Shanghai Grand View Garden: the poetic world of Jiangnan, the elegant and pleasant Jiangnan garden heritage
by MinCath
Apr 30, 2024
So beautiful! I discovered that Shanghai actually hides such a fairyland spot!
Shanghai Grand View Garden is located at No. 701 Jinshang Highway, Qingpu District—definitely a National AAAA-level scenic area + Shanghai Five-Star Park certification! This place is truly a paradise for Dream of the Red Chamber fans! 💕
【Attraction Highlights】
🏯 China’s first Dream of the Red Chamber themed garden
📍 Address: No. 701 Jinshang Highway, Qingpu District (west side of Dianshan Lake)
⏰ Opening Hours:
Summer (4.1-10.31) 08:15-16:45
Winter (11.1-3.31) 08:15-16:15
🎟 Ticket: 35 RMB/person
👇 Here are the key points for you!
🔶 About it:
Construction started in 1979, officially opened in 1988
Designed by famous designer Liang Yousong personally
Covers 135 acres, with over 8,000 square meters of building area
Winner of the "National Luban Award for Architecture" 🏆
🔶 Must-visit buildings:
🌿 Central axis must-see:
- Grand View Pavilion (core building)
- "Visiting Mother Villa" Stone Archway
- Qinfang Lake (perfect for photos)
🎋 Surprises on the west side:
- Yihong Courtyard (Baoyu’s courtyard)
- Longcui Nunnery (Miaoyu’s place of cultivation)
🌾 Beautiful scenery on the east side:
- Xiaoxiang Pavilion (Daiyu’s residence)
- Hengwu Courtyard (Baochai’s residence)
💧 Unique water features:
Incorporates Jiangnan water town characteristics
Pond water surrounds the entire garden
Perfect for Hanfu photo shoots! 📸
🔶 Popular photo spots:
• Illusory Realm (dreamlike opening scene)
• Nuwa’s Stone (stunning check-in spot)
• Qinfang Pavilion (must-take popular spot)
• Chunbo Huafang (boat tour experience)
✨ Tips:
1. It’s recommended to wear Hanfu for photos!
2. You can enjoy lotus flowers in summer~
3. Transportation around is not very convenient, self-driving is recommended 🚗
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