Zuibaichi, Chinese garden in Songjiang District, Shanghai, China
Zuibaichi is a Chinese garden in Songjiang featuring traditional pavilions, winding paths, carved details, and ponds throughout its grounds. A centuries-old cinnamon tree grows near the water's edge, adding another layer of interest to the landscape.
This space began as a private villa during the Song Dynasty and was later repurposed as a foundling hospital in the late 1700s. It opened to the general public during the mid-20th century as the cultural institution we see today.
Calligraphy steles made by skilled masters over centuries are scattered throughout the space, displaying refined brushwork and artistic expression from different periods. Walking through, you encounter these inscribed stones as natural parts of the garden's design and storytelling.
The garden connects directly to Zuibaichi Park station on Shanghai Metro Line 9, making it convenient to reach from downtown Shanghai and from Songjiang North railway station. The metro entrance is just steps away from the garden entrance.
Sun Yat-sen delivered a major speech about the founding of the Chinese Republic at Xuehai Hall within the grounds. This historic moment connected the garden to a pivotal event in modern Chinese history.
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