Lotus flowers are blooming early this year in Shenzhen’s Honghu Park (洪湖公园), ahead of the park’s annual lotus flower festival in mid-June.

The early blooming period has already begun, with full blooms expected in about two weeks, according to Meili Shenzhen (美丽深圳), an official WeChat account of Shenzhen’s urban management authorities.

Located within walking distance of two Shenzhen metro stations, Honghu Park in Luohu District features one of the largest lotus-growing areas in southern China. The park is open daily from 6 am to 11 pm, and entrance is free.

For the best viewing experience, visitors are advised to arrive before 9 am to avoid crowds and the heat. It’s also recommended to bring mosquito repellent and umbrellas due to the recent rainy weather.

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How to get there via metro

Exit D1, Shuibei (水贝) Station, Shenzhen Metro Line 3

Exit B, Honghu (洪湖) Station, Shenzhen Metro Line 7

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This article is translated by China Daily from the original report in Chinese as published on Meili Shenzhen (美丽深圳), an official WeChat account of Shenzhen’s urban management authorities.