Yu Garden
Shanghai Shi
Yu Garden, also known as Yuyuan Garden, is an extensive traditional Chinese garden located in the northeast of Shanghai's Old City, adjacent to the City God Temple. Built in 1559 during the Ming dynasty by Pan Yunduan as a comfort for his aging father, the garden exemplifies Jiangnan garden architecture with its pavilions, rockeries, ponds, zigzag bridges, and decorative halls. Covering approximately 2 hectares, it features over 40 scenic spots including the famous Exquisite Jade Rock, a porous 3.3-meter tall boulder with legendary origins. The garden is divided into six areas laid out in the Suzhou style, blending natural and artificial elements harmoniously. Throughout history, Yu Garden has witnessed numerous events, including damage during the First Opium War and Taiping Rebellion, but has been carefully restored and is now protected as a national monument. It remains a cultural hub and a popular tourist destination, reflecting traditional Chinese aesthetics and social history.
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Astuce: Visitors are advised to purchase tickets through official channels to avoid scams. The garden is best visited during spring and autumn for pleasant weather and vibrant foliage. Wear comfortable shoes as the pathways include uneven stones, steps, and bridges. Check opening hours in advance and consider visiting early in the day to avoid crowds. Discounts may be available for seniors, students, and children with valid ID. Pets are not allowed except guide dogs. Be mindful of safety signs and slippery paths during rain or snow.
Faits intéressants
- •The Exquisite Jade Rock is one of the three famous stones of Jiangnan and weighs approximately 5 tons.
- •Yu Garden contains the oldest and largest Huangshi rockery in the Jiangnan region, designed by Zhang Nanyang.
- •During the First Opium War, the British army used the Huxinting Teahouse within the garden as a base of operations.
- •Yu Garden served as a social hub in the Ming dynasty with numerous public performances held in the Leshou Tang pavilion.
- •The garden's name 'Yu' means 'pleasing' or 'satisfying to one's parents', reflecting its original purpose as a filial gift.
Histoire
Yu Garden was constructed starting in 1559 by Pan Yunduan, a Ming dynasty official, to please his elderly father.
Construction was delayed until 1577 due to Pan's official duties.
Originally a private garden, it later changed ownership several times and was partially opened to the public in the 18th century.
The garden suffered significant damage during the First Opium War when British forces occupied parts of it, as well as during the Taiping Rebellion and Japanese occupation in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Restoration efforts began in the mid-20th century, leading to its reopening to the public in 1961 and designation as a national monument in 1982.
Guide du lieu
Exquisite Jade RockNorthern Song dynasty (1100-1126 AD)
A 3.3-meter tall porous boulder weighing 5 tons, famous for its unique texture and legendary origin story involving the Northern Song dynasty emperor.
Leshou Tang Pavilion16th century
The central pavilion where many social and cultural performances took place during the Ming dynasty, serving as a key venue in garden life.
Huxinting TeahouseMing dynasty
A historic teahouse located beside a small pond, known for its zigzag bridge and use as British military base during the First Opium War.
Great Rockery (Dajia Shan)Ming dynasty
The largest and oldest Huangshi rockery in the Jiangnan region, about 14 meters tall, designed by Zhang Nanyang.
Contact
Téléphone: 021 6326 0830