[2025 Dongguan Attraction] Travel Guide for Keyuan Museum (Updated Apr)

#springplace2024 Dongguan Keyuan, located in Guancheng District, Dongguan City, Guangdong Province, was built in the 30th year of Daoguang in the Qing Dynasty (1850) and covers an area of ​​2,200 square meters. It is a representative of Lingnan gardens and is known as the "Four Major Lingnan Gardens" in the Qing Dynasty together with Qinghui Garden, Yuyin Shanfang and Liangyuan. Dongguan Keyuan is known for its "small size and exquisite design", artistically blending residences, courtyards, and study rooms together. On the three acres of land, there are pavilions, towers, landscape bridges, terraces, halls and courtyards. The layout of the garden is staggered and winding, with empty spaces providing views and sparse spaces being full, making it a treasure of Lingnan gardens. Dongguan Keyuan has nurtured a group of artists and cultural celebrities, and has had an important influence on the culture of Dongguan and even Lingnan culture. It is a valuable cultural resource of Dongguan. Friends who come to Dongguan, remember to check in. Detailed address: No. 32, Keyuan Road, Guancheng, Dongguan City

💁Dongguan Keyuan Museum is one of the four famous Lingnan gardens It was first built in the 30th year of Daoguang in the Qing Dynasty and has a history of more than 170 years! 🏔The buildings in the park are roughly divided into three areas. The southeast area is the reception hall. The west area is the banquet hall, and the Kexuan Courtyard is one of the tall buildings with an excellent view. You can have a 360-degree view of the Keyuan Museum. The northern area is a modern garden building. A large green lake and willow trees, as well as stone sculptures, lotus flowers, etc. 👣Walk through the first floor of the garden☞three bridges☞five pavilions☞five ponds☞six pavilions Six platforms, fifteen rooms, nineteen halls, etc. are interconnected, with a clever layout From any angle, it is a beautiful picture! 💫Visit Keyuan Museum with friends and experience the quiet and beautiful environment in the park And the charm of Lingnan garden architecture! 🏘: Dongguan Keyuan Museum 📍: No. 32, Keyuan Road, Guancheng, Dongguan City, Guangdong Province 🕰: Opening hours: 09:30 to 17:30 Closed on Tuesdays #OverseasTravel #DestinationsInAutumn #GreatBayAreaAttractions #Holiday good places #Dongguan tour

#discoverchina 📍 Location: Adjacent to Keyuan Garden, 32 Keyuan Road, Dongguan, Guangdong 🏛 Type: History & Art Museum + Classical Garden Complex 📜 Established: 2006 (modern museum), original garden built in 1850 (Qing Dynasty) 🌟 Highlights: - Houses 3,000+ cultural relics, including Qing-era calligraphy, paintings, and ceramics - Serves as both a museum and extension of Keyuan Garden - Focuses on Lingnan scholarly culture and garden architecture. ⏰ Hours: 9:00–17:30 (Closed Mondays, last entry 17:00) 🚌 Transport: - Metro: Dongguan Rail Transit Line 1 to Keyuan Station (Exit B)

| Discover Hidden Gems for Family Fun. Looking for a fun weekend getaway with your kids? Dongguan is the perfect destination! I recently took my kids on an unforgettable trip to Dongguan, and I've put together a detailed guide to help you plan your own family adventure. Plus, I found an amazing hotel that you won't want to miss. Save this post!📖 🌳Qifeng Park Our first stop was Qifeng Park, a true gift from nature for children. The park is filled with lush greenery and fresh air, offering an invigorating experience. The bougainvilleas by the lake are in full bloom this season, creating a stunning backdrop against the ancient pavilions and towers. We couldn't get enough of taking beautiful photos! 🎞Memories of Dongguan After Qifeng Park, we headed straight to Memories of Dongguan. This place is like a time capsule, preserving the authentic essence of Dongguan's past. The old arcade buildings and weathered walls tell stories of bygone eras. Take your kids to explore the old shops and savor the local Dongguan snacks, such as Guancheng wontons and Daojiao zongzi. Every bite is a burst of happiness. 🏞Keyuan Garden Keyuan Garden, a Lingnan-style garden, is truly breathtaking! Every step reveals a new picturesque scene, like walking through a poem. Inside Keyuan, pavilions, rockeries, and ponds complement each other, resembling a beautiful ink painting. Stroll through the garden with your children, sharing stories of ancient architecture and garden culture, and let them experience the charm of traditional culture. 🍱Food When in Dongguan, don't miss Feicheng Roasted Goose Restaurant! Their roasted goose with lai fun noodles is a must-try local delicacy. The goose is roasted to perfection with crispy skin and tender meat. Each bite is an explosion of flavor and aroma. Paired with smooth lai fun noodles and a flavorful broth, it's a truly satisfying dish. This is the taste of Dongguan! 🏨Accommodation: Dongguan Kondi International Hotel After a day of exploring, we couldn't wait to relax at our hotel. The Dongguan Kondi International Hotel exceeded our expectations. ✅The hotel's location is superb, situated in the heart of Dongguan's central business district, conveniently close to all the places we visited. ✅The hotel's unique "Gate of Dongguan" design is eye-catching. ✅The interior is impeccable, with a spacious and bright lobby and luxurious decor. The rooms are cozy and comfortable, with soft bedding that guarantees a restful sleep. ✅The breakfast at the Western restaurant deserves special mention. The variety is incredible! From Western to Chinese cuisine, fresh bread, delicate pastries, and a wide selection of hot dishes, there's something for everyone. They even have freshly made cheung fun and noodles. For a relaxing and enjoyable weekend getaway with your kids, give Dongguan a try. You and your little ones will surely fall in love with this city! Dongguan Kondi International Hotel

