Encounter Ningbo's "Little Putuo" and embark on a healing journey of blue and green

📌Attraction Introduction

Ningbo Little Putuo, also known as "Xiayu," is the core scenic area of Dongqian Lake Tourist Resort, consisting of the Lake Center Causeway and Xiayu Island. With profound historical and cultural heritage, it boasts attractions like Xiayu Chan Temple and Guanyin Cave dating back over 800 years to the Southern Song Dynasty. The scenic area features the picturesque Taogong Causeway spanning the lake, dividing Dongqian Lake into north and south sections. The iconic Water Guanyin statue, a 10-meter-tall snow-white figure of Moonlight Guanyin, exudes solemnity and compassion. Xiayu Chan Temple showcases ancient architecture and thriving incense offerings, while its Putuo Grotto—a Southern Song Dynasty stone cave—displays exquisitely carved seated Guanyin statues and niches.

📌Location

No. 41, Taogong New Village, Dongqian Lake, Yinzhou District, Ningbo City, Zhejiang Province.

📌Ticket & Opening Hours

Ticket: ¥30. Half-price for children (1.2m-1.5m) and students with ID; free for children under 1.2m and seniors over 70 with ID. Summer hours: 8:00-17:00; winter hours: 8:00-16:00.

📌Itinerary Suggestions

Start by taking a sightseeing bus to pray at Water Guanyin, then visit Xiayu Chan Temple opposite, explore Guanyin Cave and other halls. Stroll along Taogong Causeway to enjoy lake-mountain views, and finally relax with tea at Yuebo Square.

📌Nearby Accommodations

Options include Park Hyatt Ningbo and Hilton Ningbo Dongqian Lake, both offering beautiful surroundings and full amenities.

📌Local Cuisine

Don't miss Ningbo specialties like glutinous rice balls (tangyuan) and roasted vegetable rice cakes.

📌Transportation

Take Bus 901 from Ningbo East Bus Station to the terminal stop "Lake Center Scenic Area."

📌Photography Tips

Capture Water Guanyin with the lake and mountains as backdrop; shoot lake views and causeway panoramas on Taogong Causeway; the big tree near Yuebo Tower is also photogenic.

📌Notes

Apply sun protection and mosquito repellent in summer; maintain quietness and respect religious customs when visiting temples.