Guangzhou Liwanhu Park — Attraction in Guangzhou City

Liwan Lake Park illustrates the elegant and gentle beauty of southern China with a lake as its central attraction. Park is located in the Pantang area in Liwan district. The park obtained its name from an ancient river bend on West Pearl River, Lizhiwan, which means "lychee bend": the area is famous for its lychee (fruit) trees.

Liwan Lake Park is consisted with Xiaocui Lake, Yucui Lake, Ruyi Lake and Wuxiu Lake. On the grounds are many pavilions, water pavilions, terraces, porches and towers that add to the charm. Part of the park's charm comes from the fact that there are many facilities that allow visitors to enjoy the beauty of the place. Especially adults gather in the evenings and...

A very beautiful park in which you can simply relax or take a wlak and enjoy the natrual atmosphere.

You can eat Rice Congee on small boats, or watch Cantonese Opera (at certain hours) near the dock.

There is also a Monument (altar) of Erawan (Four Faced Buddha, very popular in Southern China and Southeast Asia) in this park.

I saw an interesting statue of a half-snake woman, which I think is the primordial...

Took the Guangzhou city sightseeing bus and made a stop at LiWan. This is an awesome example of city rejuvenation. I was informed that the clean streams running through this part of the city were once city sewers. It's amazing how riverine features bring life and positive energy to an old neighborhood. Now LiWan teems with activity, unites local community with domestic and...