The park's water purification system uses natural aquatic plants to naturally filter ammonia and nitrogen from urban wastewater.
Wannian Creek was historically nicknamed 'Stinky Stream' due to severe industrial and domestic pollution before the 2010s restoration efforts.
The project won recognition for urban design excellence in Taiwan for its successful integration of flood control and public landscape.
The park layout includes a specialized 'Eco-Observation' zone specifically designed for birdwatching.
The walking trails are constructed with permeable materials to minimize surface runoff and support local soil health.
Wannian Park is a prominent urban green space in Pingtung City, Taiwan, centered around the restored Wannian Creek corridor. The park serves as a vital ecological filtration system, utilizing constructed wetlands and bio-swales to treat urban runoff before it flows into the stream. Visitors encounter a network of boardwalks and elevated wooden platforms designed to integrate with the riparian landscape. The area features extensive native vegetation, which supports local bird populations and aquatic life. Originally a heavily polluted drainage channel, the site underwent a significant remediation project to transition into a recreational amenity. It now functions as a flood mitigation zone while providing public pathways for walking and cycling. The park design emphasizes connectivity between urban residential zones and the natural watercourse.
The central elevated wooden bridge that crosses the widest point of the constructed wetland.
Bring insect repellent, as the humid wetland environment attracts mosquitoes.
Visit during the golden hour to capture the reflection of the surrounding trees on the creek surface.
Stay on the elevated wooden boardwalks to avoid damaging the protected wetland vegetation.
Do not attempt to enter the water or off-trail muddy areas for safety and environmental protection reasons.
Do not feed wildlife, maintain noise levels to respect the local bird habitat, and strictly adhere to 'leave no trace' principles.
