Longnan Lotus Lake Park

　　Wudu District Lotus Lake Park is situated in the central section of Xinshi Street in downtown Wudu. Originally constructed during the Republican era with donations from local gentry, merchants, and residents, it has now stood for nearly a century. Covering an area of 16.8 mu, the park is famed for its lotus flowers in the two ponds on the east and west sides, giving rise to the saying “half of the city’s lotus blossoms lie here.” In January 2000, the Wudu County Government reconstructed the park, commissioning the Suzhou Institute of Landscape Architecture for the design. The main gate is a classical-style building, characterized by its simplicity, elegance, beauty, and generosity. Two-story classical-style structures have been planned along the east and south sides of the park. At the park’s entrance lies a square, while within the grounds are scattered structures such as Yuanyang Pavilion, the decorative archway at the main gate, Lotus Pavilion, the lotus pond, and corridors, all connected by naturally winding garden paths. Over 20 types of rare tree species have been planted, creating a lush, evergreen garden landscape with scenic views in all seasons. Overall, the park emphasizes ecological greening and integrates multiple functions such as leisure, entertainment, cooling off, and sightseeing—making it a classical-style urban park.