- Opening hours: Weekdays 9:30 am–5:30 pm (last entry 5:00 pm); National holidays and summer/winter vacations 9:00 am–5:30 pm (last entry 5:00 pm); Closed on Tuesdays (except national holidays). - Ticket prices: Ancient architecture area CNY 8/person. Tickets can be booked up to 6 days in advance via the "Dongguan Keyuan Museum" mini-program. Free or discounted admission is available for children aged 6 and under or under 1.2m tall, minors aged 6 to 18, and full-time undergraduate students and below. - Transportation: Take bus routes 4, 7, 22, etc., to Keyuan Station. For those driving, Keyuan Museum has free parking lots at both the south and north gates. Navigate to "Keyuan Museum - North Gate 1" for the north parking lot and "Dongguan Calligraphers Association Exhibition Center" for the south parking lot. Tour Route - Garden Architecture Area: Enter through the south gate and you'll first see the "Keyuan" plaque. Turn left to reach Caocacao Hall. Continue forward, past the Bo Hong Pavilion, to admire the couplet "Eating lychees fuels poetic frenzy, water, sky, and moon, white, recalling Dongpo." Next, arrive at Ke Tang, where the garden's owner held family gatherings and ancestral ceremonies. Ascend the Yao Shan Pavilion for a panoramic view of the garden. Stroll to the Lvqi Tower to enjoy the cool breeze and music. Cross the Zhanming Bridge, where koi swim below—a perfect spot for making wishes and taking photos. Finally, reach the Ke Pavilion in the center of the lake to soak in the picturesque scenery.  - Museum Exhibition Area: Move to the "Lingnan Traditional Gardens and Residences" exhibition area to appreciate over 200 architectural components with distinct Lingnan characteristics. The "Mo Bozhi and Lingnan Architectural Art" exhibition area showcases the life and works of Mo Bozhi, a master of the Lingnan architectural school. On the second floor, the "Ju Chao, Ju Lian, and Keyuan" exhibition area explores the historical connection between the Lingnan School of Painting and Keyuan. Photography Guide - Garden Scenery: Keyuan's pavilions, rockeries, flowers, and trees provide stunning backdrops for photos. Capture the classical ambiance by taking pictures along the garden paths, beside the rockeries, or by the lotus pond, making use of light and shadow and the lush greenery. - Distinctive Architecture: Ke Tower is an iconic structure; photographing it from different angles showcases its unique architectural style. The oyster shell windows and Manchu windows are also excellent photographic subjects, offering unique lighting effects. Other Tips - Keyuan offers 5 free guided tours daily at 10:30 am, 12:00 pm, 2:00 pm, 3:30 pm, and 4:30 pm. Meet under the "Keyuan" plaque at the south gate. - Collect stamps at the Keyuan Post Office or the service desk on the first floor of the Keyuan Museum exhibition area. The post office also sells postcards and other unique cultural and creative products. - Mosquitoes are prevalent in the garden, so bring mosquito repellent.

Keyuan Garden in Dongguan is an important representative of Lingnan gardens. Together with Qinghui Garden in Shunde, Yuyin Mountain House in Panyu, and Liang Garden in Foshan, it is known as one of the four major Lingnan gardens. Keyuan Garden was built in 1850 by Zhang Jingxiu, a military general in the late Qing Dynasty. Legend has it that the owner of the garden, Zhang Jingxiu, originally wanted to name the garden "Yiyuan." After the completion of the garden, he invited guests to a banquet, and everyone praised the garden, saying "it's good, it's good." Zhang Jingxiu felt that the word "Ke" (good) better reflected the exquisite nature of the garden, and since "Ke" comes before "Yi" (meaning), he renamed it "Keyuan." The owner of the garden once invited Ju Chao and Ju Lian, the founders of the Lingnan School of Painting, to stay here for ten years. The two of them created the "Zhuangshui Zhuangfen" technique in Keyuan, which laid the foundation for the "eclectic" artistic style of the Lingnan School of Painting, making Keyuan an important source of the Lingnan School of Painting. Strolling through the garden, the scenery is truly beautiful! Keyuan Museum, Dongguan

Dongguan Day Trip | The New Year atmosphere is amazing! Come and see for yourself! Good weather during the New Year means you have to come to Dongguan to eat and shop~ My route: Drive from Guangzhou - Dongguan Memory - Keyuan Museum - Dongguan Botanical Garden - Tongsha Ecological Park - Feicheng Roasted Goose/Quanji Roasted Goose/Baoman Roasted Goose Feicheng Roasted Goose (Shilong Branch) Arrived in Dongguan at 11:00, and of course the first stop was roasted goose! The goose was cold, but the skin was still crispy. It was okay. Dongguan Memory: The New Year atmosphere is amazing! Remember to wear red for photos, it's festive and appropriate. The place is not big, there are many cultural and creative shops, and it takes about an hour and a half to walk around slowly. Keyuan Museum: Opposite Dongguan Memory, you can walk around the garden without entering the museum. Dongguan Botanical Garden: Heart Tree: Navigate to the European Terrace Garden, near the P3 parking lot, then walk 15 minutes to get there. Red House: Navigate to the Malaysia-China Friendship Garden, near the P2 parking lot, then walk 10 minutes to get there. Tongsha Ecological Park: Vehicles need to make a reservation in advance on the official account, and it is very suitable for cycling. Old Banyan Tree: Enter from the north gate, keep right and walk along the lake for about 500 meters (10 minutes), the big tree is on the left.

