Lion Grove Garden, Classical Chinese garden in Gusu District, Suzhou, China.
The Lion Grove Garden contains a central pond surrounded by ornate pavilions, halls, and intricate rock formations spanning 10,000 square meters.
Buddhist monk Wen Tianru established the garden in 1342 during the Yuan Dynasty as part of the Bodhi Orthodox Monastery to honor his teacher.
The garden combines traditional Chinese elements through architecture, rock arrangements, and water features, representing harmony between nature and human design.
Visitors can access the garden through buses 202 and 204, with admission fees ranging from 20 to 30 RMB depending on the season.
The garden features a complex labyrinth of taihu rocks forming a three-level maze with 9 paths and 21 caves across 1154 square meters.
Location: Suzhou
Part of: Classical Gardens of Suzhou
GPS coordinates: 31.32322,120.62506
Latest update: May 14, 2025 17:17
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