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A Chinese classical garden architecture built in the middle of the Qing Dynasty, known as the "first garden of the late Qing Dynasty", He Garden was built by He Zhifang during the Guangxu period of the Qing Dynasty, and the Pianshi Mountain House was a mountain work by Master Shitao. He Garden has four "firsts in the world", "the first corridor in the world", "the first mountain in the world", "the first window in the world", "the first pavilion in the world". He Garden is also a natural base for domestic film and television dramas. Nearly a hundred film and television dramas such as the new version of "Dream of Red Mansions" and the sequel to "Princess Pearl" were filmed here. The owner of He Garden, He Zhifang, is a Yangzhou gentry who is married to Li Hongzhang, a minister of the late Qing Dynasty, and Sun Jianian, a teacher of Emperor Guangxu. He built this private garden in the ninth year of Guangxu (1883 AD). He Garden has the reputation of "the first garden of the late Qing Dynasty", and the buildings in the garden are a combination of Chinese and Western styles, connected by a complex corridor, with a layered layout. It is said to have been built during the Kangxi period of the Qing Dynasty, designed and built by He Kai, an official of the Qing Dynasty, covering an area of 110,000 square meters, with a large scale and a neat layout. In the "Miss Tower", the life scene of the fourth generation Miss He's family is arranged, with floral tablecloths, light bead curtains, white gauze bed curtains, piano dressing tables, nothing less. The more small building is four-in-one, the interior design is exquisite, and the details show high taste and deep cultural cultivation. The entire building is well preserved and has become a highlight in He Garden.

📍Slender West Lake, where every casual shot is a scenic view. I highly recommend walking in and then taking a boat out. The views from the boat and the shore each have their unique features. 📍Ge Garden, one of the four famous gardens. I have to say that the ancients really knew how to enjoy life. 📍He Garden, the first garden of the late Qing Dynasty. Compared to Ge Garden, I prefer the layout of He Garden. He Garden has a combination of Chinese and Western architectural features. The interior decoration and layout are very different from traditional gardens, which is worth seeing. 📌The morning tea in Yangzhou is very good, but the one in Guangdong is more delicious haha. But I really like desserts. The lotus root starch balls are really delicious. The iced lotus root starch is also very special for the first time. Also, the jasmine-flavored yogurt from Yang University is the best haha. I like places with few people. See you next time, Yangzhou.

"A friend bids farewell at the Yellow Crane Tower, amidst the fireworks of March, he descends upon Yangzhou", the Yangzhou that follows is a myriad of springtime splendor and scenic beauty, with the tulips of Slender West Lake, the magnolias of He Garden, and the pear blossoms of Tangli Bay all serving as romantic symbols of the city... - ✅ Tourist Guide: 1️⃣ Dongguan Street This is the most representative historic street in Yangzhou. As the gathering place for salt merchants in the past, it has a history of over 1000 years. The elegant and beautiful buildings line both sides of the ancient street. Strolling along the quaint street, amidst the bustling crowd, one can learn about Yangzhou's canal culture and salt merchant culture, and feel the charm of the historic street. 2️⃣ Slender West Lake As a famous attraction in Yangzhou, Slender West Lake is a representative of the landscape gardens in the south of the Yangtze River, known as "the best garden under heaven" for its natural beauty. In spring, the long embankment of Slender West Lake is adorned with peach and willow greenery, and the tulips in April are not to be missed. 3️⃣ Wenchang Pavilion One of Yangzhou's landmarks, Wenchang Pavilion, was once the Kui Xing Tower of Yangzhou Prefecture School, built during the Wanli era of the Ming dynasty. The base is octagonal, and the pavilion is exquisitely crafted. Moreover, the night view here is also beautiful, making it a great spot for photography. 4️⃣ Daming Temple One of the eight ancient temples in Yangzhou, Daming Temple has a profound heritage. Locals say that prayers here are very effective. Climbing up the Qiling Pagoda, one can overlook Slender West Lake and take in the beautiful scenery of Yangzhou. 5️⃣ He Garden Praised as "the finest garden of the late Qing dynasty", He Garden is a classical Chinese garden architecture that was built in the middle of the Qing dynasty. The garden layout is exquisite, combining Chinese and Western architectural styles, with both late Qing and Republic of China elements. Walking through the winding paths of the garden, one can enjoy a tranquil and elegant atmosphere, and the blooming of six white magnolias in spring is a sight to behold. 6️⃣ Grand Canal Museum The Grand Canal Museum of China: Located on the banks of the ancient canal, the Grand Canal Museum of China boasts a beautifully designed exterior and an imposing presence. Inside, it records the development of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, with many stunning exhibits that recreate the life scenes along the canal from ancient times to the present. For friends who like archaeology and history, it's worth a detailed visit. - 🥢 Food Recommendations: When in Yangzhou, you must try the local breakfast tea. A common choice among local breakfast tea patrons is hot dry silk, accompanied by a cup of Lu'an Melon Seed tea, which can be enjoyed for an entire morning. Of course, the Three Ding Bao, Yangchun noodles, and crab roe soup dumplings are also good. 🏠 Accommodation Recommendations: It is suggested to stay near Dongguan Street, where the scenic spots are not far away, and there are plenty of dining options. 🚇 Transportation: Plane: Yangzhou Taizhou International Airport, with flights to many cities in China Train: Yangzhou Station and Yangzhou East Station, you can choose according to your itinerary