The Four Famous Gardens in Lingnan-Keyuan Garden📍Irresistible beauty❌ One of the four major gardens in Guangdong. A representative work of Lingnan gardens. It was built by its owner Zhang Jingxiu in 1860 and has a history of more than 160 years. 🕰️ It is known as one of the four famous gardens in Guangdong during the Qing Dynasty, along with Qinghui Garden in Shunde, Yuyin Garden in Panyu, and Liang Garden in Foshan. 💥 🏡Keyuan is known for its "small and exquisite design". It artistically combines residences, courtyards, and study rooms, showing the unique charm of Lingnan gardens! ✨ [RoundNails] Positioning: Keyuan Museum, Dongguan City 🅿️Parking: There are two parking lots at the South Gate/North Gate, free🆓 🎫Tickets: 8/person, must be purchased in advance on the official account Make an appointment for "Dongguan Keyuan Museum"! 🤳🏻 ⏰Time: 9:30-17:30 (admission stops at 17:00), Closed on Tuesdays 📣Explanation: 10:30, 12:00, 14:00, 15:30, 16:30

《🏞️Must-visit in Dongguan: Ke Garden Museum, one of the four famous Lingnan gardens🌿📷》 🌸Dongguan locals, want to experience the authentic charm of Lingnan gardens? Ke Garden Museum in Dongguan is waiting for you! As one of the four famous Lingnan gardens, Ke Garden is a cultural relic not to be missed. 🌳【Garden Overview】 Ke Garden is divided into paid and free areas. Every corner is full of ancient charm, making it perfect for taking photos with an ancient style. Every visitor can feel like they are traveling through time here. 💰【Ticket Information】 - Ticket: Only CNY 8 to enjoy the charm of a century-old garden. ⏰【Opening Hours】 - Opening hours: 9:30 am to 5:30 pm, ensuring you have plenty of time to visit. 📸【Photography Tips】 - This is a great place for ancient-style photography. Bring your camera and capture every wonderful moment. 🅿️【Parking Information】 - There is a parking lot in the garden, making it very convenient to drive here. 🚘【Transportation】 - If you don't drive, you can also choose public transportation. Remember to check the navigation to easily reach Ke Garden Museum. 📝【Travel Tips】 - Recommended visit time: 2.5 hours to slowly savor the beauty of the garden. - Keep your receipt for easy access to the garden. - Bring mosquito repellent to avoid mosquito interference. - Note: Closed on Tuesdays, so plan your trip accordingly. Come to Ke Garden Museum and experience the historical and cultural charm of Dongguan! 🌿📷

🏔Introduction to scenic spots: Zhang Jingxiu, the owner of Keyuan, was once an official of Jiangxi Province. He retired to his hometown due to the ups and downs of his official career. He devoted himself to landscape gardens, chess, calligraphy and painting, and built this private residence covering an area of ​​3.3 acres. Although Ke Garden is small and exquisite, it is ingeniously designed, with pavilions, towers, landscape bridges, halls, and courtyards all available. It is also part of the Nanshe ancient village of Ming and Qing Dynasties, where nine Jinshi scholars were born in history. All these reflect the profound cultural heritage of Keyuan. 📝Check-in strategy: Keyuan Garden is roughly divided into three areas: the southeast area is the main entrance area of ​​the courtyard, and its main function is to receive guests and divert personnel, including: the building lobby, the Bohong Pavilion, the Caocao Cottage, the Grape Forest Hall, the Tingqiu Residence and its arcade. The buildings in the west area are where the host hosts host banquets, entertain guests and enjoy the view from afar. Including: Shuangqing Room, Kexuan, etc. Above Kexuan is Yaoshan Pavilion, the tallest building in the courtyard, which offers an excellent view and a 360-degree panoramic view of Keyuan. The buildings in the northern area are built along Ke Lake. The owner's bedroom and study are all located in this group of buildings, and you can enjoy a great view when you open the window. 🚗Traffic information: If you drive, you can navigate to: Dongguan Keyuan Museum. There is a parking lot at the south gate and the north gate. 🕙Business hours: 9:30~17:30 (no entry at 17:00), statutory holidays and winter and summer vacations 9:00~17:30 Closed on Tuesdays (except statutory holidays) 📌Price and other tips: Ancient building area (South Gate), 8 yuan; Comprehensive museum area (North Gate), free. Children 6 years old and under are free of charge, senior citizens (60 years old for men and 55 years old for women, remember to bring your ID card) are free of charge, and students can pay half price with their student ID card. 💗Travel experience: Although Keyuan is small and exquisite, it is ingeniously designed, with pavilions, towers, mountains and rivers, bridges, halls and courtyards all available. The layout of the garden is staggered and winding, with empty spaces providing views and sparse spaces being full, making it a treasure of Lingnan gardens. 📌Tips: Keyuan Garden can be said to be a great place to take photos of ancient buildings with beautiful scenery at every step, especially when wearing Hanfu, cheongsam, oil-paper umbrellas, round fans, etc., the photos taken are very artistic. There are swans and koi in the back lake, and a small zoo by the lake with peacocks and other animals, which children love.

