Yuantouzhu (Turtle Head Isle) Scenic Spot [Photo/wxrb.com]

Yuantouzhu (Turtle Head Isle) Scenic Spot

The annual Wuxi International Cherry Blossom Festival is running from March 1 to May 1 this year.

The festival's main attractions each year are 30,000 cherry trees on Turtle Head Isle, known as the paradise of cherry blossoms, with the first batch now in full bloom.

Tourists can not only enjoy the beautiful and unique scenery during the daytime but also at night. Colorful glowing lights will be on the cherry blossoms in the evening from March 22 to April 7. Visitors can also enjoy a series of activities such as a dance show on March 10, a night running event on March 22 and a cosplay performance on March 23-24.

Time: from March 1 to May 1

Location: Shilifangdi, Binhu district, Wuxi

Tickets: 105 yuan ($15.88)

Opening hours: 8:00 – 17:30

Public transport: Bus No K1: Railway Station-Chongshan Gate of Turtle Head Isle Scenic Area (Front Entrance)

No K87: Railway Station-Dushan Gate of Turtle Head Isle Scenic Area.