He Garden in Yangzhou

Also known as "Jixiao Mountain Villa," He Garden is a classical Chinese garden built in the mid-Qing Dynasty and praised as the "best garden of the late Qing Dynasty." Location: He Garden is located at 66 Xu Ning Men Street, Yangzhou. Enter via Pi Shi Street. 🌈Highlights: 1. Pian Shi Shan Fang (Boulder Mountain Retreat): One of He Garden's iconic attractions, designed by the renowned painter Shi Tao and known as the "best mountain under heaven." The "artificial moon" among the rockeries in the garden complements the pond, creating a picturesque scene. 2. Covered Corridors: He Garden's covered corridors are called the "best corridors under heaven." Spanning over 1,500 meters and split into two levels, they run throughout the garden and are a major highlight. 3. Shui Xin Ting (Water Heart Pavilion): Located in the center of the west garden's pond, Shui Xin Ting is the only water stage in China. During performances, it cleverly uses the reflection of the water and the echoes of the corridors to enhance the sound. 4. Yu Xiu Lou (Jade Embroidery Building): This building with a surrounding corridor includes a study, bedroom, and music room, showcasing a blend of Chinese and Western architectural styles. 5. Nanmu Hall: The hall where the owner received distinguished guests, built with precious nanmu wood. 6. He Family Ancestral Hall. 🎟️Tickets: 48 RMB. 💗Tips: The garden's magnolias and rockeries are eye-catching and photogenic. The Qimalou (Horse-Riding Building) demonstrates the designer's ingenuity and is worth exploring. You can also stroll along Pi Shi Street Cultural District and visit the former residence of Zhu Ziqing.