Quyuan Garden is one of West Lake’s best-known settings for lotus flowers and waterside walks.
Lotus in the breeze
The traditional scene known as Breeze-Ruffled Lotuses at Quyuan Garden celebrates the relationship between water, flowers and summer light. Bridges and paths reveal the ponds from changing perspectives.
Seasonal colour
Lotus flowering varies with the weather, but summer is the characteristic season. Visit in the cooler part of the day and take time to look beyond the busiest viewpoints.
Nearby discoveries
Combine the garden with other western and northern lakeside sights, including Yue Fei’s Temple. Check current access locally.
