Xiamen Zhongshan Park - park to commemorate Sun-Yat Sen in Xiamen
Last Update: 16th October 2020
Originally built by oversea Chinese in 1927, Xiamen Zhongshan Park covers an area of 1.6 hectares. Locals like to visit the park when they are free. If you’d like to explore the local life, the park is a good option.
Xiamen Zhongshan Park Fast Facts
- Chinese Name: Xiamen Zhongshan Gongyuan (厦门中山公园)
- Area: 1.6 x hectares
- Things to do there: Photography, Nature, Sea Views
- Who visits: Photographers, Nature Lovers
- Time required: 1 – 2 x hours
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What to expect at the Xiamen Zhongshan Park
The Xiamen Zhongshan Park was built based on the mountain. It is surrounded by walls. Four gate towers in four directions features different styles from one another. The south gate is a structure of three granite archways. A copper statue of Sun Yat-sen stands on the South Gate Square. East and west gates are also archway structures. At the east gate is a monument to Mr. Sun as well. The upper part of the north gate is in the style of Western European Arc de Triomphe while the lower part is in the Ming Dynasty (1368 – 1644) gate tower style. The north gate is a combination of Western and Chinese styles.
In the north of the park flows the Kuixing River. Kuuixing Mountain is situated in the southwest. The mountain features a huge rock with a shape similar to the four stars in the bowl of the Big Dipper. At the top stands a hexagonal pavilion which faces the rock. On the mountain, you’ll find old Chinese carvings in the Qing Dynasty (1644 – 1912).
In the east of the south part of the park, a pavilion, a tea house and a small restaurant offer visitors places to take a break. At Yiqu Garden in the west of the park are a courtyard, a pavilion, a small pond, and a recreation room popular among locals, especially the elder. The middle part of the park is the place where you’ll see flowers exhibition hall, small ponds, and pavilions. In spring, summer and autumn, the hall is decorated with colorful flowers. A zoo, a roller rink, and other entertainment facilities for young children are located in the north part of the park.
In addition, twelve bridges in different styles span over the waters in the park. Locals love to play Chinese chess, and Tai Chi, enjoy square dancing or just walk around the park.
Best time to visit the Xiamen Zhongshan Park
The best time to visit the park is in the morning if you’re interested to know some about the local life.
The best months to visit are from March to November.
How to get to the Xiamen Zhongshan Park
Several buses pass by the park. Thus, there are several options.
- Rent a vehicle to the park. This is the quickest and most direct option.
- Take Bus 3, 4, 8, 19, 21, 86, 87, 96, 123, 139, 309, 659, 857 or Bus B3 to the Stop of Zhongshan Park (中山公园站).
Additional Xiamen Zhongshan Park Travel Advice
- Opening hours: 24 hours
- As at 16th October 2020, tourists can visit the park for free.
Interested in visiting the Xiamen Zhongshan Park on a Tour?
Wendy Wei Tours offers a variety of different packaged tours as well as custom tours including the Xiamen Zhongshan Park among other attractions and destinations. To find out more, please visit our Tours page or Contact Us directly to find out more.