Immerse yourself in nature's palette

I. Highlights and best time to visit 1. Tulip Sea🌷 - Scale: The scenic spot covers 13 square kilometers and boasts over a million tulips (with over 80 varieties in recent years), forming a rainbow-like sea of flowers. An aerial view is like a stunning "earth palette". - Best flowering season: The peak flowering season is from late March to April each year, and admission is free. Lavender blooms in summer, peonies in autumn, and there are scenic views to enjoy in all four seasons. - Special experiences: Painting in the flower sea (you can participate in parent-child painting activities), taking photos of the European-style idyllic scenery, and photography among the flowers (cheongsam and oil-paper umbrellas are classic pairings). 2. Integration of nature and culture - With Tangshan Mountain and Longshan Mountain as the backdrop, combined with the rolling hills, the scenic spot creates a Tuscan-style idyllic landscape. - Surrounding facilities include Sangua Commune (a folk culture village) and Bantang Hot Spring (one of the four ancient hot springs in China), forming a one-stop experience of "flower viewing + hot springs + culture". II. Transportation guide 1. Self-driving🚗 - From Hefei: Ring Expressway → Wuhe Expressway → Tangquan Road, about 50 mins drive (about 86 km). - From Nanjing/Wuhu: Via Hurong Expressway or Wuhe Expressway, it can be reached within 1.5 hrs. 2. Public transportation - 🚄High-speed rail: To Chaohu East Railway Station, transfer to a bus or taxi (about 15 km) to the scenic spot. - ✈️Airport: Transfer from Hefei Xinqiao International Airport or Nanjing Lukou International Airport by bus to Chaohu. III. Recommended tour routes 1. Core flower sea tour - 🌷Tulip Highlands: Stroll along the flower paths, climb up to overlook the panoramic view. Recommended photo spots: European-style wooden houses, flower fields beside the rainbow slide. - Family entertainment: Rainbow slide, sky shuttle, naughty castle and other amusement facilities are suitable for family interaction. 2. In-depth experience route - One-day tour combination: Enjoy tulips in the morning, visit Sangua Commune in the afternoon (experience oil mills, cloth workshops and other farming culture), and soak in Bantang Hot Spring in the evening. - Outdoor activities: - 🚲Cycling: Explore the ancient Chaoguo route (23 km, idyllic scenery) or the adventure route (41 km, mountain challenge). - 🚶Hiking: Wetland crossing (5 km) or mountain and river adventure (10 km). IV. Must-see attractions nearby 1. Sangua Commune - Consisting of Pumpkin E-commerce Village, Winter Melon Folk Culture Village, and Watermelon Food Village, it restores the 6,000-year farming culture of the Chaohu area. You can experience handicraft workshops, folk comic exhibitions, and idyllic homestays. - Special activities: Children's playground, traditional food making (such as baked cakes and rice wine). 2. Bantang Hot Spring - The confluence of cold and hot springs combines health and leisure functions. Yuquanzhuang or OCT Hot Spring Town are recommended. At night, you can enjoy the food at Bantang Old Street (Dongguan Old Goose Soup, Chaohu whitebait). 3. Bantang Lake and Dafeng Bay - Bantang Lake focuses on hot spring culture. Along the lake, you can visit Jinchao, Yuequantai and other scenic spots. Dafeng Bay features reservoir scenery and beach sports. V. Practical tips 1. Tickets and fees - Tulip Highlands is free (some activities or entertainment projects are charged separately); Sangua Commune is free, but experience projects are charged; hot spring tickets are about CNY 100-200 per person. 2. Dining recommendations - The scenic spot mainly offers light meals. Local specialties such as Dongguan Old Goose Soup, pickled cabbage fish, and Chaohu whitebait at Bantang Old Street are recommended. 3. Accommodation options🏠 - High-end resorts: Shenye Yuquanzhuang (hot spring hotel), OCT Hot Spring Town. - Special homestays: Pumpkin Village Homestay in Sangua Commune, experience idyllic life. VI. Precautions - Large crowds during the flowering season: It is recommended to visit on working days to avoid peak weekends. - Weather and equipment: It is foggy in spring, so bring a windproof jacket and comfortable hiking shoes; sun protection is needed in summer. - Eco-friendly travel: Do not pick flowers and follow the rules of the scenic spot. Bantang Tulip Highlands Scenic Spot integrates natural scenery, cultural experience and leisure entertainment, making it suitable for family outings, photography, or hot spring therapy. If time permits, you can plan a 2-3 day in-depth tour combined with the Chaohu Lake Loop (such as Laoshan Island and Zhongmiao Temple).