At the border of Catherine and Alexander Parks, on a narrow islet, stands Chinese (Creaking) Pavilion - one of the most interesting park pavilions designed by architect Velten in 1778-1786 as part of Chinese complex.
     At the top of the pavilion there are metal weather vanes, modeled in the form of Chinese flags. When turned around by the wing, these weather vanes were creaking, hence the second name of the pavilion. The roof of the pavilion was decorated with brightly colored and gilded figures of the dragons, carved from wood.
     From the main entrance of the Chinese Pavilion the originally designed stone staircase of 12 steps leads to the pond.