Garden vs. Park

Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden is different from the adjacent Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Park. Sharing the same pond, the park is an extension of the Garden.

Here are some of the major differences:

Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden

- A not-for-profit charity with vibrant programming & events to connect cultures and communities

- Daily guided tours and freshly brewed hot Chinese tea

- Designed and built by Chinese artisans and craftsmen using traditional techniques to incorporate Ming Dynasty architecture forms.

- Materials: from China—even the little pebbles!

- Rocks: Fossil limestone rocks from Lake Tai in China

- When it rains: you enjoy tea under the covered walkways and pavilions

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Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Park

- A City of Vancouver public park

- Built around the same time as the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden

- Designed and built by local architects and workers using modern equipment

- Materials: from North and South America

- Rocks: Volcanic rocks from Mexico

- When it rains: You get very wet!

Entrance to the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Park