Wanfangting Park

　　    Wanfangting Park is located west of Xiluoyuan Residential Area in Fengtai District, Beijing, on the north side of the South Third Ring Road, covering an area of 10.6 hectares. Originally a green space, it is said to have been the site of a villa belonging to the Yuan Dynasty's Court of the Imperial Granary. In early 1990, the People's Government of Fengtai District decided to rebuild the park. The Urban and Rural Construction Committee of Fengtai District meticulously designed and carefully developed the site—leveling the ground, paving roads, planting flowers and trees, constructing a classical-style archway entrance, traditional pavilions and houses, and a children’s playground. Construction began in March of that year, was completed in July, and the park officially opened to the public in October.

　　    As one of the few comprehensive parks along the Third Ring Road in southern Beijing, since its establishment in 1990, it has focused its services on nearby residents, primarily providing a place for morning exercise, walking, and recreation for people living in surrounding residential communities. With the continuous development of Beijing’s urban construction, residential areas in Yangqiao and neighboring districts have gradually increased. To date, approximately 300,000 people live in the area.

　　    Over the years, the park has actively explored its own path of development, starting with the most basic planning and gradually improving its facilities and environment. Now, in addition to offering a paintball field where visitors can experience simulated combat shooting, the park also has a professional riding club that provides a full range of horseback riding services. On the western side of the park lies a large water park covering over 10,000 square meters, offering a great place for people, especially children, to relax and escape the summer heat. Additionally, the park features various children’s amusement facilities such as a sports and fitness plaza, bumper cars, inflatable castles, and trampolines. But for both the park and its visitors, these are still not enough, and further efforts are needed.

　　    Currently, the park is accelerating the construction of a comprehensive service building with a floor area of 2,300 square meters, consisting of three above-ground floors and one underground. It is also carrying out extensive business recruitment. At the same time, the park management office is seeking funding and partnerships in accordance with the approved overall park development plan to move forward with further development and construction, such as the construction of a swimming pool, tennis courts, and other facilities. While improving infrastructure and the surrounding environment, the park is also actively promoting itself, raising the social profile of Wanfangting Park, and establishing a positive park image.