Dreaming Back to the Flourishing Age, Encountering Zhuhai Yuanming New Garden

In Xiangzhou District of Zhuhai City, a land full of modern vitality yet rich in historical charm, there exists a place like a time treasure box—Zhuhai Yuanming New Garden. It stands quietly, bearing the glory and vicissitudes of the past, telling every visitor the long-sealed stories. Zhuhai Yuanming New Garden is vast, covering an area of 1.39 square kilometers, like a meticulously crafted classical art city. Its creation is a tribute and replica across time and space. The designers, with reverence for history, based it on the magnificent architecture of Beijing’s Old Summer Palace before it was consumed by fire. They carefully selected eighteen scenes from the original forty and restored them strictly at a 1:1 scale. Every brick and beam seems to be imbued with life, crossing mountains and rivers to gather here, piecing together the former appearance of the royal garden that once amazed the world. In 1997, Zhuhai Yuanming New Garden officially opened to great public attention. At that moment, it was as if a time gate slowly opened, allowing people to travel through the river of history and personally experience the prosperity and glory of that bygone era. Since 2013, it has embraced an open and inclusive attitude by implementing free admission, welcoming visitors from all over the world, giving more people the chance to enter this dreamlike realm where history and art intertwine. Upon entering Yuanming New Garden, the first sight is the magnificent landscape centered around Fuhai Lake. Fuhai is like a dazzling pearl embedded in the heart of the park, with clear emerald waters shimmering under the sunlight. A gentle breeze stirs ripples on the lake’s surface, as if time itself is softly caressing this tranquil water. Along the shore, weeping willows sway gracefully in the wind, like a group of elegant young ladies dancing lightly. Surrounding Fuhai are grand royal palace-style buildings. The Zhengda Guangming Hall stands solemn and majestic, its golden glazed tiles shining brilliantly in the sunlight, symbolizing imperial dignity and authority. Inside the hall, carved beams and painted rafters are exquisitely crafted, with every detail showcasing the superb skills and infinite wisdom of ancient artisans. Walking through the palace corridors, one can almost hear the footsteps of history echoing, feeling the dramatic changes and grandeur of that era. Besides the solemn elegance of traditional Chinese royal architecture, the garden also features a distinctive Western-style building area. This place resembles a dreamlike exotic castle, recreating the unique charm of European water features and pavilions. The exquisite sculptures are lifelike, as if telling stories from Western mythology; the magnificent fountains leap joyfully to the rhythm of music, splashing sparkling water droplets that shimmer with colorful light under the sun. The European-style architecture blends harmoniously with the delicate layout of the Chinese garden, creating a unique and harmonious beauty that makes visitors feel as if they are in a wonderful world where Eastern and Western cultures collide and merge. Zhuhai Yuanming New Garden is not only a treasure of architectural art but also a spiritual sanctuary carrying historical memory and cultural heritage. With its unique charm and profound cultural foundation, it has become a national 4A-level scenic spot, attracting countless visitors who come by reputation. Here, you can transcend the boundaries of time, converse with history, embrace culture, and embark on an unforgettable journey of the soul, leaving behind an eternal beautiful memory.