The Garden Town – A Showcase of Ming and Qing Elegance

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Mudu Ancient Town (木渎古镇) is often praised as the "town of gardens," featuring over 30 classical gardens from the Ming and Qing dynasties within its borders. Unlike other water towns that focus purely on canals, Mudu’s atmosphere is one of refined manorial elegance.
The must-see sites, such as the Yan Family’s Garden and the Hongyin Mountain Villa (a former imperial residence visited six times by Emperor Qianlong), are exquisitely preserved. They offer a peaceful environment of traditional Chinese garden design, combining rockeries, pavilions, and old trees like the 500-year-old Podocarpus. These gardens truly differentiate Mudu and make it a perfect destination for those who appreciate the delicate and tranquil art of landscape architecture.

Post by HoangDinh | Oct 31, 2025