Dongying Shengli Swan Lake Scenic Area | Shengli Swan Lake, Encounter the Beauty of Swans

Scenic Area Overview

- Scenic Area Features: One of the largest artificial plain reservoir lake areas in Asia, featuring "seven islands, six sceneries, five specialties, two delicacies, and two unique features."

- Best Season: From November to April, a large number of swans gather here, making it the best time to watch swans.

Transportation

- Self-driving: Navigate to the east end of South Second Road, Dongying District, Dongying City, Shandong Province.

Tickets and Opening Hours

- Tickets: Free

- Opening Hours: 7:00–19:00

Tour Route

- Sun Island Tour Route: Start from the south side of the east-west plank road on the island, enjoy the scenic spots such as Baota Mountain and the Great Wall, then head to the main scenic area of the central island, then to the South Sea Scenic Area to see the Cape of Good Hope, and finally to the North Sea Scenic Area to visit the North Sea White Pagoda, Dutch Windmill, and Ostrich Park.

Dining and Accommodation

- Food Recommendations: You can taste lake seafood and local wild vegetables, and also try Dongying's special delicacies in nearby restaurants, such as Yellow River Estuary Crabs and Lijin Water-fried Buns.

- Accommodation Options: You can choose hotels in Dongying City or stay in homestays near the scenic area to enjoy the scenery of Swan Lake in the morning and evening.

Notes

- Watch swans in a civilized manner, do not make loud noises or throw objects to scare the swans.

- The scenic area has a large water area, so keep an eye on children to prevent accidental falls into the water.