Mochouhu Park ​- local park with over 1,500 years of history

Last Update: 15th October 2020
Covering an area of more than 58 hectares, Mochouhu Park was originally built in the Six Dynasties (222 – 589). The Lake of Mochou is called “the first lake in the south of the lower reaches of the Yangtze River. Overlooking from the high point, the lake looks like a heart. The park features exquisite buildings and diverse trees and flowers to enjoy.

Mochouhu Park Fast Facts

  • Chinese Name: Mochouhu Gongyuan (莫愁湖公园)
  • Area: 58.36 x hectares
  • Things to do there: Photography, Nature, Architecture, History and Culture
  • Who visits: Photographers, Nature Lovers, Architects, History and Culture Lovers
  • Time required: 1 – 2 x hours

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What to expect at the Mochouhu Park
Rebuilt in 1871, the two-storey Shengqi Building features calligraphy and painting works by celebrities. You’ll find the portrait of Zhu Yuanzhang (1328 – 1398) on the first floor. Old Mahogany furniture adds more attractions to the building.
It is said that Yujin Hall is the former residence of Mo Chou, from which the name of the park comes. The statue of the lady in the living room is doing embroidery at the round table. The Mahogany furniture in late Qing Dynasty (1644 – 1912) is well-preserved there.
In the lake of the pool in front of the building is the white marble of Mo Chou. In early June, the statue is surrounded by beautiful lotus. What’s more, interesting exhibits in the hall introduce some about the lady’s life.
Winding corridors, willows, and old wooden buildings with exquisite carvings make for great views, especially from spring to autumn. In March and April, Chinese flowering crab-apple exhibition is regularly held in the park. During the period of time, you’ll be able to admire local traditional art, such as feather pictures, paper cutting, and brocade. On Dragon Boat Festival, the exciting Dragon Boat Race makes the lake more active. If interested, you can enjoy boating on teh lake.

Best time to visit the Mochouhu Park

The best time to visit the park is in the morning.
The The best months to visit are from April to October.

 

How to get to the Mochouhu Park

Several buses pass by the park. Thus, there are several options.

  • Rent a vehicle to the park. This is the quickest and most direct option.
  • Take Bus 15, 20, 78, 92, 109, or Bus 307 to the Stop of Mochouhu Ximen (莫愁湖西门站). Then walk to the park.
  • Take Bus 7, 13, 19, 37, 41, 48, 133, 134, 160, 166, 204, or Bus 306 to the Stop of Mochouhu Gongyuan Nanmen (莫愁湖公园南门站). Then walk to the park.
  • Take Metro Line 2 to the Stop of Mochouhu (莫愁湖站).Then walk to the park.

Additional Mochouhu Park Travel Advice

  • Opening hours: 07:00 – 21:00
  • As at 15th October 2020, the entrance pricing to the park is 35 CNY per person; children under 1.4m tall (1.4m tall not included) are free of charge. For the latest pricing, please contact us via email (info@wendyweitours.com)

Interested in visiting the Mochouhu Park on a Tour?

Wendy Wei Tours offers a variety of different packaged tours as well as custom tours including the Mochouhu Park among other attractions and destinations. To find out more, please visit our Tours page or Contact Us directly to find out more.