| He Garden - The Premier Garden of the Late Qing Dynasty, Jixiao Mountain Villa. Yangzhou | He Garden - The Premier Garden of the Late Qing Dynasty, Jixiao Mountain Villa The Premier Garden of the Late Qing Dynasty Jixiao - Leaning against the south window to express pride, ascending to the eastern heights to release a hearty sigh 🚩 Important Information 🔸Ticket Price💰: Adults 30, Students half-price (varies by peak/off-peak season, see image 3⃣ for details) 🔸Opening Hours: 7:30-17:30 (varies by season, see image 3⃣ for details) 🔸Suggested Visiting Time: 1.5h 🔸Address: 66 Xuningmen Street, Guangling District, Yangzhou City 🚩 Number One in the World 🔸The Number One Gallery in the World - The Fudao Back Gallery The garden is divided into four parts: the East Garden, West Garden, Residential Courtyard, and Pianshi Mountain House. The Pianshi Mountain House is located to the south of the East Garden, while the Residential Courtyard is surrounded by the East Garden, West Garden, and Pianshi Mountain House. The two-story connected buildings and the complex gallery within the garden are integrated with the residential buildings in front. 🔸The Number One Window in the World - The Assorted Flower Window Shaped like plum blossoms, crabapples, folding fans, and vases. Walking through them, one can enjoy the scenery along the gallery, with an extended view that is full of ancient charm 🔸The Number One Pavilion in the World - The Water Heart Pavilion The Water Heart Pavilion is one of the few water theatres in China. Over a hundred films and TV dramas, including 'Dream of the Red Chamber' and 'My Fair Princess', have been shot here. The Water Heart Pavilion's 'Spring and Autumn on the Pot' uses the myth of the celestial mountain Fanghu to enjoy the scenery, play with immortals, watch plays, and listen to music, which is wonderfully delightful 🔸The Number One Mountain in the World - The Rockery The Pianshi Mountain House is a unique masterpiece of rock stacking by Shi Tao, a great painter from the late Ming and early Qing dynasties, with a stone house hidden within its belly; the attached rockery is a group of rockeries over sixty meters long, stacked against the firewall behind the boat hall, with mountain paths above and a valley meeting below 🚩 Highlights 🔸Architecture: Unlike the symmetrical axis concept in foreign gardens, it adopts a natural approach, with pavilions, towers, and buildings irregularly scattered among the man-made or natural landscapes, aiming for the unity of heaven and man 🔸East Meets West: The main building of the Yuxiu Tower is two brick-and-wood structures, both traditional Chinese connected buildings and incorporating Western architectural techniques, see image 8⃣ 🔸Scenes of the Four Seasons: Spring for tender buds, summer for ripe greenery, autumn for red maples, winter for frost on branches. The scenes of the four seasons are different, and the joy is endless 🚩 The visitor center at the entrance has free stamps for visitors to use 🚩 Classical gardens are super photogenic for photography, it is recommended to wear modern Chinese-style clothing/Qipao ‼️ It is recommended to avoid weekends and holidays. I went on a Friday and there were not many people. Friends say that the experience is not good on Saturdays and Sundays because it can get very crowded, and sometimes you encounter noisy senior groups (no disrespect to the elderly intended) Some people ask how to choose between He Garden and Ge Garden My suggestion is: If you can only choose one, go to Ge Garden. He Garden is a bit small, and perhaps because of the late Qing residence + chaotic times + change of owners, the interior layout is a bit messy. Although East and West are combined, the integration is not very good, a bit abrupt 🔸He Garden to view the flower windows, corridors 🔸Ge Garden to see the rockery (the four-season rockery of spring, summer, autumn, and winter is not to be missed), and the architectural clusters of Ge Garden are very clear, with the residential area, rockery area, and Wanzhu Garden being well-planned (for individual notes on Ge Garden, please go to the homepage～) 🍬 Of course, it's better if you can visit both gardens

