Mei Garden

As the saying goes, 'Sunny Jiangnan is not as good as rainy Jiangnan.' Recently, Taizhou is shrouded in misty rain, making it the perfect time to wander through gardens. Strolling among pavilions, terraces, and towers, one can watch the small bridges over flowing water and walk through the landscape, experiencing a journey through time. In the bustling city, there is an ancient and quaint Jiangnan garden. In the rainy weather, the drizzle scatters throughout the garden, instantly evoking a sense of 'rainy Jiangnan, where the mountains and waters are like ink painting.' Taizhou is the hometown of Mei Lanfang. To feel the artistic charm of the Peking opera master Mei Lanfang, Mei Lanfang Park is a must-visit place. Mei Garden is covered with greenery, surrounded by water on three sides, offering a view at every step. The garden's corridors are also quite distinctive, connecting north and south, winding and twisting. Passing through the corridors, the melodious sounds of opera sung by opera fans can be heard, filled with the rich Beijing accent and Mei's charm. Wandering in the garden, the scattered and orderly pavilions and waterside pavilions are eye-catching, and the elegant and majestic white marble statue of Mei Lanfang displays the master's extraordinary demeanor. The statue in the middle of the pool outside the exhibition hall represents the artistic image of Yang Taizhen, whom the master portrayed in 'The Legend of Lady Yang.' In the garden, there is a Mei Lanfang historical exhibition hall, which displays Mei Lanfang's life and the costumes and props he used. Here, one can learn in detail about the master's operatic life, and feel his artistic sentiment and patriotic feelings.