The Mid Autumn Festival and National Day holiday have ended, and a popular scenic spot in Chongming has received nearly 70,000 tourists. With beautiful scenery and rich activities, the area was crowded with people full of laughter and jumping fishes.

It is the Xisha Mingzhu Lake Scenic Area. As one of the activities of the 2023 Shanghai Chongming Rural Cultural Tourism Festival, the annual fish festival has begun. It is time for a visit. Here is the guide.

Muddy Water Fishing and Crab Catching

Experience the fun of fishing in troubled waters, and catch the cunning and flexible fish to regain the joy of childhood and carefree childhood. Here, tourists can wear waterproof pants and bring a small backpack to catch fish and crabs in muddy waters in the Mingzhu Lake, and enjoy the happiness of harvest.

Time: September 27 to November 26

Pink Muhly Grass

Spring sees a sea of flowers, and autumn has a sea of grass. Every October, the Mingzhu Lake is brushed by a sea of pink flowers. At present, osmanthus blooms are fragrant, and the pink muhly grass is in full bloom. Strolling in the pink grass sea, tourists take photos and feel very relaxed.

Best viewing from mid September to end of November

Water Sports

Mingzhu Lake Park has a beautiful environment and vast water area, with a variety of water entertainment projects that allow you to enjoy the fun of playing with water on bicycles, amphibious vehicles and speedboats. It is a leisurely and comfortable water entertainment world offering water entertainment facilities and a cool experience.

Time: all year round

Wild Goose Flying Performance

The spectacular scene was breathtaking as crowds of wild geese skimmed over visitors' heads, floating on the lake surface, waving their wings and chirping for a long time. At times, wild geese swim on the Mingzhu Lake, waving their wings and chirping, while at other times they interact with tourists on the shore, exuding a strong atmosphere of harmonious coexistence between humans and nature. You can stop and stay close to them, feed them with your hands, and take a group photo as a souvenir.

Time: 10:30 and 14:00 every day (except for bad weather)

Angling

Steal half a day's leisure, and go angling on the blue waves. Fishing is a leisurely activity that is greatly loved, often pursued by individuals seeking tranquility and connection with nature. In the golden autumn season, Mingzhu Lake ushers in the organic fish angling season. It not only meets the needs of novice anglers, but also allows experts to demonstrate their skills.

Time: September 27 to November 26

Mingzhu Lake Fish Feast

The resort offers timely and fresh dining options, with carefully crafted dishes that preserve the authentic flavors. The Fresh Fish Feast showcases organic fish from Mingzhu Lake as the main ingredient, featuring a variety of fish-based delicacies such as whole fish cuisine, signature fish and lamb dishes, Thai-style Tom Yum fish slice hot pot, and specialty fire-grilled fish. Let’s indulge in a culinary feast and embark on a journey of exploration while savoring delicious cuisine.

Location: Mingzhu Lake Aquatic Restaurant, Mingzhu Lake Resort, Mingzhu Lake Swan Garden

Time: September 27 to November 26

Wheat Straw Painting

The raw material for straw painting is wheat straw, which goes through more than 20 processes including selection, shaving, cutting, pasting, ironing, and mounting. There are various themes such as lotus pond moonlight, flowers, birds, insects, and fish, emanating a strong artistic atmosphere. During the event, visitors can participate in creating wheat straw paintings with the theme of fish, immersing themselves in the beauty of intangible cultural heritage.

Time: September 27 to November 26 (Please make a reservation in advance for group participation.)

Photo Submission

In addition to the exciting offline activities, there are also online events waiting for you. Grab your camera or smartphone and visit Dongping National Forest Park and Xisha Mingzhu Lake Scenic Area. Look for the "nature friends" around you and capture beautiful moments of "harmonious coexistence between humans and nature".

Submission Email: chongming@shanghaiphoto.art

Time: September 26 to December 31

Come to Chongming Xisha Mingzhu Lake Scenic Area and unlock your new travel experience.