Wuxi Yuantouzhu Red Metasequoia and Black-headed Gull

Yuantouzhu is like a dazzling pearl embedded on the shore of Taihu Lake, with its mountain shape, water potential, and rich vegetation becoming a beautiful landscape on the shore of Taihu Lake. The mountains here are undulating, the trees are shaded, and the scenery is different in all seasons. In spring, cherry blossoms bloom like clouds; in summer, the trees are shaded and cool; in autumn, the mountains are full of red leaves; in winter, the snow is white and silver. Yuantouzhu not only has natural beauty but also contains rich cultural heritage. Visitors can visit Taihu Lake Fishing Village, Wu Culture Park, and other places to learn about local history and culture, and experience local customs and food culture. In early winter, the metasequoia trees in the waters of Wuxi change into fiery red coats, and Yuantouzhu is no exception. From a high altitude, the tall metasequoia forest is colorful and beautiful, like a natural palette. This ancient tree species shows a different charm in winter, making people linger. Black-headed Gull Viewing Time: From November to March of the following year, you can take the ferry from Yuantouzhu to Taihu Fairy Island to watch the black-headed gulls. The black-headed gulls fly from Siberia and the northeast to overwinter, and the number gradually increases from hundreds to more than 10,000 at most. Viewing Points and Play: Visitors can buy bird food on the ferry or bring a little bread, white steamed buns, biscuits, etc. to feed the black-headed gulls. When the cruise ship passes over the lake, flocks of black-headed gulls will chase the ferry and dance up and down, which is very spectacular. Ferry Operation: From Yuantouzhu Cruise Terminal to Taihu Fairy Island Terminal, the first ferry is at 8:50, and the last ferry is at 16:20; the first return ferry is at 9:10, and the last ferry is at 17:10, with a 30-minute interval. Special Experience: On the cruise ship, you can not only enjoy the beautiful scenery of Taihu Lake and the flight of black-headed gulls but also take excellent pictures of the sunset and the dance of black-headed gulls on the cruise ship. There are scenic spots such as Tianjie, Yue Lao Cave, and Huixian Bridge on Taihu Fairy Island, and you will feel like you are in a "fairyland" after landing on the island. Best Time to View the Sunset: In the evening, the setting sun casts gold on the lake, shimmering and golden. The cruise ships passing over the lake and the sunset together form a beautiful landscape. Shooting Location: The seats on the first floor of the cruise ship, the side railings, the platform on the second floor, and the viewing platform at the speedboat terminal are all excellent places to shoot the sunset. Wuxi Yuantouzhu Scenic Area is not only a tourist destination with excellent natural scenery but also a place full of cultural heritage and folk characteristics. Visitors can enjoy the beauty, food, and culture here.