Mingyuan Mountain Villa

　　Mingyuan Mountain Villa (formerly known as Jinyue Mountain Villa) is situated by Panlong River—east of Taozhuang Town, Xuecheng District. Located at the intersection of Dianhan Road and Shanguan Road, it covers an area of 4.2 hectares and is a leisure and summer retreat that blends the charm of Jiangnan-style gardens with the character of northern China. The villa boasts a beautiful environment and pleasant scenery: uniquely shaped rocks line the lakeside, osmanthus flowers perfume the air, couples chat under willow trees, friends fish together by small bridges, guests sip tea in leisure pavilions, and companions sing to the clink of glasses in Bamboo Garden—creating a scene straight out of a paradise on earth. Developed with an investment of 12 million yuan from Taozhuang Town through comprehensive land reclamation, the villa was meticulously designed by landscape architects from Tianjin, Changzhou, and other regions after on-site surveys. The entire site is divided into five sections: the Sunken Plaza, Jinyue Lake, Three Island Scenery, Bamboo Garden, and Garden within a Garden, all interconnected by eight uniquely designed and exquisitely crafted landscape bridges. As you enter the main gate of the villa, the towering "Ten Thousand Ravines Stone" and the "Moon-Gazing Stone" create the impression of gazing back at the plains from deep within the mountains. Southwest of the plaza stands a standard swimming pool, with an 800-square-meter bath and fitness center to its north. Behind the Ten Thousand Ravines Stone is the fishing platform, while the plaza is surrounded by red maples, emerald bamboos, and nectarines, all in diverse and charming forms. Passing through the sunken plaza, you’ll be greeted by the shimmering waters of Jinyue Lake. The lake features sculptures symbolizing harmony between dragon and phoenix, adorned with winding bridges and scenic pavilions—a truly breathtaking sight. Crossing the Shunde Scale Pond Bridge, you’ll encounter the "Elder and Child Embracing the Moon" rock, evoking a sense of shared joy across generations and leading you to the serene lake center island. After crossing the Cloud Step Bridge and then the Azure Cloud Bridge to reach the northern islet, and then the Magpie Bridge to access the eastern islet, you’ll find the "Huashan Solitary Abode" rock gazing back. On the islet, pavilions such as the Immortals’ Gathering Pavilion, Mandarin Duck Pavilion, and Bright Moon Pavilion are reflected in the water, connected one after another. Bridges like the Colorful Cloud Bridge, Azure Cloud Bridge, and Winding Bridge link the three islands, creating a network of pathways that are endlessly captivating. Strolling through Bamboo Garden feels like wandering through the Jiangnan region. The Moon-Viewing Tower, also known as the main building, offers spaces for rest and dining. The Moonlight Hall, the main building’s lobby, can accommodate over 200 guests. To the east, there are eight smaller dining rooms, including "Unrestrained" and "Cool Jade," along with six fully enclosed bamboo pavilions by the lake for leisure, chess games, or quiet drinks. The Garden within a Garden is further divided into three zones: greenhouse cultivation of off-season vegetables, nurturing of rare and precious flowers, and breeding of exotic birds and animals. Throughout the garden, there are picturesque landscapes featuring lake views, mountain reflections, moonlit pavilions, winding streams, undulating embankments, and graceful weeping willows—evoking the charm of southern Chinese garden scenery. It provides an excellent venue for leisure and entertainment.