Xixi National Wetland Park

Lianhuatan Birdwatching Area

Egret Shadows in Lotus Beach in the Ten Scenic Spots of Xixi 莲花滩观鸟区

The Lotus Beach Birdwatching Area comprises two birdwatching pavilions and one birdwatching tower, making it one of the three major birdwatching zones for ecological education in Xixi Wetland. Surrounded by lush vegetation and a tranquil atmosphere, it provides an ideal location for observing birds from a close distance. This area is considered a "paradise" for numerous birdwatching enthusiasts and photography enthusiasts. Additionally, it serves as an important base for youth ecological education and wildlife conservation education.

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.