quiet and romantic journey. Here, you can see thousands of swans, the magnificent sunset over the Yellow River, the first dam of the Yellow River, the place where Laozi wrote the Tao Te Ching, and the junction of Henan, Shaanxi, and Shanxi provinces. You will feel like you are in a fairy tale world. 📍 Sanmenxia Swan Lake Wetland Park is located in Sanmenxia City, Henan Province. Every year from late October to March, tens of thousands of swans from Siberia spend the winter here. It is also known as the "City of Swans"! 👍 Recommended reasons 1. 🎫 Free admission: No tickets are required, so you can easily enjoy the natural beauty. 2. 🦢 Swan watching: Get close to swans and feel the magic of nature. 3. 🌅 Sunset over the Yellow River: The magnificent sunset is unforgettable. 4. 🎉 Various activities: In addition to watching swans, you can also take a cruise, enjoy hot springs, and more. 🚗 Transportation guide 🛣️ Self-driving: Navigate to "Swan Lake Wetland Park North Gate", about 2 hours from Xi'an. 🚌 Public transportation: Take bus No. 101 from Sanmenxia City to "Swan Lake Wetland Park" station. 📌 Recommended places to visit 1. 🚪 North Gate: The largest number of swans, accompanied by red-billed gulls, is suitable for taking photos. 2. 🚪 East Gate: There is a swan viewing platform where you can get close to swans. 3. 🚢 Yellow River Swan Cruise: Take a cruise to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Yellow River. In winter, you can also hear the sound of the frozen Yellow River breaking. 4. 🌆 Sanhe Square: Enjoy the sunset over the Yellow River, which is spectacular. 🗓️ Travel route planning 🌅 Morning Arrive at the North Gate of Swan Lake Wetland Park Walk along the plank road to the East Gate to watch swans up close Go to the Yellow River Highway to feel the beauty of the Yellow River 🌆 Afternoon Take the Yellow River Swan Cruise to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Yellow River Return to the North Gate and visit the small museum Watch the sunset over the Yellow River and take beautiful photos 💰 Ticket prices and opening hours 🎫 Tickets: Free Swan Cruise: 80/person, online discount. ⏰ Opening hours: Open all day, the best viewing time is from November to March 🏨 Accommodation guide 1. 🛏️ Gaoyang Mountain Hot Spring Homestay: Experience hot springs and relax. 2. 🏨 Sanmenxia City Hotel: Well-equipped and moderately priced. 🍽️ What to eat Sanmenxia snacks: Try local specialties, such as Mashi, Hupu, Miandou, and Green Bean Noodles. 📝 Tips 1. Swans are most active before 9 am and after 4 pm, so it is recommended to arrive early. 2. The temperature by the river is low in winter, so keep warm. 3. You can bring some corn cobs to feed the swans. 4. Do not litter and protect the environment.
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Posted: Nov 30, 2024
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