Xixi National Wetland Park
In Hangzhou's history, there was a saying of the "Three Xis", referring to Xihu Lake, Xixi Park, and the Xiling Seal Engraver's Society. Historically, Xixi covered an area of about 60 square kilometers, while the currently protected Xixi Wetland spans approximately 10.38 square kilometers. It features three causeways known as Good Fortune, Green, and Longevity Causeways. It is also renowned for its Ten Scenic Views including Snowy Autumn Reeds, The Footprints of Emperor Kangxi at Gao's Mansion, Fishing Village Smoke and Stream, Melodies of Hezhu, Dragon Boat Triumph, Plum Blossom Exploration in Winding Waterways, Persimmons Reflecting on the Water, Egret Shadows in Lotus Beach, Reeds Drifting in Moonlight, and Charm of Hong Garden.
Xixi, also known as Hezhu in ancient times, is characterized by winding waters, surrounded by mountains, famous gardens and ancient temples, with numerous reeds and sandy Xu trees. Historically, Xixi covers an area of about 60 square kilometers, and the total area of Xixi National Wetland Park under protection is about 11.5 square kilometers, which is divided into the eastern wetland ecological protection and cultivation area, the central wetland ecological tourism and leisure area, and the western wetland ecological landscape enclosure area. The importance of Xixi lies in its ecology. In order to strengthen ecological protection, five major ecological protection areas and ecological restoration areas have been established in the wetland, including Feijiadun,Xialongtan, Chaotianmuyang, Baojiadai, and Hejian Port. There is a wetland science exhibition hall at the entrance, and Xixi is still a paradise for birds. The park has multiple bird watching areas and pavilions, presenting visitors with a magnificent scenery of birds flying happily.
