Lai Chi Kok Park

Across the vast expanse of Lai Chi Kok Park, over 6,000 trees stand tall. Lai Chi Kok Park is a testament to reclamation and meticulous landscaping. The park was developed in three phases. Each phase added unique features. The park covers a sprawling 17.65 hectares. It’s a green lung in the bustling city. Over 300 tree species thrive here. Each tree bears a tag. These tags whisper their names to curious passersby. At the Eastern Gate, two magnificent brick carvings greet visitors. One depicts scenes from “Water Margin – 36 Heroes”. This is one of the four great Chinese novels. The other carving illustrates the “Eight Immortals Crossing the Sea”. These carvings offer a glimpse into Chinese folklore and literature. Lai Chi Kok Park also boasts a range of sports facilities. There’s something for everyone here. Whether you seek a peaceful stroll or an energetic game. The Lingnan Garden within Lai Chi Kok Park is a true gem. This themed garden encompasses 12,500 square meters. Water features shimmer across 2,600 square meters. The garden’s design reflects the classic Lingnan style. Pavilions, kiosks, and rockeries are strategically placed. They create a harmonious balance between architecture and nature. The structures cluster in corners. Porches and corridors connect them, offering shaded walkways for visitors. The garden unfolds into ten scenic spots. The moon serves as a unifying theme. A central pond anchors the design. Buildings and structures radiate outwards from this watery heart. Lingnan artistry is evident throughout the garden. Pottery sculptures, tile and plaster decorations, stone carvings, and woodwork showcase the region’s rich artistic heritage. The rockeries feature stones from Tai Hu in Yingde. Conifers and bamboo sway gently in the breeze. Couplets from Guangdong masters adorn the garden. These couplets date back to the Ming Dynasty. They add a touch of literary elegance to the landscape. Lai Chi Kok Park offers a diverse experience. Phase I boasts a soccer pitch, a Chinese garden, a podium garden, playgrounds, and fitness stations. Phase II provides tennis courts and chess tables. Phase III showcases the Lingnan Garden. It also houses a soccer pitch, gateball courts, basketball and volleyball courts, a roller-skating rink, a skateboard arena, playgrounds, jogging trails, fitness stations, and an amphitheater. Lai Chi Kok Park truly offers a vibrant blend of nature, recreation, and cultural heritage.