Baozis🥳🥳, today I'm going to share with you a super detailed travel guide for Yangzhou in June🎈, let's feel this beautiful city together😜! Yangzhou, located in the central part of Jiangsu Province💖, is a city with a long history and rich culture👍👍. It has a unique Jiangnan water town charm🌸, picturesque scenery🖼, numerous delicacies🍲, and is very suitable for travel and vacation🤩. 🎯Tour Route The recommended duration of the tour is three days and two nights🥰, here is the itinerary for these days🎊: Day1🌟: Ge Garden - Dongguan Street Day2🌟: Slender West Lake - Daming Temple - Hongqiao Fang Day3🌟: Zhuyuwan Park 🎯Must-Visit Attractions 👉Ge Garden: Famous for its four-season rockeries👏, the scenery is very beautiful🤩, and it is one of the four famous gardens in China😎. 👉Slender West Lake: The iconic attraction of Yangzhou🤩, with clear lake water🏞 and beautiful scenery along the coast👍. 👉Daming Temple: A historic Buddhist holy site🙏, where you can feel a strong religious atmosphere🤓. 👉Zhuyuwan Park: The scenery is beautiful🌳, and there are many cute animals🦁. 👉Dongguan Street: The most representative historic street in Yangzhou😜, with a dazzling array of snacks and specialty products🎉. 👉He Garden: The ancient architectural style is unique👏, and the garden layout is exquisite🤩. 👉Lu's Salt Merchant Residence: Shows the life style of salt merchants in the past👍. 👉Hanlingyuan: Learn about the history and culture of Yangzhou👏. 👉Yangzhou Museum: The collection is rich📜, and you can gain a lot of knowledge🤓. 🎫Among them, Dongguan Street is free of charge😎! 🎯Hotel Accommodation Recommended to stay at Yangzhou Xiyuan Hotel👏. This is the largest hotel in the area🤩, with the following features😜: 🌟Well-located, convenient transportation🚇. 🌟Beautiful environment, complete facilities👍. 🌟Thoughtful service, enthusiastic staff😎. 🌟Offers a variety of delicacies to satisfy your taste buds🤩. 🎯Personal Travel Experience and Precautions The experience of playing in Yangzhou is really great🥰! However, there are also some precautions to remind everyone😎: 👉The weather in June is quite hot🌞, pay attention to sun protection measures🕶. 👉Some attractions have a large number of visitors👯, it is recommended to book tickets in advance🎫. 👉When tasting food, pay attention to choosing regular shops😎, to ensure hygiene and safety🍱. 👉Pay attention to environmental protection🙅, take care of public facilities👏. 🎯Local Delicacies and Snack Streets Yangzhou has many delicious snack streets😜, here are four recommended ones for you🎉: 👉Dongguan Street: A variety of delicacies are available🥰, making you unable to stop eating😎. 👉Caiyi Street: A traditional snack street😜, where you can taste the authentic flavor of Yangzhou🤩. 👉Pishi Street: There are many special snacks and artistic shops🎉. 👉Siwangting Road: Numerous delicacies👏, a paradise for foodies🤩. 😍The delicacies of Yangzhou are also drool-worthy😍! 👉Yangzhou Fried Rice: Delicious in color, aroma, and taste🥰, leaving a memorable aftertaste😎. 👉Fuchun Baozi: Rich fillings🤩, delicious taste👏. 👉Beef Skin Candy: Sweet and chewy😜, with elasticity🤩. 👉Lotus Root Powder Balls: Soft and glutinous texture👍, sweet but not greasy😎. Yangzhou is a charming city🥰, with rich historical culture and food resources👏. The scenery here is picturesque🏞, and the people are warm and hospitable😎, which will definitely make you linger and forget to return🤩. Come to Yangzhou and feel its unique charm💖💖💖!

