Rescue in sight? Chinese Garden Bochum urgently needs help!

Rescue in sight? Chinese Garden Bochum urgently needs help!

The Chinese Garden in the Botanical Garden of the Ruhr University Bochum urgently needs renovation work, which is essential for the preservation of this popular attraction. According to information from news.rub.de The last comprehensive renovation took place ten years ago. Since then, weather and vandalism damage has become noticeable both on the roof and on various wooden areas.

In order to repair the damage, the support association “The Chinese Garden e.V.” is planning to employ specialists from China. These are taught by the garden's architect to incorporate the specific craftsmanship skills required to maintain the original Chinese architecture. The Chinese experts' stay is scheduled for the summer of 2025 and should last around two weeks. The aim is to continue to make the garden usable for the population.

Financial challenges and support needs

The estimated cost of the necessary repair work is around 130,000 euros. This sum includes not only the repair of the roof, but also the labor costs, the replacement of wooden parts such as decorative ornaments, rotten back railings and a broken door wing as well as a new coat of paint. In addition, the accommodation, food and travel expenses of the Chinese craftsmen must also be financed.

So far the club has... ruhr-uni-bochum.de almost a third of the required amount was collected. In order to preserve the beauty of the Chinese Garden for the coming generation and to contribute to international understanding, the association is calling for support. Those interested can donate, including via a special gofundme link, and receive the opportunity for special tours if they support in groups or as a company.

Important details about garden architecture

The Chinese Garden, also called Qian Yuan, was built in 1990 in the traditional southern Chinese style and is not only a place of peace but also a popular photo location in Bochum. However, the care and maintenance of this unique garden architecture is difficult because it requires specific craftsmanship skills. It is all the more important that the support association receives the necessary support to preserve this cultural treasure.

With the upcoming renovation and the deployment of specialists from China, the garden will not only shine in new splendor, but will also continue to function as a place for encounters and intercultural exchange. The association hopes for active participation and support from the population in order to be able to overcome the challenges ahead.