Nanhu Park in Changchun nestles against the Songliao Plain and stands as a rare example of an ecological wetland within an urban setting. The shimmering waters of Nanhu Lake resemble a jade-green mirror, reflecting weeping willows and reed beds along its shores. In spring, cherry blossoms flutter through the air; in autumn, fiery red leaves blanket the hills. At the lake’s heart lies an island adorned with a bird-watching platform and a lotus pavilion—serving as a vital stopover for migratory birds and a paradise for photographers.
Winding ecological trails stretch from north to south, lined with educational wetland plant zones where visitors can observe aquatic flora such as water lilies and cattails up close, experiencing the vibrant rhythms of nature.
Along the park’s eastern shore, a cultural corridor chronicles Changchun’s modern history. Ruins of the “Former Puppet Manchukuo Imperial Palace” and the “Liberation Monument” bear witness to turbulent times of war. This area once served as a base for the Northeast Anti-Japanese United Army, where General Yang Jingyu—a key leader of the resistance—once stationed his forces. His heroic deeds have since become a spiritual symbol for future generations.
Within the park, “Old Changchun Street” recreates the architectural style of the Republican era, its gray-tiled roofs and brick walls echoing memories of old Changchun. Every summer solstice, musical fountains by the lakeside dance in harmony with the starlit night market, transforming the natural scenery into a powerful emblem of urban culture. More than just a green lung purifying the city's air, this park embodies the ecological wisdom and cultural spirit of Northeast China.