He Garden, the premier garden of the late Qing Dynasty, also known as 'Jixiao Mountain Villa', 'Lean against the south window to express pride, ascend to the east hillock to let out a long, leisurely sigh.' The Yuxiu Building in the garden adopts the traditional Chinese concept of connected buildings, while also integrating Western architectural techniques. Thus, in the garden, we can see the different styles displayed by the combination of Chinese and Western cultures. This place is also a filming location for many movies and TV series, such as 'Marrying the Wrong Bride' and 'My Fair Princess'. Here are a few check-in spots: 🔹Shuixin Pavilion Use the architectural lines of the pavilion as a picture frame, framing the grand green maples, which is breathtaking. 🔹Fudao Corridor Second Floor A high angle shot overlooking the water surface, with koi swimming in the lush reflections, and the green maple framed view can also be captured. 🔹Yuxiu Building Both the first and second floors have flower windows, with better lighting on the second floor, suitable for portrait photography. 🔹Pianshan Stone Room Roses bloom between the rockery stones, and the glass on the wall can capture the reflection of the flowers. The ticket price for the park is 46.

Yangzhou - An underrated treasure city You should definitely visit Yangzhou at least once "Feel the evening breeze at Slender West Lake Stroll through the night market on Dongguan Street Experience the romance of Guangling City" Transportation High-speed rail: Arrive at Yangzhou Station (in the city) or Yangzhou East Station Yangzhou does not have a subway, you can choose bus, electric scooter or chartered carWe booked a private group tour through Ctrip, which includes a dedicated car pick-up and drop-off at the station, very convenient Itinerary Day1 Siwangting Pavilion - Wenchang Pavilion - Ganquan Road - Ge Garden - Dongguan Street - Caiyi Street Day2 Morning tea - Slender West Lake - He Garden - Pishi Street Day3 Grand Canal Museum - Return trip About Food Morning tea: Crab roe soup dumplings, Wuding buns, dried tofu, shrimp dumplings, shrimp roe wontons, pine nut siu mai, jade siu mai, garden roast meat, Yangchun noodles, etc. Main meals: Yangzhou fried rice, dry silk, double-yolk eggs, Huaiyang roast meat, crystal shrimp, rice cake with yellow croaker, Huaiyang soft pocket Locals often go to: Yiyuan, Quyuan, Yechunyuan, Xiangyuan Tea House, Huayuan Tea House, etc. Recommended dishes: Sanding buns, crab roe soup dumplings, thousand-layer cake, clear stewed lion's head Yangda yogurt: Choose jasmine flavor Jiangjiaqiao dumpling noodle shop: Potstickers, shrimp roe wontons, crab roe soup dumplings Simple meals: Yangzhou fried rice, osmanthus lotus root powder balls About Accommodation AccommodationIt is recommended to book around attractions For convenience, it is suggested to stay nearDongguan Street For a quiet atmosphere, you can stay nearSlender West Lake Attractions Slender West Lake Daytime (100r) and evening (120r) tickets are different, the night view is very beautiful, it is recommended to take a boat tour of the lake Ge Garden(30r) One of the four famous gardens, surrounded by green bamboo, seasonal rockeries, a different view at every step He Garden(45r) Filming location for 'Marrying the Wrong Bride', the number one famous garden of the late Qing Dynasty Dongguan Street With a history of 1200 years, it has many characteristic shops, suitable for evening strolls Pishi Street A literary street, the big Yangzhou logo wall is on Pishi Street, and there is also the Lifelong Book Bar Caiyi Street A food street full of life, with many delicious foods China Grand Canal Museum Closed on Mondays, open from 9 am to 5 pm Be sure to book 3 days in advance, otherwise, you won't be able to get a reservation Personal Suggestions Go to Slender West Lake early, it is recommended to watch the sunrise, it's really beautiful. If you are not in a hurry, you can choose a multi-day tour to slowly experience the slow life of Yangzhou The scenic spots are relatively close, it is recommended to ride an electric bike or bicycle, a taxi is only about 10 yuan, which is very affordable The museum is very photogenic, you can spend a little more time there Everyone says that Yangzhou is beautiful in the fireworks of March But the city of Yangzhou in winter also has its unique charm, with fewer people and a comfortable atmosphere

