Located in the center of the Old City of Shanghai, the Yuyuan Garden is considered as one of the four most exceptional gardens in China. Built in traditional Chinese style with numerous rock and tree garden areas, ponds, dragon-lined walls.

During the Opium War of the 19th century, Yuyuan Garden was severely damaged. Today, much of the original garden, right up to Cheng Huang Miao in the south, is formed as part of the Yuyuan Bazaar shopping district. There is a large food court in Yuyuan Bazaar where you can find all the Shanghainese hawker food. Five spices nuts, roasted chestnuts, cakes…

The famous scenic spots of the garden include the Wall of Cloud Piercing Dragon, Spring Transforming Hall, Yu Linglong (Jade Exquisite), Moon Appreciating Pavilion, Ancient Performance Stage, Grand Rockery.

It is not clear how closely the gardens today resemble its earlier versions, but it is one of the most wonderful and superb attractions to visit in Shanghai.