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Wuxi Longsi Ecological Park, located at the foot of Junzhang Mountain in the Shanshuicheng Tourist Resort, covers 1,500 mu (approximately 1,500 mu) and is surrounded by verdant mountains, lush vegetation, and melodious bird songs, maintaining a high-quality ecological environment. It is currently a National AAA-level scenic spot and a National Agricultural Tourism Demonstration Site. The park features the ancient Longsi Temple (also known as Chengxing Temple), a majestic and bustling temple. Building upon this millennia-old temple, Longsi Ecological Park integrates the beautiful natural environment of mountains and rivers with tea plantations, creating a tranquil retreat where Buddhist worship and tea tasting blend seamlessly.
Various flowers are planted in the garden, with national-color peonies, romantic roses, perennial flowers, flower corridors, gorgeous hydrangea viewing areas and colorful aquatic flower belts as flower viewing features, creating a flower theme garden in Wuxi that is different from other tourist attractions in terms of viewing features.
The park is also planted with a variety of fruit trees such as tea, bayberry, loquat, drunken plum, peach, grape, persimmon, ginkgo, winter jujube, chestnut, sweet potato, etc., and has opened up a farm activity area where you can pick tea and fruits, fish by the lake, taste Taihu delicacies, drink tea in the wooden house, have barbecue gatherings, CS development, tent camping, climb mountains and view the lake, etc. It is a comprehensive modern ecological agricultural technology demonstration park integrating flower viewing, ecological sightseeing, science education, cultural tourism, mountain and water enjoyment, and leisure and entertainment.
Climate: This region has a subtropical monsoon climate, suitable for human habitation. Located primarily on the Pacific Ocean edge, it experiences hot summers with abundant rainfall and mild winters with little rainfall. This subtropical monsoon climate region boasts abundant thermal resources, with an average annual temperature between 13°C and 20°C.
Travel time: All seasons are suitable for travel
Play time: 1-2 hours
Rose Garden
The rose garden covers an area of 19,548 square meters, about 30 acres.
Wisteria Corridor
The pergola is based on bricks, with a hollow top and a total length of about 462 meters. It passes through the Rose Garden, Maple Leaf Garden, and Peony Garden, and has multiple connecting entrances and exits to each specialized garden, making it convenient for tourists to enter and exit and thus forming multiple viewing nodes.
Chengxing Temple
Chengxing Temple, formerly known as Fuze Temple and also known as Dragon Temple, is located in Longsi Valley on Zhangshan Mountain in the south of Xin. Its tranquil environment has long been a treasured Buddhist site for self-cultivation. The ancient poet Xue Fuxiu composed the "Ode to Fuze Temple," praising the "hundred-foot well in front of the Dragon Temple, its deep, undisturbed waters and beautiful color."
Lingguan Temple
Located at the foot of Junzhang Mountain within the Longsi Ecological Park, Lingguan Hall is the foreground of Guandi Temple. Legend has it that Lingguan Hall was built in the early Ming Dynasty by a Taoist named Qian. The hall houses a statue of Wang Lingguan, also known as Wang Shu, the Heavenly General of the Fire Palace, a deity revered in Taoism.
Zhenwu Temple Ruins
The Zhenwu Temple is located atop Junzhang Mountain within the ecological park. In the early Ming Dynasty, the summit was known as the Jade Emperor Terrace. During the Chongzhen reign (1628-1644), the monk Chen Wangpo built the front hall and rear building. In the 14th year of the Kangxi reign (1675), the monk Lingbo rebuilt the front hall.
Baiguoyuan
Longsi Fruit Garden covers an area of 500 acres and mainly grows white tea, loquat, drunken plum, bayberry, peach, grape, Cuiguan pear, persimmon, winter jujube, chestnut, ginkgo, sweet potato, etc.
Longsi Scenic Area Price: 35 yuan/person
Opening hours: 8:00-17:00
Longsi Ecological Park is a nature reserve designed to showcase the region's rich biodiversity and to promote ecological conservation. The park emphasizes sustainable practices and provides a habitat for a variety of plant and animal species.
Longsi Ecological Park is located in Wuxi, Jiangsu Province. You can reach the park by taxi from Wuxi city center (about 20-30 minutes). Public buses also connect the area, but taxis provide the quickest access.
The park is open daily from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The best times to visit are during spring and autumn when the weather is mild and the flora is at its most vibrant.
The entrance fee is approximately 30 CNY per person. Tickets can be purchased on-site at the park's entrance. Online booking is not typically required.
Advance booking is not necessary unless you are visiting during a peak holiday season. You can usually buy tickets directly at the entrance.
A visit to Longsi Ecological Park typically takes about 2-3 hours to fully explore, including time to walk around, enjoy the exhibits, and relax by the lakes.
Guided tours are available in Mandarin, and can be arranged at the entrance. There are no audio guides in other languages currently.
The lakes and ponds in the park provide some of the best views, especially in the early morning or late afternoon when the light is soft. The elevated areas along the walking trails also offer great panoramas of the park's natural beauty.
Night visits and light shows are not typically offered at Longsi Ecological Park. The park mainly operates during daylight hours, focusing on natural beauty and ecological education.
The park can get moderately crowded on weekends and public holidays. The least crowded times are on weekdays, particularly in the mornings.
There are public restrooms, water stations, and a few small shops selling snacks and drinks. Rest areas are scattered throughout the park for visitors to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
The park is generally accessible for elderly and children, with paved walking paths and rest areas. However, some trails may have uneven surfaces, making them more challenging for those with limited mobility.
Both cash and mobile payments (like Alipay and WeChat Pay) are accepted at the entrance and in most shops around the park.
There are a few local restaurants near the entrance of the park, offering traditional Chinese cuisine. For more options, Wuxi city center is just a short drive away.
Vegetarian options are available at some local eateries. Halal food may be more limited in this area, but Wuxi city has a few restaurants catering to halal diets.
Yes, there are souvenir shops near the entrance, selling local handicrafts, traditional Chinese teas, and small eco-themed gifts.
You can take a taxi or use public transport to explore more of Wuxi city. Taxis provide the most convenient option for continuing your trip.
