Chinese Garden

A serene classical Chinese garden with a history dating back to the Ming Dynasty, featuring elegant architecture, ponds, and rock formations.

Also known as: Yu Garden

Currency

CNY (¥)

Best time to visit

March to May, September to November

Languages

Mandarin · Wu

Coordinates

31.230°, 121.474°

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1The garden covers approximately 2 hectares (5 acres).
2It is considered one of the most beautiful and richly decorated Chinese gardens in Shanghai.
3The garden's architecture is a blend of Ming and Qing Dynasty styles.

1559: The garden was built by a government official, Pan Yunduan, for his father.
1760: The garden was damaged during the Second Opium War and subsequently restored.
1956: The garden was opened to the public after restoration.