留园LingeringGarden.ppt

Lingering Garden The name Liuyuan or Lingering Garden actually means lingering in the world. First constructed in Jiajing Period of Ming Dynasty (1522-1566), it is praised as one of the nations four famous gardens. Two Hectares in size, the Lingering Garden is one of the largest gardens in Suzhou. Divided by halls, whitewashed walls, corridors an doors in space, the whole garden appears to have a dozen of small or large courtyards with the skillful decoration of rockeries, ponds, trees and flowers. It is a clear demonstration of the artistic features of Jiangnan landscaped gardens. The garden consists of four parts: the central part is the most picturesque, known for its streams and rockeries; the eastern part wins its fame for its courtyards and buildings. Covering an area of 23,310 square meters, today the garden is separated into the eastern, central, northern and western parts. To have so many different tastes of scenery in one, the Lingering Garden is the only place a visitor can find in Suzhou. Lingering GardenThe Lingering Garden is located at Liuyuan road, outer Lumen Ave., Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province. * * *