Yancheng | All my friends thought I went to Kenya

A weekend flash trip to Yancheng, and my friends asked if I secretly flew to Kenya. Only 2 hours by high-speed train from Shanghai, there is a hidden "Little Africa" — Yancheng. After winter begins is the golden period to watch wild Père David's deer. At this time, Yancheng Wild Deer Pond not only has herds of galloping Père David's deer but also migratory birds resting here. The primitive and wild scene feels like the African savanna 🌄 📍 Location: Yancheng Wild Deer Pond 🚄 High-speed train: About 1 hour drive after arriving at Yancheng Station 🚗 Self-drive: About 4 hours from Shanghai 📸 Fujifilm H2+150-600mm | DJI Mavic4 Pro. ⚠️ Practical Tips: 1️⃣ The best viewing period is from late November to March of the following year. After cold waves, the Père David's deer are active, and the migratory bird scenes are spectacular. 2️⃣ A telephoto lens is a must (over 200mm), and drones also capture great shots (tidal trees 2 km from Wild Deer Pond can be conveniently photographed). 3️⃣ It is recommended to go after 3 PM for a better chance to encounter the wetland sunset. 4️⃣ For free observation, navigate to Qiming Road to catch the surprise "deer crossing the road" moment (though the herd size is smaller). A warm reminder: Please keep your distance when watching; not disturbing them is the best way to protect wildlife 💚