Guangzhou has built countless gardens and maintained the garden culture for nearly two thousand years. Although most of them have disappeared, there are still dozens of gardens in modern times. Select ten fish sauces to recommend to you who like Guangzhou garden culture:
1. The representative of Cantonese-style gardens-Yuyin Mountain Residence: As one of the four major gardens in Lingnan, Yuyin Mountain Residence is famous for its ingenious spatial layout and exquisite components. Walking here is like entering a charming fairyland. The winding path leads people to a green lawn, surrounded by graceful flowers and trees. Listen to the birds singing, bathe in the coolness of the breeze and feel the breath of nature.
2. Shixiangyuan, the former residence of famous painters in the late Qing Dynasty, is known as the cradle of Lingnan painting school. It has been renovated recently and become more refined. Although the area is small, every corner shows the artist's wisdom and creativity. Strolling along Qingshi Road, you will find exquisite tiles and traditional sculptures everywhere. Small bridges, flowing water, rockery flowers and trees in the garden are carefully arranged, giving people a quiet and romantic feeling.
3. Baomo Garden, the essence of Lingnan gardens and water towns, was originally Baoxiang House in the late Qing Dynasty, and became one of the most classic gardens in Guangzhou after the reconstruction of 1995. Baomo Garden and Nanyue Garden are adjacent to each other and set each other off. Stepping into Baomo Garden will be attracted by its unique Jiangnan style. On the path I walked, there was a depression sheltered from the wind, with flowers and trees, and every scenery was picturesque. In this traditional village of San Shancun, you can feel the charm of ancient culture and the vicissitudes of time.
4. Garden complex of the Republic of China-Duishan Garden: As the most complete preserved garden of the Republic of China in Guangzhou, Duishan Garden is located on the hill beside the Zengbu River, and is called the Little Famous Mountain Memorial Hall. Here, you can appreciate the unique Lingnan architectural style and modern historical features. The quaint pavilions, flowing stone paths and carefully trimmed flowers and plants in the park create a quiet and cultural atmosphere.
5. Xiguan Style Comprehensive Garden Liwan Lake: As a scenic spot with a long history, Liwan Lake has a history of thousands of years, and every place is worth exploring and appreciating. Here, you can taste authentic Lingnan cuisine, enjoy the water town scenery of Panxi, an ancient garden restaurant, or enjoy traditional opera performances in the rebuilt Haishan Fairy Hall. Liwan Lake attracts tourists from all over the world with its unique Xiguan style.
6. Nanyuan, the most elegant garden restaurant in Huacheng: Nanyuan is one of the most elegant representatives of Guangzhou Garden Restaurant. Here, you can enjoy the architectural style full of Lingnan garden elements, such as blue bricks and green tiles, cornices and corners. The pavilions and bridges in the park complement each other, making people feel like they are in a poetic world. Here, you can also taste authentic Cantonese morning tea and feel the tea-drinking culture in the market.
7. Orchid theme garden among network celebrities-Orchid Garden: Orchid Garden is an ideal place to watch orchids, and it is also the favorite garden of young people among network celebrities. Here, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of various orchids in full bloom. The orchid exhibition area in the park is beautifully designed, creating a fresh and romantic atmosphere. In addition, there is a garden-like tomb of ancient sages nearby, which makes people feel the unique charm of Guangzhou's long history.
8. Zuiguan Park: Zuiguan Park was originally one of the eight famous gardens in Fangcun in Qing Dynasty, and now it has become a comprehensive park integrating gardens, culture and leisure. Some garden sites are preserved in the park, which makes people feel the elegance and historical vicissitudes of Fangcun Garden. Tracing back to the traces of time, we will find that this park is full of cultural heritage and humanistic atmosphere.
9. Panyu Gong Xue, one of the three university palaces in Guangdong: Panyu Gongxue was once a county school in Panyu County. Today, the preserved Lingxingmen, Chi Pan Arch Bridge, Dacheng Gate and Dacheng Hall form a unique garden-style academy landscape, giving people a sense of tranquility and solemnity. Here, you can feel the traditional educational atmosphere in Lingnan area, and the scene surrounded by red walls becomes the crowning touch for tourists to take photos.
10. Guangxiao Temple, the most famous garden-style temple in Guangzhou, can be traced back to 1800 years ago and is a landmark building in Guangzhou. Guangxiao Temple evolved from the former residence of Nanyue King, bearing rich religious and cultural heritage. The architecture in the park is exquisite and gorgeous, revealing a solemn atmosphere. Here, you can feel Guangzhou's rich history and profound Buddhist culture.