As one of the five classical gardens in Shanghai, Guyi Garden has the longest history and the largest scale. The garden not only has the exquisite elegance of Jiangnan gardens, but also has a profound historical and cultural heritage.
I. Basic information
• Address: No. 218, Huyi Highway, Jiading District, Shanghai.
• Opening hours: differentiated opening by time, March - November South Gate 7:00 - 18:30 (18:00 tickets are closed), North Gate 5:30 - 19:30 (tickets are not sold at 19:00); December - February next year South Gate 7:0 0 - 19:00 (tickets are not sold at 18:30), North Gate is 6:00 - 17:00 (tickets are not sold at 16:30).
• Tickets and tickets: Adult tickets are 12 yuan, and you don't need to make an appointment to buy tickets on the spot. The elderly over 65 years old, children under 6 years old or under 1.3 meters, etc. can enjoy tickets; minors aged 6-18, full-time undergraduate students and below can enjoy half price; the preferential price for the elderly aged 60-65 is 10 yuan, and retired soldiers can enjoy a 20% discount with preferential treatment cards, and the relevant preferential care targets are valid The certificate can also be free of charge.
II. Traffic Guide
• Subway: Take Line 11 to Nanxiang Station, walk west for about 15 minutes after exiting the station at Exit 2. You can also transfer to Jiading No. 111 or Jiading No. 129 bus directly after leaving the station.
• Bus: Take No. 62, No. 821 and other lines to Guyiyuan Station and get off.
• Self-driving: Take the Central Line to S5 Shanghai-Jia Expressway, get off from the Nanxiang Exit and transfer to Shanghai-Yi Expressway; you can also take the Outer Ring Road to Zhennan Road or Fengxiang Road, and then transfer to Shanghai-Yi Expressway. There are Guyiyuan Restaurant Parking Lot, Jiatianxia Parking Lot, etc. around it.
III. Check in at the core scenic spots
• Missing corner pavilion: This square pavilion on the top of Zhuzhi Mountain is of great significance. The northeast corner is deliberately missing, metaphorically, the fall of the northeast after the "September 18th" incident, and the rest of the triangle symbolizes the determination to recover the lost land. The algae well in the pavilion is carved with a lion's head, and the column is also engraved with the slogan of the War of Resistance. With the inscription reading, you can better understand the national spirit behind it.
• No boat: The stone boat on the southeast bank of Mandarin Duck Lake is a classic of the Qianlong period. The stone hull is equipped with a Nanmu carved cabin. Sitting in the cabin, you can enjoy the bamboo shadow of the Quqiao. When you board the boat, you can see the scenery of the White Crane Pavilion and other scenery. The bottom of the boat is connected to the living water, which is full of artistic conception.
• Yiye Hall: The main hall in the garden, with Nanmu as the pillar, has passages on all sides. Standing in the hall, you can see the surrounding scenery. It is a good place to feel the echo of the garden layout and the scenery.
• Weiyin Pavilion: Hidden in the depths of Qingqing Garden, it is a two-story pavilion that combines Chinese and Western styles. During the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, the relevant literati here established the "Weiyin Club" to carry out the rescue campaign. There was a joint binding of the "Weiyin" periodical in the pavilion, and you can also enjoy the scenery of the park through the bamboo bushes.
IV. Recommended tour route
• Classic 2-hour route: Enter from the North Gate, first climb the Missing Corner Pavilion, overlook the whole garden and learn about the history of the War of Resistance Behind it, and then go to Butaizhou to admire the ancient building of the Ming Dynasty. Then go to the White Crane Pavilion to feel the auspicious atmosphere, and then visit the Nanxiang Wall, which depicts the style of Nanxiang Ancient Town. Finally, we watched the fish at the waterfront of the Yufeiyuyuexuan, and then left from the nearby exit. This route is suitable for first-time visitors, and you can quickly visit the core scenic spots.
• 3-hour route: also enter the park from the north gate. After visiting the missing corner pavilion, go to the bamboo residence, deeply experience the bamboo culture of the garden, and then stroll through the smoky moon and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the bamboo forest. Then I came to the Plum Blossom Hall to feel its elegance, and then went to the goose pond to watch the white goose playing. Finally, we arrived at Yuanfeiyuyuexuan. This route is suitable for garden lovers, and you can deeply interpret the architectural details in combination with the guide.
