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Xuchang West Lake Park is bounded by Laodong Road to the east, West Street to the north, Qingxu Street to the west, and Jian'an Avenue to the south. It encompasses the Little West Lake, located northwest of the moat. The lake is known for its exceptional beauty, and the Song Dynasty poet Su Shi praised it in a poem, "Although small, it resembles Xi Shi," hence the name.
The Little West Lake in Xuchang West Lake Park boasts a history of over 1,800 years. The Yongle Encyclopedia states, "Of the thirty-six West Lakes in the world, the West Lake of Xuzhou (Xuchang) is the best." West Lake Park was officially established in 1958. Ancient buildings such as the Dexing Pavilion, Tingshui Pavilion, Dushu Pavilion, and Plum Blossom Hall have been restored to their historic splendor. Dotted among the park are the Xiaohong Bridge, Yanbo Bridge, and Juxing Bridge, making it a popular leisure destination for residents. During the third national cultural relics survey, the Little West Lake site was designated an "immovable cultural relic." Xuchang's Little West Lake dates back to the late Eastern Han Dynasty. Excavation for city construction created a pit that later gathered water to form a lake.
Legend has it that when Cao Cao "held the emperor hostage to command the princes," he imprisoned Emperor Xian of Han on the shores of present-day West Lake in Xuchang. After generations of expansion, by the Northern Song Dynasty, when society and economy flourished, the people planted trees, willows, and lotus roots here, and Little West Lake gradually became a famous garden attraction in Zhongzhou. Later, when Su Shi was transferred to Hangzhou, Zhejiang, he wrote to the prefect Zhao Delin, suggesting that the name be changed to Little West Lake to distinguish it from Hangzhou's West Lake. The "Xuzhou Chronicle" of the Daoguang period of the Qing Dynasty states: "The water of Little West Lake originates from a spring on Xing Mountain, meanders and flows here, gathering and gathering, and connecting to the moat of the prefecture. The ancient sages who governed this state took note of the topography and water flow, building pavilions and terraces at high points and ponds at lower levels... Plum trees, lotus flowers, and lotus flowers abound, and the flowers and trees are so intertwined that it is impossible to list them all. The narrow path is suitable for horseback riding, and the shallow waters are suitable for boating. Because the lake is full of lotus flowers, it is called West Lake Lotus Boat, one of the Ten Scenic Spots of Xuzhou."
Warm temperate monsoon climate; West Lake Park is a large-scale leisure park for citizens. The park has pleasant scenery in all seasons and complete entertainment and leisure facilities for citizens, making it suitable for travel in all seasons.
Dexing Pavilion, Tingshui Pavilion, Dushu Pavilion, Plum Blossom Hall, Xiaohong Bridge, Yanbo Bridge, Juxing Bridge;
It is recommended to play for 2-3 hours
Free and open
Open all day
Xuchang West Lake Park is a well-known urban lake park symbolizing the city’s harmony between nature and modern life. Built around the historic West Lake area, it integrates ecological protection with leisure and recreation. Xuchang itself was an ancient capital during the Three Kingdoms period and has a long cultural heritage, reflected in the park’s traditional Chinese landscaping and cultural sculptures.
The park is located in the western part of Xuchang City, Henan Province, near the city center. It can be reached by local bus routes such as 3, 7, or 12, or by taxi from Xuchang Railway Station (about 10 minutes). Walking or cycling from nearby hotels is also convenient.
Admission is free for all visitors; no ticket purchase is required.
No advance booking is required since the park is open to the public without entry fees.
Approximately 1.5 to 2 hours are ideal to explore the park leisurely.
No formal guided tours or audio guides are provided, but local tour agencies occasionally include the park in Xuchang cultural tours (Chinese only).
Yes, the park is fully accessible with smooth paths, ramps, and resting areas. It’s safe and suitable for all ages.
Most vendors and nearby shops accept mobile payments (WeChat Pay, Alipay). Cash is useful for small stalls but not necessary.
Yes, many local restaurants offer vegetarian options such as vegetable noodles, tofu dishes, and stir-fried greens. Halal food can be found in central Xuchang within 10 minutes’ drive.
No dedicated souvenir shops inside the park, but nearby shops sell local crafts, postcards, and traditional snacks from Xuchang.
