The Dingshan Park Maze in Jiangjin, Chongqing is located in the middle of the park, near the Central Square. It is a popular attraction in the park, and many families come specifically to visit it.
The maze covers an area of about 8 mu. It mainly uses Buxus sinica to build paths. These hedges grow to 1.1 meters high and are neatly arranged. The paths are laid out in a Tai Chi Bagua pattern, with the outline of Yin-Yang fish, dividing the maze into many forks. The paths are not wide, just enough for two people to walk side by side.
The routes of the maze are not particularly winding, but there are many turns, extending along the lines of the Bagua. There are plastic signs along the way indicating directions, marked with “To Exit” and “Rest Area”. In the middle, there is a circular open space, like the center of the Bagua, paved with gravel and with 4 stone stools. You can sit and rest when tired.
This maze is suitable for children to play in. The hedges are not high, so parents can see their children from the side and don’t have to worry about them getting lost. On weekends, parents and children often compete to find the exit, and finding directions along the Bagua paths has become a fun activity.
In addition to the maze, there is a large lawn next to it in the park, where you can spread a mat to rest. It takes 3 minutes to walk to the lakeside trail to enjoy the lake view. There is a canteen nearby selling water, bread and snacks. After leaving the park, it takes 10 minutes to walk to the old town of Jiangjin, where you can taste local snacks such as Jiangjin rice cakes and Chen Youliang Spicy Chicken.
You can drive here. It takes about 15 minutes from Jiangjin urban area. The park has an underground parking lot, costing 5 yuan per hour. You can also take Jiangjin Bus Line 102 to Dingshan Park Station and walk for 5 minutes after getting off.
The maze is open with the park from 6:00 to 22:00. It is open for free, no admission ticket is needed.
Spring and autumn are the best times to visit, with neither cold nor hot weather. In summer, it is recommended to come in the evening to avoid sun exposure. It is advisable to wear soft-soled shoes as you have to walk a lot in the maze.
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