Swan Lake, Hefei's flagship urban park, is named for its graceful, swan-wing-shaped shoreline. Nestled within the bustling city, it offers a special view of shimmering waters and lush greenery, creating a vibrant public space where ecological vitality harmonizes with culture and contemporary life.

The city of Hefei, historically known as Luzhou, has a cultural lineage stretching back over millennia. As the capital of Anhui Province, it has long been a center of the Jianghuai cultural belt – home to the legendary incorruptible official Bao Zheng and local traditions such as Lu Opera and Chaohu folk songs.