Dongping National Forest Park, National forest park in Chongming District, Shanghai, China
Dongping National Forest Park is a national forest park on Chongming Island in Shanghai, China. It covers 3.55 square kilometers and is the largest man-planted forest in Eastern China, featuring a central lake, themed gardens, and recreation areas.
The park began as Dongping Forest Farm, established in 1959 through land reclamation. It opened to the public in 1989 and was designated a national forest park in 1993.
The park is a popular day trip for Shanghai residents, who come to enjoy the cooler air and natural setting. In summer, local families often picnic and children play in the recreation area near the lake.
The park is in the north of Chongming Island, about 12 kilometers from Nanmen Port, and can be reached by bus or car. Visitors can rent bicycles to explore the trails or join guided tours to learn about the forest.
The park has a misting system in the metasequoia forest that cools the air in summer. Wild deer are often seen in the park, and visitors can feed them.
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