Yu Garden, Chinese garden in Huangpu District, Shanghai, China.
The two-hectare garden contains traditional pavilions, ponds with goldfish, stone sculptures, bridges, and flowery paths through multiple sections divided by dragon-topped walls.
Pan Yunduan, a Ming Dynasty court official, commissioned the garden's construction between 1559 and 1577 as a peaceful space for his aging parents.
The garden follows Chinese landscape principles with miniature elements representing larger natural features, including stone mountains and flowing water streams.
Visitors can reach the garden by taking Metro Line 10 to Yuyuan Station, with admission prices ranging from 30 to 40 yuan depending on season.
The garden features a remarkable 14-meter-high artificial mountain made from rare Huangshi stones, offering elevated views across the entire complex.
Location: Huangpu District
Inception: January 1, 1577
Fee: Yes
Address: 四牌楼 Huangpu, Shanghai, China, 200000 200000 上海市
Opening Hours: 08:00-17:15
Phone: +862163260830
Website: https://yugarden.com.cn
GPS coordinates: 31.22917,121.48750
Latest update: August 23, 2025 14:03
Shanghai combines modern skyscrapers with historic temples and gardens. The city features the Bund, Lujiazui skyline, Ming Dynasty Yu Garden, and Oriental Pearl Tower. Traditional water towns like Zhujiajiao contrast with shopping areas like Nanjing Road.
Shanghai combines modern architecture with historic structures. The Bund displays colonial buildings while Pudong's skyscrapers shape the skyline. The city presents traditional gardens, temples, art galleries, and historic districts. The contrasts between old and new appear in streets, markets, and parks.
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