Bald cypress trees

It’s that time of year in Pingshan when the golden hue of bald cypress trees adds seasonal charm. In Julong Mountain Wetland Park and Toupi Park, visitors will encounter a stunning forest of bald cypresses lining the lakes, their golden reflections dancing on the water’s surface. As the sun sets, the intertwining branches and leaves create a harmonious blend of gold, brownish red, and emerald green, resulting in a picturesque scene worthy of a magazine cover.

Bald cypress trees at Julong Mountain Wetland Park. Photos from Pingshan Media Center

Venue 1: Julong Mountain Wetland Park, intersection of Juqing Road and Huilian Road, Pingshan District (坪山区聚青路和惠联路交汇处聚龙山湿地公园)

Metro: Line 14 to Shatian Station (沙田站), Exit C and then take a taxi

Venue 2: Toupi Park, intersection of Jintian Road and Duimianhan Road, Pingshan District (坪山区金田路与对面喊路交汇处头陂公园)

Metro: Line 16 to Tianxin Station (田心站), Exit A

Visitors take photos with at Toupi Park.

Galsang flowers

Dazzling galsang flowers are also in full bloom now, showcasing vibrant colors of red, pink, white, purple, and more, swaying gracefully in the breeze to form a magnificent tableau. Visitors can appreciate the beauty of the flowers up close and stroll along the Pingshan River, experiencing the tranquility and harmony of nature.

Venue: Pingshan River Wetland Park, Lijing South Road, Pingshan District (坪山区荔景南路坪山河湿地公园)

Metro: Line 16 to Yanzihu Station (燕子湖站), Exit C

Galsang flowers along Pingshan River.

Plum flowers 

From December to February, visitors can admire the breathtaking plum blossoms on Maluan Mountain, where white and pink flowers are in full bloom. The delicate blossoms create a stunning contrast against the crisp winter air, heralding Pingshan's romantic winter flower-viewing season.

Nearly 10,000 plum trees are planted around the Plum Pavilion on the mountain, creating a captivating atmosphere where people can stroll along winding paths enveloped by the sweet fragrance of the blooming flowers. As you ascend to the pavilion, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the vast plum forest, as well as the distant beaches and neighboring mountains.

Venue: Plum Pavilion, Maluan Mountain, Pingshan District (坪山区马峦山梅亭)

Buses: M480, 366, 833, M479, 760, M546, M564, 964, M575

Plum flowers on Maluan Mountain.