👉 In the scorching heat of midsummer in Lingnan, typhoons bring rain and also coolness. 👍 It is reported that Dongguan Keyuan is one of the four major gardens in Lingnan. I was fortunate to visit Keyuan in the rain, and I saw a delicate small garden lying quietly beside a clear lake. As the saying goes, 'The small garden has infinite scenery, and there is another world in the pot.' 🌷 Keyuan is known for its 'small and exquisite, ingeniously designed' style, artistically blending residences, courtyards, and study rooms together. 🌹 The three-story lookout tower in the garden is different from ordinary gardens, with a simple and elegant roof. Walking through the narrow paths in the garden, you can see mountains, water, flowers, and more scenery. 🏛 The four major gardens in Lingnan: Shunde Qinghui Garden, Foshan Liang Garden, Panyu Yuyin Mountain House, Dongguan Keyuan. 🚗 Transportation: Transfer to bus No. 20 at Dongcheng South Station on the Guanghui Intercity Line or transfer to bus No. 75 at Xintang Station on Guangzhou Metro Line 13. 😊 Ticket: 8 yuan/person

Dongguan Keyuan Garden - one of the four famous gardens in Guangdong during the Qing Dynasty: (1) Keyuan Garden is located in Guancheng, Dongguan. It is a national key cultural relic protection site and one of the four major gardens in Guangdong during the Qing Dynasty. It is a representative work of Lingnan gardens. It was built in 1860 by Zhang Jingxiu, the owner of Keyuan Garden, after he resigned from his official post and returned to his hometown. It has a history of more than 160 years. (2) The park is divided into two major areas: Keyuan Ancient Buildings (original buildings, charged) and Keyuan Museum (modern, free) (3) Yaoshan Pavilion is the highest point in Keyuan Garden, where you can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of Keyuan Garden. When there are many people, the number of people there will be limited to 20. The stairs to the upper floor are quite hidden, so be careful!! (4) Sometimes people perform operas on the second floor of the Keyuan ancient building. You can sit and listen to the music (tea is charged). (5) There is an aviary inside the ancient building, which houses peacocks, parrots, pigeons, etc. (p17) You can walk to the end of the road next to the pavilion to reach the aviary. The glass reflects light, making it difficult to take photos. Personal experience: The scenery is average, but what amazed me was P3. Friends from nearby cities can come and check in. If you come all the way to check in, it's not necessary. Personal strategy: 【1】Tickets, opening hours, and tour time: Keyuan Ancient Buildings 8￥/person, 20 minutes Free 60-minute admission to Keyuan Museum Minutes: 9:30-17:00 (no admission at 16:30) Closed on Tuesdays (except holidays)

Date: 2023/12/22-12/23 Location: Dongguan University of Technology Nothing is more anticipated than Dongguan in December! The Dongguan Lake live music festival is coming. Let's play in Dongguan on a beautiful winter weekend! The sightseeing recommendations are ready! 1. Guanyin Mountain Scenic Area Guanyin Mountain in Dongguan boasts the city's intact original secondary forest and is known as 'a blessed place for spiritual beauty and forest health preservation'. Located at the heart of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, it is within the one-hour economic circle of core cities such as Hong Kong, Shenzhen, Dongguan, and Guangzhou. It is an AAAA-rated tourist scenic area that combines a forest oxygen bar, cultural experiences, and marriage wishes. 2. Keyuan Garden Keyuan Garden is one of the four famous gardens in Guangdong and a masterpiece of Lingnan garden art. It was praised by predecessors as 'a land of human fortune enviable, a garden boasting of a celestial palace'. It mainly consists of the Keyuan ancient architectural area and the new Keyuan Museum. The ancient architectural area of Keyuan combines many classic elements of Lingnan gardens, with corridors surrounding, and many pavilions and towers. The buildings are all made of water-milled blue bricks. The garden has one building, six pavilions, five kiosks, six platforms, five pools, three bridges, nineteen halls, and fifteen rooms, many of which are named with the character 'Ke', such as Ke Building, Ke Xuan, Ke Tang, Ke Zhou... 3. Yuehui Garden Yuehui Garden is a classical private garden that recreates the charm of ancient Lingnan architecture and represents Lingnan gardens. The eastern and western scenic areas are centered around a two-kilometer-long Dongjiang river channel, with quaint and natural architectural clusters on both sides, including Tailai Building, Nanyun Pavilion, Tianxiang Yunwai, Yuehui Tea House, etc.; the north and south scenic areas span the middle part of the river channel, in sequence are the East Main Gate, Baifu Hui Chun, and Fan Building. Among them, Fan Building is the main building of the garden, with a majestic presence.

