BAOMO GARDENS

If you want to know what a Chinese garden really is, a visit to the Baomo Gardens is a must. They embody the essence of traditional Chinese gardens in the Lingnan style. Built at the end of the Qing dynasty (1796) as an extension to the Temple of Lord Bao, dedicated to Bao Zheng, the symbol of justice, they were destroyed in the 1950s and rebuilt in 1995 thanks to local contributions.

Covering 100,000 m², the gardens offer a poetic journey through varied landscapes: bamboo groves, lychee orchards, colorful rose gardens and sculpted bonsai trees, harmoniously arranged according to the principles of feng shui. Arched bridges cross ponds populated by goldfish, offering a lively spectacle.

The gardens are home to exceptional works of art, including an inverted porcelain reproduction of the painting River in Celebration at Qingming and the Wall of Flowers and Birds, as well as a priceless collection of ancient bronzes, jade statuettes, Tibetan tankas and wooden Buddhas donated by calligrapher Zhao Tailai.

Explore Zhiben Hall and Baomo Hall, dedicated to Bao Zheng, and Longtu Hall, famous for its rosewood screen. The Qianxiang Corridor, winding for 1,000 meters, invites you to take a leisurely stroll.

For a complete cultural immersion, take a break at the teahouse at the entrance, where traditional tea is served. To avoid the crowds, we advise you not to visit at weekends.