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Guyi Garden

A 500-year-old classical Jiangnan garden in Nanxiang, famous for its lotus ponds and bamboo groves.

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Why go

About Guyi Garden

Guyi Garden was first laid out during the Ming Dynasty in 1522 and rebuilt several times over the centuries. Its pavilions, rockeries, ponds, and bamboo groves follow classic Jiangnan garden design. In summer the garden is famous for its lotus blooms, and in spring for plum blossoms.

Nanxiang, the town around it, is also known for its xiaolongbao dumplings.

Make time for

Practical ideas, not a checklist

  1. 01Walk the winding paths around the lotus ponds
  2. 02Admire the bamboo groves and rockeries
  3. 03Cross the stone bridges and rest in the pavilions
  4. 04Visit in summer for the lotus festival
  5. 05Try Nanxiang xiaolongbao in the nearby old street

Good to know

Built
1522, Ming Dynasty
Style
Classical Jiangnan garden
Ticket Notes
adults ¥12, students ¥6
Best Time to Visit
Summer for lotus flowers

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