Shanghai, China

Yu Garden

Yu Garden, Shanghai

A classical Jiangnan garden in the old city, begun in 1559 by the Ming official Pan Yunduan for his father. Across two hectares wind rockeries, ponds, pavilions, zigzag bridges, and dragon-crested walls.

What the app adds

Roots Earth has a longer story for Yu Garden, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Location

Coordinates: 31.229167, 121.4875

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