Yangzhou, once known as Guangling, may not have the reputation of 'above there is heaven, below there are Suzhou and Hangzhou,' but in ancient times, it was as renowned as Gusu and Lin'an among literati and scholars. Although we can't experience the literary charm of ancient Yangzhou, the city today is also remarkably different from the past. With the arrival of the May Day holiday, five days is enough time to comfortably explore Yangzhou. Here are some famous attractions in Yangzhou worth visiting. 1⃣️ Slender West Lake One of only two 5A-rated scenic spots in Yangzhou, the West Lake has its grandeur, and Slender West Lake has its unique beauty. The Twenty-Four Bridge is still there, with ripples on the water and the silent cold moon. It exudes the charm of Suzhou-style gardens, yet it has its own unique aesthetic. Student tickets are half price🎫💰~ 2⃣️ China Grand Canal Museum Larger than the Grand Canal Museum in Hangzhou, it has a unique historical significance. The grand architecture and the heart-stirring historical restoration. The 5D effects offer an immersive experience of the development of the Grand Canal. The food inside is also quite good, with no admission fee, but it's probably necessary to book about a week in advance. 3⃣️ Dongguan Street This is a well-known historical and cultural street in Yangzhou, with a strong sense of history and not so commercialized, featuring elegant architecture and cobblestone alleys. There are many time-honored shops and a concentration of handicrafts. Worth a visit. 4⃣️ He Garden Known as the finest garden of the late Qing Dynasty, it is one of the famous private gardens. Compared to the gardens in Suzhou, it features a blend of Chinese and Western architecture. It seems to be the filming location for 'Marrying the Wrong Bride,' and you can wear Hanfu to take photos here. The winding paths in the Suzhou gardens make for excellent photo opportunities📸. 5⃣️ Pishi Street In the past, it was known as 'Leather Goods Street' and is very close to He Garden. It is filled with Yangzhou's local customs and snacks, and now it has become a must-visit spot in Yangzhou, with unique cultural and artistic shops and great photo opportunities. 6⃣️ Ge Garden Famous since the Ming Dynasty! It is said that the garden contains over 60 different types of bamboo. The admission fee is not expensive, and it is also one of the must-visit spots. 7⃣️ Daming Temple 'In the Southern Dynasties, four hundred and eighty temples, how many towers in the misty rain,' a thousand-year-old temple, the architecture has the style of a royal garden. Inside the temple, there is the Qiling Pagoda, which can be seen from other scenic spots, and from the top, you can overlook the entire city of Yangzhou. 8⃣️ Siwang Pavilion A must-visit spot in Yangzhou, from Siwang Pavilion you can look out over Slender West Lake, admire Cuiping Mountain, and overlook the major historical districts. The sudden appearance of an ancient pavilion with windows on all sides in the quaint old street also has a special feel, which is one of the reasons it has become a popular photo spot.

