Baomo Garden
A Lingnan-style garden in Shawan, Panyu, built in memory of the upright official Bao Zheng (the name 'Baomo' comes from the tale of Lord Bao's incorruptibility): the garden's porcelain mural of Along the River During the Qingming Festival recreates the entire painting in porcelain-sculpture craft and stretches over 1,000 meters — a rare large-scale porcelain mural
Visitor info
- Opening hours
- 08:30-17:30
- Ticket
- CNY 54
Price is indicative — final quote on inquiry.
A Lingnan-style garden in Shawan, Panyu, built in memory of the upright official Bao Zheng (the name 'Baomo' comes from the tale of Lord Bao's incorruptibility): the garden's porcelain mural of Along the River During the Qingming Festival recreates the entire painting in porcelain-sculpture craft and stretches over 1,000 meters — a rare large-scale porcelain mural; koi ponds, the Zidong pleasure boat, and the pavilions, bridges, corridors and waterside terraces display the finest Lingnan garden craftsmanship, and the art galleries hold rich collections. Admission CNY 54; right next to Shawan Ancient Town, so the two combine best into a one-day trip.
Getting there: Metro Line 3, transfer to Shiqiao bus / self-drive
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