I have lived and worked in Dongguan for three years. When I go to Dongguan in the summer, it is very important to choose a cool place to escape the heat when going out in this weather. I strongly recommend you to go to Shuilianshan Forest Park and Qifeng Park.
Shuilianshan Forest Park
Shuilianshan Forest Park is the most popular summer resort for Dongguan people. If you want to find a quiet park not too far away from the busy city life, this is the right place. The scenery along the way is definitely worth it - Shuilian Cave, Shuilian Waterfall, Mengxi Exploration, Tianchi, Xishan Temple, each place has a different scenery, and after climbing to the top, you can also overlook the bustling urban area of ??Dongguan.
Basic information
Tickets: Free of charge. There is no charge for each attraction. However, there is a charge for the amusement facilities set up in the park. There is a sightseeing tram where you can store lighters, which costs 10 yuan each. The parking lot is 1 yuan per person for 2 hours, with a cap of 3 yuan, and the ticket to Butterfly Valley is 20 yuan.
Bus: 1. Bus. Buses can reach you directly. It can be reached by lines 10, 42, 806, X12 and Houjie 5. (Highly recommended)
2. Bicycle. Cycling is also a good choice. You can rent one and ride among the mountains and rivers. It is a good choice. Recommended attractions: The garden-in-a-garden landscape, Shuilian Cave, Pengdong Water Curtain, was one of the eight scenic spots in Dongguan during the Ming Dynasty. There is a spring on the mountain, the water is clear and sweet; there is the Gutong Mountain Temple, which is large in scale and has well-preserved ruins. It has a profound historical and cultural heritage, including the ruins of ancient temples from the Song Dynasty and the Ming Dynasty, as well as the campsite of the Dongjiang Column. In the past, Duke Peng practiced Taoism here, and many literati and poets left many praising poems. It is known as "Little Penglai outside the city".
Recommended route: Take the mountain road from the parking lot to the ancient temple square, and then follow the hiking trail directly to the top of the mountain. The whole journey takes about 1 hour.
There is a spring on Shuilian Mountain, the water is clear and sweet; there is the Gutong Mountain Temple, with its ruins well preserved. The trees on the mountain are shady, the flowers and grass are luxuriant, and the sound of pines helps cool the air. Climbing to the top of the mountain, you can overlook the downtown area, Houjie, Humen, Daling Mountain, etc.
Tips: Bring your own snacks and fruits. The water above is very expensive, a bottle costs 6 yuan. Moreover, it takes a long time to climb the mountain, so you need to bring an umbrella to protect yourself from the sun.
Qifeng Park
The "Dongguan Blessed Land" is the first of the eight scenic spots. If you want to cool off after get off work, climb mountains, sweat, and detoxify, most people living in the urban area will choose Qifeng Park, because the Huangqi Mountain in the park is only 189 meters above sea level, which is not high, but It’s also enough to get some exercise. And the red lantern on the top of the mountain is also worth visiting from time to time. It is not only the first of the eight scenic spots in Dongguan.
Basic information
Tickets: 5 yuan (Huangqi Ancient Temple), 5 yuan (Taoist Temple).
Transportation: 1. Bus. You can take 1, 23, 26, k4 through.
2. Subway. Take Line 2 and exit D or E of Qifeng Station.
3. Self-driving. Just navigate to the Qifeng Park parking lot.
Recommended gameplay: 1. Lantern on the top of the mountain. A landmark in Dongguan. The surrounding business district has complete facilities and is a popular place for internet celebrities to check in.
2. Huangqi Mountain. With an altitude of 189 meters, it is a favorite among mountain climbing enthusiasts. There are lush trees on the hiking trail and the air is fresh. There is a sense of accomplishment when you reach the top of the mountain. A panoramic view of Dongguan. Bring a picnic mat if you don't want to climb, so find a lawn. Turn on grill mode.
tiPs: You can have a barbecue in the designated area. Bring your tools, set up the barbecue here, and meet up with a few friends. It’s the perfect occasion to relax.