West Lake Water Park

　　West Lake Water Park is situated to the west of the county town on the banks of the Tao River and is one of the county’s renowned “Eight Scenic Spots of Taoyang.”

　　It is the site of the scenic view “Evening Glow over West Lake.” With its vast waters, fresh air, and pleasant scenery, it is the only “water recreation city” in the county and an ideal summer retreat for leisure and escape from the heat.

　　The planned area of West Lake Water Park is 220 mu, with an estimated total investment of over 40 million yuan. The overall plan is divided into seven functional zones: the entrance area, children’s activity area, dining and shopping service area, central activity area, leisure and vacation area, and production management area. Since its launch in 2001, the children’s activity area, entrance area, and dining and shopping service area have been completed. In the central activity area, foundational constructions such as the artificial lake’s stone-lined embankment, central island, and winding bridge have been finished, along with supporting facilities for boating, fishing, tea tasting, and sightseeing. The urban road outside the park entrance has been paved, landscaped, and lit. To date, cumulative investments have exceeded 10 million yuan.

　　West Lake Park completed its first phase of construction on May 1, 2005, and was opened to the public free of charge at the same time. The second phase has completed land acquisition and demolition, and the construction plan is currently under review. West Lake Park has now become a “water recreation city” that integrates leisure, amusement, and vacation.