The Importance of Public Space in China

The demand for truly public spaces not reserved for any special activity or specialized group of people rose sharply after the reform period. In 20 21, the state council announced that there were about 18 thousand city parks in china, an increase of 50 % compared to ten years ago. Some cities have stopped charging people for using them. Yet just because such spaces are being built or opened up doesn't mean the public can always use them as they wish.