• Half-day tour route: Enter the park from the south gate, first see the large brick-carved mural Nanxiang wall, and learn about the historical legend of Nanxiang Ancient Town. Then go to Yiye Hall to enjoy the architectural style of the Ming Dynasty. Then go to the Ge Pool and watch the white goose and Jiuqu Bridge in the pond. Then go up to the Jiao Pavilion, then enter Qingqing Garden, enjoy all kinds of rare bamboos, and finally go around to Mandarin Duck Lake, the whole process takes about 2-3 hours.
V. Special flowers
• Peony: There are more than 80 species of nearly 1,500 peonies in Guyiyuan, covering an area of about 1,000 square meters, bringing together nine major color systems such as white, red, pink, yellow, purple, green, blue, black and compound color, including four famous products such as Yao Huang, Wei Zi, Dou Green and Zhao Pink. The flowering period is in mid-to-early April, mainly distributed on the south bank of Jiuqu Bridge, the eastern edge of the Great Holiday and other places.
• Peony: With the reputation of "May Flower God", there are many varieties of peonies in the ancient garden, rich in colors and diverse flower types, including single-petal type, lotus type and so on. The main viewing points are concentrated in front of the Shiyun Pavilion, the Quxianglang Tea Room and the east side of the Great Holiday.
• Rhododendendron: Red, pink and white rhododendrons bloom in the garden, which contrasts with the antique garden architecture. The path between Bonsai Garden and Cuiyi Bridge, Wan'an Pagoda and Luoyang Bridge, etc. are excellent places to watch rhododendrons.
• Lotus: It is the protagonist of the ancient garden in summer. It is widely planted in ponds and lakes in the garden, and the varieties include thousand-leaf lotus, double-petal lotus, etc. When the lotus flowers are in full bloom, the lotus leaves in the fields complement the classical garden architecture.
• Chrysanthemum: In autumn, Guyi Garden will hold a chrysanthemum exhibition, displaying hundreds of chrysanthemums such as dahlia, cliff chrysanthemum, tower chrysanthemum, etc., showing the unique charm of autumn gardens in a variety of forms and rich colors.
• Osmanthus: Golden osmanthus, silver osmanthus, dan osmanthus and other varieties are planted in the garden. They are fragrant around the Mid-Autumn Festival, which can not only be enjoyed, but also can be used to make delicious food.
VI. Food recommendation
• Guyiyuan Restaurant: Located about 30 meters west of Guyiyuan, it is an old restaurant. Its signature Nanxiang Xiaolong has thin skin, tender meat, juicy and fresh taste. There are only 18 folds each, and there are also a variety of innovative flavors, such as pickled pepper lotus root small cage, three-color lotus root small cage, etc. In addition, there are also lotus-themed banquets in summer, such as lotus fish rice pot, lotus-scented green lotus root hand-peeled shrimp and other dishes, which are worth a try.
• Changxing Building: Located near Nanxiang Old Street, it is recommended to taste Nanxiang specialty snacks such as grass head cakes.
VII. Accommodation recommendation
• High-end: Shanghai Yingyi Crowne Plaza Hotel: Located on Boyuan Road, adjacent to Rail Transit Line 11, and close to Guyiyuan. The hotel has a superior environment, surrounded by gardens, lawns and ponds. It also has a fitness center, an indoor constant temperature swimming pool, a cute pet zoo and other facilities, which is suitable for parents and children to vacation.
• Comfortable type: Shanghai Guyiyuan Hotel: It is only a 5-minute walk from Guyiyuan. It is strategically located and the hotel is fully equipped, which can provide tourists with a relatively comfortable accommodation experience.
• Economical: 99 Hotel Chain (Shanghai Nanxiang Ancient Town Guyiyuan Branch): Located on Huyi Highway, Nanxiang Town, Jiading District, about 10 minutes away from Guyiyuan, with affordable price, complete supporting facilities, independent bathroom, 24-hour hot water, etc.
VIII. Tips for playing
• The park is divided into 4 scenic spots, including Yiyuan and Huaxiang Fairy Garden. It is recommended to visit according to the route of Huaxiang Fairy Garden - Yiyuan - Quxi Heying - Youhao Yanyue, and avoid going back.
• If you want to know more about the story of the scenic spot, you can rent a guide at the tourist center, or you can make a manual tour guide by phone 1-2 days in advance.
• There are four seasons in the garden. In summer, the lotus is full of ponds, and in winter, the dried plums are fragrant. There is also a special lantern exhibition during the Lantern Festival. The climate in spring and autumn is suitable, and it is a good time to enjoy the scenery and take photos.
• The tourist center is open from 8:30 to 16:30. You can rent umbrellas, strollers, wheelchairs, etc. for free. You only need to deposit your certificate and deposit, and you can also get drinking water, emergency medicine and other convenient materials.