Natural creation - ecology and meteorology of artificial lakes
Despite being an artificial lake, Dishui Lake creates a unique natural beauty on an open scale.
- Boundless water and skyline: Standing on the lake's shore, the view is unobstructed. The vast water surface of 5.56 square kilometers brings an open view like the sea. When the weather is clear, the lake is like a huge blue crystal, reflecting the white clouds and the sky; When the wind rises, the waves ripple slightly, and the momentum is extraordinary. This is one of the few places in Shanghai where you can experience the spectacular scene of "water and sky".
- Ecological Green Belt around the lake: A landscape belt and park group with a total length of about eight kilometers have been carefully created along the lake, including cherry blossom rings, summer flower seas, autumn leaf forests, etc. Cycling or strolling through it is like shuttling through a flowing ecological picture, making it an excellent place to observe the changing seasons and engage in outdoor sports.
- Abundant bird habitat: The good ecological environment attracts many bird species. The islands and coastal wetlands in the center of the lake have become home to birds such as egrets and wild ducks, adding natural wild fun and vitality to this modern water.
- Unique coastal climate landscape: Due to its proximity to the East China Sea, unpredictable clouds often appear over the lake, and the morning and evening glows are particularly gorgeous. Under certain meteorological conditions, you can also overlook the Donghai Bridge and windmill array and feel the coastal style.
Humanistic ingenuity - a modern movement on the ripples
Surrounding Dishui Lake are urban architecture and public art full of design and futurism.
- Core Landmark "Dripping Water" Sculpture: A large stainless steel sculpture located in the center of the lake, made of eight flowing rings interlocking, resembling rippling water waves, perfectly interpreting the design concept of "One Drop of Water". It is not only the visual center of Dishui Lake, but also the spiritual symbol of Lingang.
- Three islands on the lake: function and symbol: There are three artificial islands in the lake: North Island, West Island, and South Island. They are planned as carriers of entertainment, business and leisure functions, such as the Crowne Plaza South Island, which has become a beautiful scenery on the lake, making the lake view richer.
- Characteristic lakeside buildings: The first line around the lake, modern buildings have their own characteristics. The unique shape of the China Maritime Museum, the streamlined Lingang Art Center, and the well-designed Gangcheng Square together form an open "modern architecture expo area".
- Vibrant Waterfront Space: The lakeside is equipped with a variety of facilities such as walking paths, cycling paths, viewing platforms, children's playgrounds, and sailing clubs. It is not only a place to enjoy the scenery, but also a vibrant stage for citizens to exercise, recreation, and hold cultural activities.
Excursion and photography tips:
> The best panoramic camera is near Huanhu West 2nd Road or North Island, which can take panoramic views of the sculptures in the center of the lake and the vast lake;
> Cycling experience: rent a bicycle or sightseeing car and complete the 8-kilometer tour around the lake in the most comfortable way;
> Sunset moment: The west bank (such as spring flowers and autumn colors park) is a golden point to watch the sunset on the lake, and the lake surface and sculptures reflected in the sunset are particularly moving;
> Drone perspective: Allows flying in a safe area, perfectly captures the droplet-shaped lake shape and ripple-like urban planning from the air, which is very visually striking.
