This is where the tour starts, outside exit 1 of the metro station
4 min
The ornate gateway that guards the old walled city
1 min
An ancient road
2 min
Statue of the legendary Pixiu
3 min
Enjoy your walk through the shops selling various goods and foods.
3 min
Discover the hidden symbolism of the bridge.
3 min
Stop to grab your tickets here. They only accept Chinese Cash, WeChat, and AliPay.
1 min
The Garden's Welcome Hall
3 min
Inside the Welcome Hall
4 min
Yuan Dynasty relics
3 min
Enjoy a nice view of Yu Gardens' famous rockery
4 min
Learn about the greedy toad
2 min
A hidden gem of a pavilion abundant with symbolism
3 min
Learn why the hallway is divided in two, and choose your path.
1 min
See the "Family Tree" of Yu Gardens
2 min
One of Yu Garden's famed dragons
2 min
Learn about the former occupants of this hall.
3 min
Learn about one of China's oldest forms of Opera
1 min
Learn why a Swastika isn't an evil symbol in China
1 min
It seems like everything in the garden has some symbolism. The fish are no exception.
2 min
Though he liked to party, Pan Yunduan was also quite clever.
3 min
A crown jewel of the garden, it is said to have 9,999 holes.
3 min
Before you leave, take in some of the other beautiful sights.
3 minLong before the foreign concessions and skyscrapers, Shanghai was a prosperous Chinese town surrounded with protective walls and bustling with trade and commerce. This tour takes you back in time to see what remains of Shanghai’s ancient past.
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