Shanghai Yu Garden Tour：Harmony & Spirituality in Garden Art Yu Garden Ticket Only - No Guide, water, or headphones

Explore Yu Garden's hidden design for harmony and spirituality. “See” the principles of harmony through meticulously arranged pavilions, ponds, gardens. Experience garden’s rich spiritual exercises.
Chinese gardens are much more than artistic expressions of glittering pools and pavilions pines. They are urban forests for self-cultivation, which is the lifelong pursuit of Chinese scholars. Accompanied by Chinese garden experts, “See” Yu Garden’s (or the Garden of Youth according to “I Ching”) design principles of “Harmony”, which are the hallmarks for spirituality and moral perfectibility. Meander via the lush greenery and intricate pathways, and explore the cultural symbolism, sayings and historical annals behind Yu Garden’s architectural layout, artistic decoration and plants configuration in 28 spaces across 6 scenic sports. We point out every detail that’s not to be missed. Plants are carefully chosen, not only for beauty but also for symbolism of longevity and moral perfectibility; every stone symbolizes an allegory, a profound expression of wisdom and Tao; every sculpture tells a story–from majestic deities to humble mortals, preserves the cultural heritage and beliefs of generations past. You might also choose to experience garden's rich spiritual and physical exercises, like qigong, meditation, or tea ceremony. You will leave with a purified mind and body, plus spiritual tendency toward wholeness and cosmological harmony, or even a transcendent state beyond the self (no-self). Join this tour if you are interested in horticulture, architecture, wellness or seeking spiritual and philosophical depth.

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This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.