Jūkoen, you have changed! Is this still the Towatakuen I know?

Weifang's Shihu Garden, a classical garden known as the "North Country Jiangnan", is located in Weicheng District, Weifang City, Shandong Province. It is one of the models of private gardens in the north during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. The name of the garden is taken from the meaning of "ten wats", which means that although it is small, it is exquisite. The garden has a compact layout, dominated by mountains and rivers, with well-proportioned pavilions and pavilions. Every scene reveals the ancients' profound understanding and pursuit of natural beauty. When you step into the garden, the first thing that catches your eye is the small and exquisite rockery. On top of the rockery, it is lined with green trees, making you feel like you are in a paradise. Walking along the winding path, the flowers, plants and trees on both sides change colors with the changing seasons, making people feel the beauty of the four seasons. The pond in the garden is crystal clear, with a few lotus flowers floating on the water, and the occasional chirping of birds adding a sense of tranquility. 【Itinerary】 It is recommended that the tour time be half a day to one day. Entering the park in the morning to avoid the peak crowds can better experience the tranquility and beauty. - **Morning**: After entering from the entrance, first visit the buildings and rockery areas in the park to feel the beauty of classical garden design. Afterwards, you can take a walk by the pond and admire the fish swimming among the lotus leaves. - **Noon**: Choose a nearby specialty restaurant for lunch. It is recommended to try Weifang’s local traditional snacks. - **Afternoon**: Return to the garden and continue to explore the unfinished scenery, such as the calligraphy and painting academy and other cultural facilities, and gain an in-depth understanding of the historical background of Jōko-en. 【Food Recommendations】 As one of the important birthplaces of Shandong cuisine, Weifang has rich and diverse delicacies that are not to be missed: - **Weifang Grilled Chicken**: Crispy skin, tender meat, unique flavor. - **Kite Noodles**: The noodles are as thin as a kite string and have a chewy texture. - **Weixian Grilled Pork**: crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, delicious meat. 【Transportation Guide】 - **Public Transportation**: Take the bus to Weifang Railway Station and transfer to the bus heading towards Shihu Garden. - **Self-driving**: Navigate to "Jiwa Garden", there are parking lots nearby for parking. - **Taxi/online taxi**: Starting from downtown Weifang, it takes about 20 minutes by car. 【Tips】 - The best time to visit is in late spring, early summer or autumn, when the flowers are in full bloom and the scenery is best. - Feeding wild animals is prohibited in the park, please maintain environmental hygiene. - To better enjoy the garden views, it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes.