The Hibiscus and the Snow Mountain: Tianfu Art Park and the Art Oasis of Chengdu

The "Super Fusion" of Art and City

1.Located in the Jinniu District of: Chengdu, just outside the North Third Ring Road, Tianfu Art Park represents the newest cultural landmark and a model for Chengdu's "Park City" initiative. Covering a total area of approximately 418 hectares (with a core area of several hundred mu), this sprawling complex is not just a green space but a "super fusion" of nature, art, consumption, and industry. Opened to the public in 2021, it was built on the site of the former Yuejin Village, transforming an urban edge into a vibrant "Cultural Living Room." The park is designed around the concept of "Three Lakes and Three Museums," integrating large-scale public art venues with commercial streets and ecological landscapes. It breaks the walls of traditional art museums, allowing art to spill over into daily life, making it a "park without walls" and an "art museum without boundaries" where citizens can enjoy high-quality exhibitions, read in a scenic library, or simply stroll by the water,,.

2.Architectural Poetry: Hibiscus and Snow Mountains

3.The visual soul of Tianfu Art: Park lies in its striking architecture, which pays homage to Chengdu's cultural heritage. The Tianfu Art Museum (Zone A), situated by Yinggui Lake, is designed in the shape of a blooming Hibiscus flower (the city flower of Chengdu). Its white curvilinear roof reflects beautifully on the water, symbolizing elegance and vitality,. Across the lake in Zone B, the Chengdu Museum of Contemporary Art and the Tianfu Library of Humanistic Arts stand together. their sloping grass-covered roofs are designed to resemble rolling mountain peaks, inspired by the famous Du Fu poem "The window contains the millenary snow of Xiling." This creates a poetic dialogue between the "flower" and the "mountains," blending the artificial structures seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. The library, in particular, offers a "reading within the mountains" experience, where visitors can gaze upon the lake while enjoying a book,,.

The Rhythm of "Three Lakes" and Shu Garden

The park's water system is divided into three distinct lakes: Yinggui Lake (Welcome Osmanthus), Hehua Lake (Lotus), and Fangfei Lake (Fragrance), restoring the historical water ecology of the area. A greenway connects these lakes, providing a scenic route for walking and cycling. Nestled within this modern landscape is the Shu Garden (Shu Yuan), a dedicated space for traditional Sichuan Opera culture. Spanning 110 mu, Shu Garden features classical architecture like the Shuyin Pavilion and Shuyun Xuan, connected by long corridors and complemented by a Sichuan-style bonsai garden. Here, visitors can watch opera performances, experience "face-changing" (Bian Lian), and immerse themselves in the deep roots of Bashu culture, creating a fascinating contrast with the contemporary art across the water,,.

A Lifestyle of Art and Leisure

4.Tianfu Art: Park is more than a visual spectacle; it is a hub of active lifestyle. The commercial area, Tianfu 111, features independent courtyard-style buildings that house trendy brands, art shops, and diverse dining options, creating a bustling "water street" atmosphere at night. The park regularly hosts major international events like the Chengdu Biennale, filling the space with avant-garde sculptures and installations that engage the public. Whether it is camping on the lawns, enjoying a coffee by the lakeside, or exploring the "museum in the park," Tianfu Art Park embodies the Chengdu philosophy of "Slow Life," offering a sanctuary where art is accessible, nature is close, and life is celebrated,,.