March in Yangzhou marks the most beautiful time of the year, with He Garden, ideal for portrait photography, filled with ladies in traditional attire. Yangzhou is entering its most beautiful season, from Slender West Lake to He Garden, and then to Jianzhen Avenue, with plum blossoms, peach blossoms, magnolias, and cherry blossoms blooming in competition. Although He Garden is not very large, it is known as the finest garden of the late Qing Dynasty. The ancient architectural garden is flooded with ladies taking traditional portraits as the magnolias bloom. The best spot for photography is from the second floor looking down at the lake center, perfectly capturing the magnolias, people, and the lake together. Despite the crowd, there is still space available for shooting. Additionally, the pavilion on the stairs is also a photo spot, but it's much more crowded there. A spot that is often overlooked is the small bridge. It looks ordinary, but when combined with the lake water, various colored goldfish, and floating magnolias, it also creates a very atmospheric image. He Garden, also known as Jixiao Mountain Villa, is a classical Chinese garden architecture that was built in the mid-Qing Dynasty. Acclaimed as the 'finest garden of the late Qing Dynasty,' it covers an area of over 14,000 square meters, with a building area of more than 7,000 square meters. Surrounded by rockeries and ancient houses around the central lake, spending a bit more time here can result in many impressive portrait shots.

📍 Attractions -  Mainly divided as 3 attractions. The rear garden, the residential courtyard and a rock Grotto. Very beautiful photographic location. Also have pictures of Royal Family. 🎋🌿 📍 Hotels -  We stayed in Yitel hotel. Which is walkable distance from this attraction. The hotel was very neat and clean. 🏨 📍 Shopping -  After exit a long shopping area in a traditional way with lot of traditional foods, decor, foot massage etc. 🥘🍱👒 #yangzhoutravel #yangzhou #summervacation#hikingtrails#urbanexplorer

♣️This is my fourth visit to He Garden in Yangzhou I've experienced all four seasons in He Garden, and this visit has left me completely satisfied. After the rain, the air is clear, and I wander among the dancing light and shadows, where everything I see is like a painting. However, there are always regrets. I haven't seen the magnolia trees in full bloom in early spring or the garden full of red leaves in deep autumn. But I can always come back many times. The owner of the garden is He Zhidao, a third-rank official in the Qing Dynasty. He resigned and returned to Yangzhou in the ninth year of Guangxu's reign. Out of filial piety for his mother, he spent 13 years building He Garden. The garden is divided into four parts: the east and west gardens, the courtyard, and the Pianshi Mountain House. In the middle of the pond, there is a Water Heart Pavilion for the owner to watch plays, cool off, and enjoy the scenery. The old and young masters of the garden live in the Jade Embroidery Building in the south, a building that combines Chinese and Western styles. It has a traditional Chinese brick and wood structure, but also uses French-style louvered doors and windows, fireplaces, and Japanese-style sliding doors. Walking through the corridor, it provides shelter from the rain on rainy days and shade on sunny days. The corridor is inlaid with various flower windows for viewing, with shapes taken from plum blossoms, begonias, lotus petals, folding fans... 📍Location: No. 66, Xuningmen Street, Guangling District, Yangzhou 🎫Ticket: 45 🕢Time: 7:30-17:30

The He Garden in Yangzhou is my favorite among all the gardens in Yangzhou, offering the most beautiful scenery in my heart, plus the charm of 'Marrying the Right Man after Boarding the Wrong Sedan Chair'~ What sets it apart from other gardens is that you can walk along the second-floor corridors of He Garden and Ge Garden in Yangzhou, experiencing the garden from the perspective of a protagonist, an indescribably delightful sight.