#KeyuanGardenReview 🏯🌿 My visit to Keyuan Garden was a serene and captivating experience. Nestled in Dongguan, this classical Chinese garden is a true gem. As I strolled through its winding paths, I was transported to a world of tranquility and beauty. 🚶♂️🌳 The garden's design is a testament to traditional Chinese landscaping principles, with its carefully placed pavilions, bridges, and ponds. Each element seemed to be in perfect harmony with the natural surroundings, creating a sense of balance and peace. ☯️ One of the highlights of my visit was the intricate architecture, which showcased exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail. I was particularly impressed by the delicate carvings and ornamentation found throughout the garden. 🏛️ Overall, Keyuan Garden is a must-visit for anyone looking to experience the beauty and tranquility of a traditional Chinese garden. It's a place where history and nature come together in perfect harmony. #KeyuanGarden #Dongguan #ChineseGardenBeauty 🇨🇳

| The beauty of Chinese ancient architecture. Hello everyone🍠! Today I am going to recommend a good place to go in Dongguan - Keyuan💕. Keyuan is one of the four major gardens in Lingnan🎉, located in Wanjiang, Dongguan city, with convenient transportation🚇. The architecture here is layered, very suitable for shooting ancient style portraits or Hanfu portraits👘! And the entire Keyuan area is not large, very suitable for short trips within Dongguan city🚗! The suggested play time is 2 hours⏰! Keyuan is divided into the North District Museum (free) and the ancient architectural area (8 yuan/person)🎫. The North District is mainly modern garden architecture, with museums, lakes, stone sculpture gardens, lotus ponds and other Chinese gardens🍃! The ancient architectural area is a well-preserved ancient garden. The garden is not large but very layered. You can also overlook the entire Keyuan from the high building🏯! It is suggested that friends in Dongguan can come and visit once, after all, the 8 yuan ticket is not even enough for a cup of milk tea!💰

Ke Garden in Dongguan, located at No. 32 Keyuan Road, Guancheng, Dongguan City, Guangdong Province, was established in the 30th year of Daoguang in the Qing Dynasty (1850), covering an area of 2200 square meters. It is a representative of Lingnan Garden, and it is called the "Four Gardens of Lingnan" in the Qing Dynasty together with Qinghui Garden, Yuyin Mountain House, and Liang Garden. Ke Garden in Dongguan is known for its "small and exquisite, clever design", integrating residences, courtyards, and study rooms artistically. On the three acres of land, the buildings are divided into two groups, southwest and northeast, separated by a garden. The main building is named Ke Lou, and the ground floor hall is named Ke Xuan. The pavilions are made of water-milled green bricks, with red brick steps, decorated with flower stands, flower paths, rockeries, and pools, connected by the Huanbi Corridor, forming a whole. The outline is beautiful and the idea is clever. It is one of the well-preserved four famous gardens in Lingnan and represents Lingnan Garden. In the buildings of Ke Garden, the place names with clear records in ancient books and the current location are: Ke Tang, Ke Lou, Ke Xuan, Ke Ting, Yao Shan Ge, Wen Hua Xiao Yuan, Bo Xi Yu Yin, Zi Shu Tai, Bo Hong Xiao Xie, Hua Zhi Jing, Huan Bi Lang, Zhan Ming Bridge, Qu Chi, Cao Cao Cao Tang, Shuang Qing Shi, Chu Yue Chi, Chu Yue Chi Guan, Lu Qi Lou, Hu Zhong Tian, etc. The above is the ancient architectural area of Ke Garden, which requires a ticket. The Ke Garden Museum is free to visit, but you need to make an appointment in advance. There is a ticket inspection point between the two areas, and you can visit back and forth. You can also visit from the entrance of each door.

8 yuan is the entrance fee for Keyuan. Considering the scale of Keyuan, 8 yuan is indeed reasonable, but in terms of the viewing value of Keyuan, 8 yuan is definitely a bargain. Officials of the Qing Dynasty ended their official careers early and returned to their hometown Dongguan to build gardens and recuperate, taking up the leisure of drinking and chatting with old friends, and composing poetry with aides in their spare time. It is a free and easy transition from military to literary pursuits, and a return to simplicity and authenticity. Although Keyuan is small, it has all the necessary parts. Known for its exquisite and ingenious design, every pavilion, landscape, bridge, hall, and courtyard is filled with the designer's infinite thoughts. Although it is not bustling, it has its own poetic charm.

