Xingjiacun Lotus Wetlands

★ 4.8

(3500 reviews)

A hidden ecological wetland village along the northern basin of Lake Fuxian, famous for massive fields of blooming pink lotuses.

⚡ Vibe Coastal Escape

💰 Cost Free

🏃 Effort Moderate Walking

Snap' Description

Discover the idyllic hidden oasis of Xingjiacun Lotus Wetlands. Tucked away along the tranquil northern agricultural plains of the Lake Fuxian basin, this ecological sanctuary features wooden boardwalks winding through hundreds of acres of flooded lotus fields. Framed by distant karst mountain ridges, it offers a stunning, completely peaceful escape into rural nature.

Getting There

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Metro Info

Kunming South Railway Station + 1.2h Private Car

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Taxi Address

玉溪市澄江市右所镇星家村

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💎 Insider Tips

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Visit specifically between July and August to see the massive lotus fields completely in bloom with thousands of giant pink blossoms.
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Local villagers offer short, hand-paddled wooden boat trips right through the deep lotus fields for unique close-up photos.
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Try the freshly picked 'Lotus Seeds' (Lianzi) sold by local farming stalls—they are sweet, crisp, and incredibly refreshing.
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The wetland is highly pristine and non-commercialized; ensure you pack your own pool basin clean to protect the water.