Youjia Garden in YingShang

YingShang Youjia Garden

Youjia Garden in YingShang is a national AAAA-level tourist attraction and a cultural relics protection unit of Anhui Province.

Youjia Garden

The first scenic area excels in potted plants and floral displays, presenting a charming and picturesque environment. As you enter the gate, the Taiji Stone comes into view, with the Earth Dragon Pine coiled around it. In the center is a circular flower pond named "Three Rings Embracing the Moon," adorned with exotic flowers and surrounded by 72 plum blossom stakes. To the east of the pond lies Plum Ridge, inspired by the saying “plum blossoms bloom first on the ridge in October.” Below the ridge are majestic, towering pines known as the "Thirteen Protectors," while above the ridge stands the quaint and elegant Fengguan Pavilion. To the east of the ridge, a bamboo grove sways gently. To the west of the pond are a rose pond, a flower tung tree, and eight glass greenhouses cultivating various precious roses, with potted plants and floral displays arranged beneath the tung tree. South of the pond, a small bridge crosses a stream. To the east of the bridge lies "Three Pools Mirroring the Moon," an ideal spot for moon viewing. To the north of the bridge, pine lions guard the entrance and pine figures welcome visitors. Beneath the bridge, clear green water ripples with fish swimming playfully. On the bridge stands the exquisitely crafted Jiangxin Pavilion, where visitors can lean on the railing and admire the delicate beauty of the garden.

The second scenic area is distinguished by its mountains, rocks, pavilions, and towers, offering a unique charm. Crossing the stream bridge, you enter an elegant and classic corridor. To the east of the corridor is a flower hall named "Welcoming Guests Pavilion," serene and classic, with an ancient ambiance. Carved couplets on the stone pillars read: “Gently sweep fallen petals to create brocaded splendor before the courtyard; do not startle singing birds, let them be the natural music of the garden,” perfectly composed and truly remarkable. Beside the hall is the Black Persimmon Tower, uniquely quaint and rustic, while to the southeast, the Pine and Osmanthus Pavilion is fragrant with osmanthus blossoms. Westward along the corridor stands the Nine Elders Stone, composed of nine peculiar meteorites, rocks, sandstones, and plant fossils, placed atop an intricately carved stone basin. To the south of the stone is a row of pines symbolizing “nine elders planting pines watching clouds rise”; in front of the stone are a lotus pond and a mandarin duck pond, facing each other; to the east are "Fairyland Seems Near" and "A World Apart," both captivating. To the south of the corridor lies a miniature landscape of Nine Ridges and Eighteen Peaks, with overlapping mountains and various trees interspersed among them. The quiet Sitting Hall amidst the hills is serene, the Tower on the Mountain is full of charm, and the White Stone Pagoda at the mountaintop is picturesque and delicately lovely. The pagoda bears a five-character quatrain: “Seven tiers rise majestically, gleaming like incomparable jade; the white pagoda comes from Yangzhou, who knows when it flew here?” leaving visitors lingering in admiration.

The third scenic area is characterized by dense pine forests, offering a distinctive experience. Rows of sturdy and upright pine and cypress trees form a verdant barrier. Within the area, structures such as the Pine Pavilion, Pine Tung, Pine Pagoda, Pine Umbrella, Pine Drum, and Pine Fan feature vivid designs and harmonious layouts. Lush shades are alive with birdsong, and as a gentle breeze passes, rustling pines create a soothing symphony. Ascending Ziwēi Mountain offers a distant view of ancient trees reaching the sky—an incredibly beautiful sight.

The fourth scenic area is notable for its newly built gardens and botanical zones. Here, flowers bloom year-round, filling the air with fragrance in all seasons. The garden features the Outlook Pavilion and Flower-Viewing Tower, with various flowers planted throughout to beautify the park.

Although Youjia Garden is compact in size, it showcases meticulous design in its corridors, waterside pavilions, towers, rockeries, pine and cypress trees, bamboo groves, greenery, and floral arrangements. The scenery is refined and elegant, rich in the natural beauty of forests and hills.

Protected area: within 20 meters of Youjia Garden and its former residence.

Construction control zone: within 20 meters outside the protected area.

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