Xiuhu Park in Yiwu

Xiuhu Park in Yiwu

Just like the Yiwu River, the mother river of Yiwu, Xiuhu holds an extremely important place in the hearts of the people of Yiwu, regarded as the city’s second “mother river.” Indeed, whether in ancient times or today, who doesn’t love to admire the graceful beauty of willow-lined pleasure boats described as “willows sway with slender waists, while painted boats by the lake stir lively drinking moods,” or who wouldn’t want to enjoy the magnificent sight of “countless wild ducks startled amidst lotus flowers swaying in the breeze”... Xiuhu’s Eight Scenic Spots are a source of immense pride for the people of Yiwu. Countless visitors have been captivated by them, and numerous poets and scholars have been enthralled. The present-day Xiuhu Park has been reconstructed on the original site of Xiuhu, built around a thousand-year-old ancient pagoda and centered on recreating the former Eight Scenic Spots of Xiuhu. It is entirely designed according to traditional Chinese landscape gardening techniques, with the terrain following the natural contours of the land to create a dynamic and varied natural landscape environment. As you step into Xiuhu Park and wander along its winding, tranquil paths, you’ll find a series of charming sights nestled among green trees, bright flowers, and clear waters: the classic-style Da’an Temple Pagoda, the Folk Residence Museum, a Song-style pavilion, a Ming-style corridor, an ancient stone bridge, and a waterside boat. The Eight Scenic Spots of Xiuhu from days gone by are vividly brought back to life, making it a perfect leisure and fitness spot for the people of Yiwu to enjoy after meals or during their free time. The park perfectly blends cultural elements with the natural landscape, and has become a model urban park for Yiwu.

Source: Jinhua Government Website