Surreal spots to see pink muhly grass
Discover Shanghai's patches of pink paradise with this guide to enchanting spots where visitors can immerse themselves in seas of ornamental pink muhly grass (Muhlenbergia capillaris).
TANK Shanghai
Location: No 2380 Longteng Avenue, Xuhui district
Stroll along the path outside TANK Shanghai to view the pink muhly grass set against the canvas of the azure sky, fluffy clouds, and iconic oil tank structures.
Shanghai Botanical Garden
Location: No 1111 Longwu Road, Xuhui district
The pink muhly grass area at Shanghai Botanical Garden may not be large, but when complemented by other plants in the garden, it creates a layered effect that draws in locals and tourists for photo opportunities.
Gucun Park
Location: No 4788 Hutai Road, Baoshan district
Spanning nearly 50,000 square meters, Gucun Park is currently a pink paradise adorned with swathes of blooming pink muhly grass.
Rainbow Bay Park
Location: No 610 Anfen Road, Hongkou district
Step into Rainbow Bay Park, where over 2,000 square meters transform into a whimsical "pink sea" during peak bloom.
Shanghai Binjiang Forest Park (Phase II)
Location: Shuangjiang Road, Pudong New Area
A "pink sea" awaits, just a brief 10-minute walk from the east gate of Shanghai Binjiang Forest Park (Phase II). Traverse the pink expanse via a specially crafted pathway.
Jiabei Country Park
Location: No 5051 Huyi Highway, Jiading district
Embark on an adventure through the vast pink wonderland at Jiabei Country Park, which is in full bloom until the close of October.
Sources: WeChat account of Shanghai Administration of Culture and Tourism at "shanghaitourism", the parks, the cultural and tourism bureaus of the respective districts, and 699pic.com