Century Park, Urban park in Pudong, Shanghai, China
Century Park is a large urban park in Pudong, Shanghai, China. It features a big lake, grassy areas, and a line of trees, with high-rise buildings visible in the background.
Century Park was built from 1996 to 2000 as part of Shanghai's urban development. It was designed by the British firm LUC and opened to the public in 2000.
The park is a popular spot for local families, who come to fly kites, have picnics, and enjoy the outdoors. In spring, many people visit to see the cherry blossoms and rapeseed flowers.
The park has several entrances, and some are close to metro stations, making it easy to reach. It is a good place for a walk or a bike ride, and you can rent bikes inside.
The park is home to a large artificial lake, the Mirror Lake, which is the biggest of its kind in Shanghai. It also has a replica of an Olmec head, a gift from the Mexican state of Veracruz.
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