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Qiyuan Garden Scenic Area

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: Qiyuan Garden, one of China’s top ten famous gardens, is located in the eastern part of Wuyuan Town, Haiyan County. Built during the Xianfeng era of the Qing Dynasty, the garden primarily features trees, hills, and ponds, with only minimal architectural elements, creating a layout where water follows the contours of the land and the land comes alive with the presence of water. It is renowned for its exquisite and elegant design. The Qiyuan Garden Scenic Area is situated in Haiyan County and includes Qiyuan Garden, the Haiyan County Museum...

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Yuyuan Garden

Yuyuan Garden is located on Fuxing Road in the southeastern part of Gulangyu Island. It was built to commemorate Lin Qiaozhi (1901–1983), a renowned Chinese obstetrician and gynecologist. The garden covers an area of 5,700 square meters, with a naturally harmonious layout of structures.

A white marble statue of Dr. Lin Qiaozhi sits on the stone terrace of Yuyuan Garden. With a kind expression and simple attire, she appears as warm and approachable as a loving mother. The “Dr. Lin Qiaozhi Life and Achievements Exhibition Room” displays over 100 photos of her life in study, work, and daily living, as well as many items she used. Two Norfolk Island pines planted by Comrade —— in the garden symbolize Dr. Lin’s refined and noble character.

Dr. Lin Qiaozhi was born into a family of teachers on Gulangyu Island. She graduated from Peking Union Medical College in 1929. Known for her high medical ethics and exceptional skills, she personally delivered over 50,000 babies and treated countless gynecological patients throughout her life, yet remained unmarried.

Address: Fuxing Road, Siming District, Xiamen City, Fujian Province

Type: Garden/Park

Recommended visiting time: About 1.5 hours

Ticket information:

Free admission.

Transportation

Located on Gulangyu Island, it is within walking distance.