Escape the hustle and bustle of city centre Shanghai and step into the tranquil world of Guyi Garden, located in the quiet northern suburbs. This time-honored sanctuary, dating back to the Ming Dynasty, is celebrated as the finest among Shanghai’s five renowned ancient gardens. It embodies the pinnacle of traditional Chinese garden aesthetics, showcasing the delicate, implicit, and poetic philosophy of Jiangnan landscape design.

Wander through the garden’s four major scenic zones: the primitive Yi Garden, fragrant Blossom Fairyland, Winding Stream and Crane Shadow, and Misty Secluded Bamboo Groves. Each area adopts sophisticated traditional gardening techniques, arranging pavilions, terraces, corridors, and waterside dwellings in natural harmony.

Discover the garden’s spiritual core, bamboo, which grows densely across the entire scenic area. When the gentle breeze drifts through the groves, the rustling leaves produce soft, soothing sounds that calm the mind and purify the soul.

Stroll along winding covered corridors, listen to the gurgling running water, and breathe in the fresh natural fragrance of plants and flowers. Watch dappled sunlight filter through the dense leaves and fall gently on the bluestone paths.

Visit during traditional festivals to enjoy seasonal activities, including lotus exhibitions and lantern shows. When countless warm lantern lights illuminate the ancient pavilions and winding corridors at night, the whole garden is wrapped in a dreamlike and romantic atmosphere.