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Garden of Contentment (Yu Yuan Garden)

No.137 Anren Street, Huangpu District, Shanghai 200010, China
021-63260830
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Ranked #17 of 503 attractions in Shanghai
Type: Gardens
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: 2-3 hours
Description: A classical garden complete with period style buildings. The Garden was created by Pan Yunduan a Government Officer for his family finishing in 1577.
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

Yes, it can be crowded, but worth it - and much more than a garden, it's really the complete estate dating back hundreds of years. There are multiple buildings to see and acres of gardens, ponds and art. It was our first stop with our private guide and we're happy we had a guide, since we saw a great deal... More

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Moscow, Russia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

This garden is situated about 15 min walk from the bund. It is one of the most beautiful garden I have seen. It is better to go there with a guide p in order not to miss all the sights. There are a lot of tourists there but the roots are made so, that it doesn't bother. You should definitely... More

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Vancouver, B.C.
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

We have a small Chinese Classical Garden in Vancouver (The Sun Yat-Sen Garden) so we were interested to see a large one. There is certainly a lot of it. There were also a lot of people. Definitely worth a visit, but be prepared for the crowds--you won't be doing much quiet contemplating here.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

We had a great tour of the gardens and loved the Rockery with its Great Rockery, 14 meters high. The gardens are 400 years old. The Jade Rock is 3.3 metres high and has 72 holes. It is one of three famous rocks in the southern region of the Yangtze.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

This was the only Chinese garden I visited on my trip. It is adjacent to the Bazaar and it's many shoppers and vendors. The peace and beauty of the garden are in sharp contrast to the activities just beyond its entrance. It is what you would expect of a Chinese garden but that doesn't make it any less spectacular. Well-kept... More

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Warsaw, Poland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

It is very quiet although in the very city center. Very relaxing place, lots of flowers, trees, hidden gardens. If you want to fully touch Chinese culture from the very past it is a must see.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

Very different to other gardens I've visited in China - but equally impressive with the craftsmanship and quality. It's relatively speaking very small but laid out in such a way as it feels much bigger with plenty of eye-candy in every direction. Truly impressive.

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The Woodlands, Texas
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

A classic garden with abundant flowers, buildings, rock formations, pools. Take your time and wander around and imagine what it must of have been like in the past.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

Beautiful place to visit. It is a typical Chinese garden. There is a tourist market just next-door. Walking-distance from the Bund.

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The Hague, The Netherlands
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

The garden and around it are a real pleasure. In the pond the grey fish is 51 year old. The atmosphere is romantic. The area around the garden, with its market, shops and restaurant is unique. Worth a visit. Go to the near restaurant lu Bo Lang

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