Tianjin Water Park

Tianjin Water Park
Type	Urban park
Location	Tianjin, China
Area	126.71 ha (313.1 acres)
Created	1951
Status	Open all year

The Tianjin Water Park (simplified Chinese: 天津水上公园; traditional Chinese: 天津水上公園; pinyin: Tiānjīn Shuǐshàng Gōngyuán) is the largest urban park and recreation area in Tianjin, China. The park was formally established in 1951, covering an area of 126.71 hectares. The park is one of Tianjin's leading tourist attractions, and was officially rated a AAAA-level tourist attraction in 2004.

History

The Tianjin Water Park formerly known as "Green Dragon Pond" (青龙潭) prior to its official establishment. Its history can be traced back first century AD. Historically, the site was known for its lush vegetion and natural ecosystems, particular in summer and autumn.

With the establishment of Beiyang University and Nankai University at the turn of the 19th century, the waterways of the park became popular for swimming among academic staff and students during the hot summer months.

The ground-breaking for the Tianjin Water Park occurred on 26 August 1950 and it was officially opened July 1, 1951 to visitors.

Park Layout

The Tianjin Water Park consists of nine islands (Islands 1 - 9) and three lakes (East Lake, West Lake and South Lake). Surrounding the waterways are pathways, pagodas and gardens. The gardens showcase both Chinese and foreign architectural styles.

Activities

The recreation area of the Tianjin Park has one of the city's tallest Ferris wheels. Visitors are also encouraged to travel on the lakes via rowing boats and high speed water shuttles. The park changes its theme according to season, for example, during spring there is the Tulip Show, and in autumn there is the Chrysanthemum Show.

External links

In Chinese Tianjin Water Park

Landmarks in Tianjin

Buildings and structures	Luzutang Tianjin Radio and Television Tower Wuda Dao Shijia Dayuan Tianhougong Fort Dagukou Huangyaguan Great Wall

Nature and parks	Haihe Park Mount Pan People's Park Tianjin Water Park Tianjin Zoo

Cultural institutions	Guwenhua Jie Tianjin Museum Italian District Temple of Great Compassion Wanghailou Church Zhou Enlai Memorial Hall Guwan Shichang Wen Miao Porcelain House St. Joseph Cathedral

Sports venues	Tianjin Olympic Center Stadium

Transport	Tianjin Binhai International Airport Tianjin Metro Binhai Mass Transit Tianjin Railway Station Beijing–Tianjin Intercity Railway

Coordinates: 39°05′11″N 117°09′37″E / 39.0863201°N 117.1601773°E / 39.0863201; 117.1601773

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