| Keyuan Garden. 🔸Legend has it that the owner Zhang Jingxiu originally wanted to name the garden "Yi Garden" to express his satisfaction. Later, at a banquet, a drunk guest casually said "OK, OK", which became the origin of the garden's name. According to Zhang Jingxiu's nephew Zhang Jiamo in "Kexuan Postscript", "The naming of Keyuan has the meaning of being neither good nor bad, and ambiguous." - 🔸Keyuan was first built in the 30th year of Daoguang in the Qing Dynasty. The owner of the garden, Zhang Jingxiu, was originally a military general and held the position of second rank. But his talent shone even brighter outside the battlefield, and he was proficient in music, chess, calligraphy, painting, poetry and prose. - 🔸He had his aides Ju Lian and Ju Chao live in Keyuan for eight years. The profound cultural heritage and beautiful garden environment have brought "Er Ju" a constant source of creative inspiration and painting materials. Later, Erju returned to his hometown, Shixiang Garden in Guangzhou, to paint and teach. If Shixiang Garden is known as the "cradle of the Lingnan School of Painting", then Keyuan is the birthplace of the "Ju School of Painting" and an important source of the Lingnan School of Painting. - 🔸Keyuan has a construction area of ​​3.3 mu (more than 2,000 square meters), which is well-proportioned, winding and looping, and cleverly integrates ups and downs, like the interweaving of time and space. Experience the broad vision in the small scene and enjoy the fun in the tranquility. The scenery changes with every step, and mountains and forests are nearby, with roads leading to all directions. - 🔸After visiting the four major gardens in Lingnan (Liangyuan in Foshan, Yuyin Garden in Panyu, and Qinghui Garden in Shunde), I can't hide my preference for Keyuan. The layout and design of Ke Garden reflect the wisdom and inspiration of being low-key, pragmatic and adaptable to life. Not an inch of land was wasted in building the garden, which is in line with the character traits of the Cantonese people from ancient times to the present. Different from the poetic and picturesque gardens in the south of the Yangtze River set amidst mountains and rivers, Keyuan is more low-key and profound, reflecting the owner's profound knowledge and rich talent everywhere, showing the owner's elegance and artistic taste in the pavilions and towers, so that people in the garden can be spiritually nourished. ------------- 🎈Address: No. 32, Keyuan Road, Guancheng, Dongguan City, Guangdong Province 🚗Transportation: 1 hour drive from Guangzhou, there is a parking lot at the north gate. 🎫Tickets: The ticket price for the ancient building area is 8 yuan, and the comprehensive museum area is free. 🈺Opening hours: 9:30-17:30 (no entry after 17:00), closed on Tuesdays 📣Explanation: 10:30, 12:00, 14:00, 15:30, 16:30

Keyuan Garden in Dongguan is one of the four famous gardens of central Guangdong during the Qing Dynasty and a representative work of Lingnan gardens. It is known together with Shunde's Qinghui Garden, Foshan's Liang Garden, and Panyu's Yuyin Mountain House as the Four Famous Gardens of central Guangdong during the Qing Dynasty. Keyuan was built in July of the 30th year of the Daoguang era by Zhang Jingxiu, who resigned from his official position and returned to his hometown. The entire museum covers an area of 17,900 square meters, with pavilions, towers, bridges, and halls all included. The garden layout is undulating and winding, with scenery in every empty space and no wasted areas, making it a treasure of Lingnan gardens. The ancient garden buildings include the Caocao Caotang, Chuyue Pool Pavilion and Windows, Pot-in-the-Sky, Keyuan Pavilion, Kexuan Pavilion, Asking Flowers Courtyard, Huanbi Corridor, Shuangqing Room, Yaoshan Pavilion, Boihong Xiaoxie, Boxi Yuyin, Zhanming Bridge, the Main Gate, Zishu Terrace, and Ketang. Address: No. 32, Keyuan Road, Guancheng Street, Dongguan City 🅿️ Parking: There are two parking lots in the south and north areas, but the number of spaces is limited, free of charge 🎫 Ticket: Ancient architecture area 8 yuan, comprehensive museum area free 🈺️ Opening hours: 9:30～17:30 (closed on Tuesdays) ⌚️ Suggested visiting time 2 hours

😜It's not that Suzhou gardens are unaffordable, but Dongguan Keyuan offers better value for money!✌ 💡Keyuan Garden in Dongguan was established in the 30th year of the Daoguang era of the Qing Dynasty (AD 1850), and is known as one of the four famous gardens of the Qing Dynasty in Guangdong, along with Shunde's Qinghui Garden, Panyu's Yuyin Mountain House, and Foshan's Liang Garden👍. ✨Keyuan Garden is characterized by its small size and exquisite design, ingeniously integrating residences, living rooms, villas, courtyards, gardens, and studies🤩. ✨Pavilions, towers, bridges, trees, halls, and courtyards are all available. The layout is staggered in height, interconnected everywhere, winding and turning, and overwhelmingly beautiful😍. 📍Address: No. 32, Keyuan Road, Guancheng District, Dongguan City, Guangdong Province ⭕️Keyuan Garden is divided into an ancient architecture area and a comprehensive exhibition area ⏱Opening hours: 09:00——17:30, closed on Tuesdays (except for holidays) Ticket·Cost💰: 🎫Ticket for Keyuan ancient architecture: 8 yuan per ticket (half price for students😜) 🆓Ticket for the comprehensive exhibition area: Open all year round for free! 🚩Ancient garden buildings: Chuyue Pool Pavilion and Window👀, Pot-in-the-Sky🥃, Keyuan Pavilion🛖, Kexuan Study📚, Ask Flower Courtyard🌸, Huanbi Corridor, Shuangqing Room, Yaoshan Pavilion, Bohong Pavilion, Boxi Fishing Hideaway... 🚩Comprehensive exhibition area: The exhibits include 'Lingnan Traditional Gardens and Residential Houses', 'Juchao, Julian and Keyuan', 'Moberg and Lingnan Architectural Art', as well as periodically updated temporary exhibitions🎉. 📝Tips: 1⃣Yaoshan Pavilion is the highest point of Keyuan Garden, where you can take beautiful photos by climbing up the pavilion📷~ 2⃣There is a birdhouse🦜 in the garden, as well as peacocks🦃 and a fish pond🐟! 3⃣Free guided tour service time is here🎤: At 10:30, 12:00, 14:00, 15:30, 16:30 every day at the meeting point, there will be professional guides to serve everyone~ 4⃣Wearing Hanfu, cheongsam, or Chinese-style clothing to take photos will enhance the atmosphere📸! 🚦Transportation The bus routes passing by Keyuan Garden include: Route 4, Route 7, Route 22, Route 28, Route 45, Route 46, Route 58, Route 622, Route 627, Route G1, Route G2, Route G4, Route G5, Route L5A, Route X20, Route X26, Dongguan Route 75... Isn't it convenient?🚌

