[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”5 Parks You Can\u2019t Miss This Summer” header_fullscreen=”on” background_overlay_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.54)” admin_label=”Title” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”Lato|700|||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_font_size=”42px” title_line_height=”1.5em” subhead_font=”Lato||||||||” subhead_text_align=”center” subhead_font_size=”26px” background_image=”https:\/\/jmsc6110a.com\/capstone2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Flamencos-mayores-\u706b\u70c8\u9e1f\u5c5e-1-scaled.jpg” parallax=”on” title_text_shadow_style=”preset1″ content_text_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
written by Yu Yueyang & photographed by Zhang Yilin<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_fullwidth_header][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”|150px||150px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
H<\/span>ong Kong\u2019s lesser known gems are the public parks and gardens. There are 26 major parks in Hong Kong, each with its own unique characteristics. We highlight 5 public parks with something for everyone; family-friendly zoos, bird lovers, history geeks, and stunning views for photographers.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/span>Chater Garden<\/strong><\/span> Chater Garden (formerly Hong Kong Cricket Club) is a lush environment with over 11,000 trees, shrubs, and flowering plants. It serves as a pocket of green space for office workers during their lunch break and tourist attraction on weekends. This garden is one of the landmarks of Hong Kong\u2019s Central District. In summer, the glass fountain, waterfalls, and pools provide a refreshing respite from the heat. You can also enjoy the iconic sculpture works in the nearby Art Garden of The Henderson<\/a>, experiencing the artists\u2019 interpretations of life. One of the most famous works is Anatomy of Time, a 3-meter-tall kinetic optical sculpture; its creator was inspired by cosmology and the spiral geometry of galaxies. Through the power of nature, these spaces help soothe the anxiety and loneliness of urban life.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/jmsc6110a.com\/capstone2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/DSC9469-scaled.jpg” title_text=”_DSC9469″ disabled_on=”on|on|off” admin_label=”Template Image” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|off” admin_label=”Caption” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-10px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n This sculpture is Anatomy of Time by Petroc Sesti.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ disabled_on=”off|off|on” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” admin_label=”mobile” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”|0px|||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n H<\/span>ong Kong\u2019s lesser known gems are the public parks and gardens. There are 26 major parks in Hong Kong, each with its own unique characteristics. We highlight 5 public parks with something for everyone; family-friendly zoos, bird lovers, history geeks, and stunning views for photographers.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/span>Chater Garden<\/strong><\/span> Chater Garden (formerly Hong Kong Cricket Club) is a lush environment with over 11,000 trees, shrubs, and flowering plants. It serves as a pocket of green space for office workers during their lunch break and tourist attraction on weekends. This garden is one of the landmarks of Hong Kong\u2019s Central District. In summer, the glass fountain, waterfalls, and pools provide a refreshing respite from the heat. You can also enjoy the iconic sculpture works in the nearby Art Garden of The Henderson<\/a>, experiencing the artists\u2019 interpretations of life. One of the most famous works is Anatomy of Time, a 3-meter-tall kinetic optical sculpture; its creator was inspired by cosmology and the spiral geometry of galaxies. Through the power of nature, these spaces help soothe the anxiety and loneliness of urban life.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/jmsc6110a.com\/capstone2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/DSC9469-scaled.jpg” title_text=”_DSC9469″ disabled_on=”on|on|off” admin_label=”Template Image” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|off” admin_label=”Caption” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-10px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n This sculpture is Anatomy of Time by Petroc Sesti.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-60px||||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|150px||150px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens<\/strong><\/span> The Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens, established in 1864 is an oasis that boasts a diverse collection of flora and fauna. The official website<\/a> updates its list of seasonal blooms monthly, making it easy for visitors to plan their flower-viewing trips. In summer, visitors can admire seasonal plants such as the Dichroa febrifuga (Hydrangeaceae) and Trachelospermum jasminoides (Star Jasmine). It\u2019s okay if you don\u2019t recognize them\u2014there are detailed signs throughout the park. The garden is also the home to various species of monkeys, as well as otters, meerkats, wallabies, flamingos, and a massive aviary. Even better, this place is free and requires no reservations, but if you visit during the summer, be sure to bring mosquito repellents.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/jmsc6110a.com\/capstone2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/\u82b1\u7279\u5199.jpg” title_text=”\u82b1\u7279\u5199” admin_label=”Template Image” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” width=”50%” custom_margin=”|||200px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Caption” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-10px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Flowering plant in May: Hydrangea (Dichroa febrifuga)<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/jmsc6110a.com\/capstone2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Flamencos-mayores-\u706b\u70c8\u9e1f\u5c5e-1-scaled.jpg” title_text=”Flamencos mayores (\u706b\u70c8\u9e1f\u5c5e) (1)” admin_label=”Template Image” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” width=”50%” custom_margin=”|||200px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Caption” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-10px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n American Flamingo (Phoenicopterus ruber)<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row disabled_on=”off|off|on” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Location: Chater Rd, Central
Open: 24 hours<\/p>\n
Location: Chater Rd, Central
Open: 24 hours<\/p>\n
Location: Albany Rd, Central
Open: 6\u202fam\u20137\u202fpm<\/p>\n