The Pearl River Delta has undergone a dramatic transformation over the past four decades, evolving from farmland to a global manufacturing and technology powerhouse. Amid the frenetic pulse of this sprawling megalopolis of 86 million people, Sanshan Hillside Park stands as a mountaintop oasis.
Envisioned as New Town’s Central Park, the design embraces the very infrastructure that defines the region’s growth by utilizing Sanshan Mountain’s existing topography and ecosystem to create thematic zones. A wilderness belt encircles the mountain, protecting sensitive natural slopes, while a web of trails provides access to park amenities, including a library, café, elevated canopy walk, and water gardens. The space beneath the high-speed rail bridge has been reclaimed as a public fitness area, and a hilltop observation deck offering visitors the unique experience of “train spotting.” Clever landscaping and strategic vegetation placement mitigate transportation noise.
Aligning with “Sponge City” guidelines, pond drainage swales and rain gardens improve water quality and reduce flood risk. The “Resiliency Edge” connects the park to urban neighborhoods through a system of lakes, waterways, and seasonal rain gardens, doubling as drainage infrastructure.
The park’s commitment to preservation, reuse, and enriching cultural spaces provides a refuge where health and wellness are prioritized. Here, visitors can truly appreciate sweeping views of the region while enjoying a respite from urban life.
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