The Ke Garden in Dongguan is a Lingnan garden worth visiting, located in the mother city of Dongguan, that is, the old town area of Dongguan old county town—Guancheng. This is one of the four famous gardens in Lingnan (the other three are Yuyin Mountain House in Panyu, Qinghui Garden in Shunde, and Liang Garden in Foshan), and it is currently a key national cultural relic protection unit. If Dongguan is a 24-hour busy, slightly cold world factory, then this exquisite water town garden injects a touch of slowness and a strand of warmth into this big city. Ke Garden was built in the 30th year of the Daoguang era of the Qing Dynasty (1850), and the owner was Zhang Jingxiu, a Dongguan native who had been an official in Xunzhou (now Guiping City) in Guangxi. Due to disagreements in political views with his partner, he returned to his hometown in Dongguan and built this garden. Although the garden owner Zhang Jingxiu was a military general, he was proficient in all arts including music, chess, calligraphy, and painting. After returning home, Zhang Jingxiu devoted himself to creating the garden. He originally wanted to name it 'Yi Garden' meaning 'satisfactory,' but found it too direct. The name 'Ke Garden' came from a guest's casual response 'Ke Yi' (meaning 'can'), implying the meanings of 'can do,' 'pleasant,' and 'indifferent.' Later, the two founders of the Lingnan School of Painting—Ju Lian and Ju Chao—also came here. As Zhang Jingxiu's staff, they lived here for ten years, painting and perfecting the techniques of boneless painting, water collision, and powder collision in flower and bird painting, further enhancing the reputation of Ke Garden. Although Ke Garden is not large, it is worth savoring in detail. On a land of three acres, there are pavilions, towers, bridges, and halls, all complete. The rich vegetation, hollowed-out flower tiles, windows made of oyster shells, and floor tiles with exquisite patterns are all worth seeing. After touring the first floor, you can also go up to the second floor for a walk, and even to the third floor to overlook the entire garden. It can be said that although Ke Garden is small, it has all the necessary features. Everywhere you look, there are framed views and borrowed scenery, winding paths leading to secluded spots, and changing vistas with every step, which is very interesting. I wandered here for 45 minutes and still felt it was not enough. If you have enough time, I suggest you come before sunset in the afternoon. The setting sun casts a beautiful and tranquil light on the courtyard and walls, as if time itself has slowed down. Ticket price: 8 yuan Opening hours: Normally from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm (during summer and winter vacations from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm), ticket checking stops at 5 pm

A great place to go on the weekend is the Dongguan Ke Garden Museum. It's not too crowded and a great spot to hang out with friends. Many Hanfu Chinese weddings are photographed here, and the ladies are all super beautiful! The feeling of the Jiangnan water town is really vivid. You don't need to go to the south of the Yangtze River to experience the taste of spring. The ancient architecture is very distinctive, and it's great for taking photos. Wearing a cheongsam would probably be even more beautiful. My most, most, most favorite thing is its museum, which is super unique. All kinds of paintings are very eye-catching! They have many characteristics of the Jiangnan area!! The birdsong and the fragrance of flowers are like being there in person, and there's even background music, which is really interesting. The white swans here, and the black swans are all so cute, each one so proud!! There are also super large koi fish, seeing them is supposed to bring good luck～

Dongguan Keyuan Museum 🌈One of the four famous gardens of the Qing Dynasty in Guangdong Shunde Qinghui Garden, Panyu Yuyin Mountain House, Dongguan Keyuan, Foshan Liangyuan, Qinghui Garden Keyuan is one of the four famous gardens in Guangdong Keyuan is known for its 'small and exquisite, well-designed', with pavilions, landscapes, bridges, halls, and courtyards all available. The Keyuan Museum in the garden covers an area of 17,900 square meters. It is a thematic museum that relies on Keyuan garden architecture to collect, display, and study classical garden architecture and Lingnan School cultural relics. It disseminates Lingnan architectural culture and Lingnan School art. It's very worth to take a walk and cultivate one's mood ❗️Address: No. 32, Keyuan Road, Guancheng, Dongguan Parking is available, with plenty of parking spaces and very convenient

The Keyuan Museum in Dongguan is located in the west of Boxia Village, Guancheng District, Dongguan City, Guangdong Province. Its predecessor was the Dongguan Keyuan, one of the four famous gardens in Guangdong during the Qing Dynasty, which was established in the 30th year of the Daoguang period (1850). The Dongguan Keyuan Management Office was renamed the 'Dongguan Keyuan Museum'; on November 1 of the same year, a plaque hanging ceremony was held. On April 22, 2008, the new museum of Keyuan Museum held its opening ceremony. The museum covers an area of 17,900 square meters. The Dongguan Keyuan Museum is a thematic museum that relies on Keyuan garden architecture to collect, display, and study classical garden architecture and Lingnan School cultural relics, and disseminate Lingnan architectural culture and Lingnan School art. It has display exhibitions such as 'Lingnan Traditional Gardens and Houses', 'Juchao, Julian and Keyuan', 'Mo Bozhi and Lingnan Architectural Art' and periodically updated mobile exhibitions. It integrates collection protection, display exhibitions, academic research, art exchanges, and cultural leisure. It is a public cultural facility with both Dongguan cultural characteristics and modern atmosphere. In September 2018, the Dongguan Keyuan Museum was designated as a national second-level museum. Chinese name: Dongguan Keyuan Museum Location: West of Boxia Village, Guancheng District, Dongguan City, Guangdong Province Area: 17900 m2 Category: Art Museum Time of use: April 22, 2008

