Category: Explore China

Shine | 23-Jun-2020 | By Yang Jian

Yang Yuhuan (719-756), one of the four great beauties of ancient China, for instance, is deemed the goddess of the apricot flower which blooms in February, while Xi Shi, another beauty, is the goddess of lotus for June. Famous poets such as Li Bai (701-762), Bai Juyi (772-846) and Tao Yuanming (365-427) are also listed as gods of flowers in some versions due to their popular poems about flowers.

Chinoiserie performances will be held every day during the holiday. They include a warrior show with soldiers wearing armor, dancers in traditional hanfu clothing and concerts featuring traditional instruments on the iconic Zigzag Bridge or a small boat on the lake. Continue reading “Experience tradition at Yuyuan Garden Malls (2)”

Shine | 23-Jun-2020 | By Yang Jian

With the Dragon Boat Festival arriving on Thursday, residents and tourists are invited to experience the Chinoiserie and traditional Chinese culture at the Yuyuan Garden Malls.

Dining and shopping facilities near the historic garden, which originated from a prosperous market of the City God Temple some 140 years ago, will launch its first immersive Chinese culture temple fair to promote traditional art and skills. Themed on the “Gods and Goddess of Flowers” who became popular in the mid-Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) through the famous Yangliuqing New Year Painting, the temple fair will be held during the holiday from Thursday and Saturday. Continue reading “Experience tradition at Yuyuan Garden Malls (1)”