Sanquan Park

Sanquan Park

As a municipal government project in 1997, Sanquan Park broke ground on August 10, 1997, and was completed and opened to the public on December 1, 1997, achieving the remarkable feat of building a park in just 100 days. For this reason, Vice Mayor Xia Keqiang personally attended the park’s opening ceremony.

The park was designed by the Shanghai Municipal Landscape Design Institute and jointly constructed by the Shanghai Landscape Engineering Company and the Zhabei District Landscape Construction and Development Company. After completion, adhering to the work philosophy of “there is no best, only better,” the park continuously explored long-term management models. In 1998 and 1999, it was rated as a “Qualified Park” and a “Double Excellence Park” by the Shanghai Municipal Landscape Bureau respectively, and in 2000, it was awarded the title of “District Civilized Unit.”

Covering an area of 40.8 mu (approximately 2.72 hectares), the overall planning of the park fully reflects the principle of harmonious coexistence between humans and nature. With “greenery and springs” as its theme, the park is endowed with profound cultural significance. It features plant landscaping as the main element, creating a serene, ecologically beneficial leisure park that complements the residential area.  Major scenic areas (spots)

The Sanquan Welcome Wall embodies the theme of “springs” and also serves as a screening feature at the entrance. The backdrop consists of a forest of metasequoia and camphor trees. The flat wall contrasts with the tall, straight tree trunks, making the architecture appear even more approachable.

The Flower Trellis Waterfall Area features a light, airy, bright, and natural corridor entwined with wisteria. Adjacent to the Yinquan Lake, it offers an ideal spot for sightseeing and leisure. The lakeshore is dotted with willows, surrounded by bamboo on three sides, evoking a natural pastoral scene.

The Poetic Bamboo Garden features a sparse woodland of graceful bamboos, creating a secluded and tranquil landscape enhanced by shrubs, conveying a natural, quiet, and profound garden ambiance.

The Elderly Rest Area combines dense woods with open lawns to create a landscape space of alternating density and contrast. Clusters of dense woods and groups of flowering plants serve as both supporting and dominant elements. The rugged and refined, monochromatic and multicolored plant sceneries present an ideal leisure environment. It includes the Wanqing Pavilion, which carries deep meaning, with a roof designed to resemble tree bark—natural and uniquely charming.

The Big Tree Terrace features water surfaces that are appropriately expansive and meandering. By the pool, willow branches sway gracefully, creating a refined and natural setting suitable for fishing. The backdrop is a forest of cedar trees, forming a lush, towering background.

The Children’s Activity Area is shaded by green trees, with distinct levels and scenic views in all seasons. It is equipped with novel and unique children’s play facilities.

The Yunquan Mountain Simulated Forest Area mainly features plant landscaping, accented by the bamboo-built Yunquan Pavilion. The terrain undulates naturally, combining trees, shrubs, and ground cover in a richly varied vertical layout and seasonal colors, creating a natural, simple ecological landscape effect. It also serves as a borrowed view for urban greening.

The Nanfeng Pavilion has a pink, delicate, and bright structure. The pavilion garden is lush with flowers and trees, set against a naturally undulating terrain. A cluster of palm trees adds a tropical vibe, creating a striking view in contrast with the flower trellis and Yunquan Mountain, while also offering a fine vantage point for enjoying the lake.

The Yinquan Lake highlights the park’s theme, featuring aquatic plants within the lake where ducks and white geese play, and silverfish dart about. The interplay of water and mountain resembles a natural scenic wonder. Willow trees and pavilions along the lakeshore further enhance its charm.