I choose to come here for a trip around Guangzhou ✅Took some satisfactory photos with few people Second visit Every time there are a lot of people One of the four famous gardens in Guangdong during the Qing Dynasty The garden architecture is the main feature, Pavilions, bridges, courtyards, everything There are also exhibitions of painting schools, art exhibitions There are more than 5 exhibitions of all sizes An afternoon is very suitable 🌈There are ornamental fish and swans that can be fed, bring some bread, fruit. The main feature is ancient garden architecture, you can wear ancient costumes for photos The whole place is for walking, shopping, and taking photos There is also an art gallery nearby (a street away) Didn't go because of lack of time If you have time, you can take your kids to visit Continue to walk with kids for a different daily experience

This month, Yilan went to Guangdong, the main purpose is to collect the four famous gardens in Lingnan (Dongguan Keyuan, Panyu Yuyin Mountain House, Shunde Qinghui Garden, Foshan Liang Garden). The first place to go is the old Dongguan, one of the four famous gardens in Lingnan, Keyuan is hidden in Dongguan city area. Keyuan is divided into two parts, the north gate into the garden first passed through the comprehensive exhibition area, here mainly displays the introduction is the Lingnan architectural features and classic architectural works. Out of the exhibition hall, around the small lake, from here into the Keyuan ancient architectural area. Keyuan was built in the 30th year of Daoguang in the Qing Dynasty (1850), the owner is Zhang Jingxiu, a Dongguan man who once went to Guangxi to be an official. Because he disagreed with his partner's political views, he returned to his hometown in Dongguan and built this garden. Stepping into the garden, as if through the time tunnel, came to the Jiangnan water town, the garden lake clear, small bridge flowing water, green vegetation, beautiful flowers embellish among them, forming a poetic and picturesque ink painting. Keyuan is famous for its exquisite garden art, the scattered buildings in the garden, such as small bridges, flowing water, pavilions, all show the unique charm of Chinese classical garden architecture. Especially those cleverly designed stone bridges, winding and winding, a step a scene, every place in the walk is worth savoring. In Keyuan, not only can you appreciate the beauty of traditional garden architecture, but also taste the unique charm of Lingnan culture. The buildings in the garden are all integrated with the elements of Lingnan traditional culture, such as brick carving, wood carving and other crafts, making the whole garden present an elegant and indifferent atmosphere. On three acres of land (2204 square meters), houses, living rooms, villas, courtyards, gardens, study rooms, artistically integrated together. Pavilions, mountains and waters, bridges and pavilions, halls and courtyards are all available. Window carvings, railings, beauty leans, even the floor each has its own style. The layout of Keyuan is high and low, everywhere is connected, winding and winding, confusing, after a floor tour, you can also go to the second floor for a tour, then go to the third floor to overlook the whole garden. Keyuan, like an ancient poem, tells the vicissitudes of history in her unique language, recording the development and changes of Dongguan city. In this garden, people can trace the imprint of traditional culture and feel the profound heritage of ancient Dongguan. Keyuan ticket: the comprehensive exhibition part is free to visit, the ancient architectural garden area ticket is 8 yuan Opening hours: 09:30-17:00, closed on Tuesday Address and transportation: 32 Keyuan Road, Guancheng, Dongguan City, Guangdong Province Take multiple buses in Dongguan city area, self-driving north gate has a parking lot. Photography suggestion: Chinese style, new Chinese style clothing or Hanfu are suitable, weekdays are not many people suitable for photography. I am Yilan, a photographer who loves to travel, follow me to explore fun, good-looking new ❤ places ~

~Travel through ancient garden art! 🏯🌸🎎🌿 As soon as I stepped into the Keyuan Museum, I was immediately attracted by the atmosphere here. The ancient buildings and exquisite gardens made me feel like I was entering a palace. I couldn't help but marvel at the magnificence of these buildings and the exquisiteness of the gardens, as if I had traveled back to ancient China. Explored the different exhibition areas in the museum. I walked into an antique courtyard and admired the carefully designed gardens and ponds. The scenery here is as beautiful as a painting. I seem to be able to feel the leisurely time of the ancient nobles playing and enjoying the scenery here. In addition to the courtyard, the Keyuan Museum also has some artworks and cultural relics that showcase the Lingnan garden culture. I appreciate ancient calligraphy and paintings, and feel the ancient people's love for nature and pursuit of art. These precious cultural relics have enabled me to better understand the history and value of Lingnan gardens. Keyuan Museum, a treasure trove that showcases Lingnan garden art, not only allows me to travel through time and space, but also gives me a deeper appreciation for the aesthetics of ancient gardens. If you want to explore the mysteries of ancient gardens, Keyuan Museum is definitely a place worth visiting! 🏯🌸🎎🌿 #Must-visit spots in the Greater Bay Area