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Yu Garden

Yu Garden

Nature4.5 · 4 8294.3 · 10 678≈ 1 h 30 minEntry: ~40 CNY1.8 km from the center

A masterwork of classical Chinese landscape design located in Shanghai's Old City, founded in 1559 during the Ming dynasty by Pan Yunduan. Spanning two hectares, the garden combines intricate pavilions, koi ponds, labyrinthine rockeries, and undulating white walls topped with sculpted dragons. Key highlights include the famous porous Jade Rock (Yulinglong) and the zigzag Bridge of Nine Turnings leading to the historic Huxinting Teahouse.

Highlights

Classical Ming dynasty pavilions and ornamental courtyards
Undulating garden walls topped with sculpted dragon heads
Renowned 3-metre porous limestone rock known as Yulinglong

Opening hours

Mon	Closed
Tue	09:00 – 16:30
Wed	09:00 – 16:30
Thu	09:00 – 16:30
Fri	09:00 – 16:30
Sat	09:00 – 16:30
Sun	09:00 – 16:30

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