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Century Park

Shanghais largest urban park located in Pudong New Area

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Why go

About Century Park

Century Park is the largest urban park in Shanghai covering an area of 1403 hectares Located in the heart of Pudong New Area it serves as the green lung of the city The park was opened in 2000 to commemorate the new millennium hence its name The park features a perfect blend of Chinese and Western landscaping styles with seven distinct thematic areas including the International Garden Area Bird Island and the Central Lake The parks design incorporates elements from both traditional Chinese garden art and modern Western park concepts creating a harmonious space for relaxation recreation and cultural activities

Make time for

Practical ideas, not a checklist

  1. 01Stroll along the Central Lake and enjoy the scenic views
  2. 02Rent a paddle boat or bicycle to explore the vast park
  3. 03Visit the International Garden Area featuring gardens from different countries
  4. 04Explore Bird Island to observe various bird species
  5. 05Enjoy a picnic on the expansive lawns
  6. 06Visit the Century Park Music Fountain for evening shows
  7. 07Walk through the Ecological Forest Area
  8. 08Attend seasonal flower exhibitions and cultural events
  9. 09Practice tai chi or yoga in the peaceful surroundings
  10. 10Visit the parks sculpture garden featuring modern art installations

Good to know

Area
140.3 hectares
Opening Year
2000
Design Style
Chinese-Western Fusion
Main Features
Central Lake International Gardens Bird Island
Best Time to Visit
Spring and Autumn
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible paths available
Nearest Metro
Century Park Station Line 2

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