📝 1. Overview
The Grand Rockery (大假山 / Da Jiashan) is the oldest and most dramatic feature of Yu Garden, rising nearly 12 meters (39 feet) high with a twisting network of caves, paths, and viewing pavilions. Crafted in the Ming Dynasty by legendary rockery artist Zhang Nanyang, it represents mountain majesty in miniature—symbolizing strength, longevity, and the Daoist belief in harmony between man and nature. It’s the spiritual and symbolic high point of the entire garden.
🌟 2. Highlights
🪨 Climbable Rock Mountain – Stone staircases and hidden pathways lead to a viewing platform at the top
🌳 Ancient Taihu Rocks – Rare porous limestone from Lake Tai, placed for natural texture and balance
🏯 Lookout Pavilion (观景台) – Get a bird’s-eye view of the entire Yu Garden layout
🕳️ Caves & Hidden Passages – Walk through grotto-style tunnels and stone archways
🐉 Dragon Wall Backdrop – A powerful contrast of rough rock with refined roof tile dragons
📜 Inscriptions & Poetry Stones – Elegant calligraphy carved into slabs and cliff faces
🌿 Seasonal Blooms – Surrounding cherry blossoms, bamboo, and plum trees enhance its changing beauty
💡 3. Tips
📸 Best photo spots:
📷 From the top pavilion – Panoramic view of garden rooftops and ponds
📷 Below, looking up – Capture the mountain’s height with people climbing for scale
📷 At the grotto entrance – Framed with lanterns and shadowed stone
🕐 Best time: Morning for cool shade and clear photos
🎟️ Included in Yu Garden general ticket (~¥40–¥50)
🧗♂️ Be cautious when climbing—steps are narrow and uneven in places
🧥 Wear good shoes and bring water if you plan to explore the full structure
🍽️ 4. Nearby Eats – Top 3 near Grand Rockery (Yu Garden vicinity)
- Nanxiang Steamed Bun Restaurant (南翔馒头店)
🥟 Famous for original xiaolongbao
📍 Near Nine-Turn Bridge
🕒 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
🥢 Quick bites before or after your climb - Lu Bo Lang Restaurant (绿波廊)
🍲 Refined Shanghai cuisine in a historic setting
📍 Beside Yu Garden main gate
🕒 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
🍚 Try dishes like squirrel-shaped mandarin fish or lotus root stuffed with sticky rice - Teahouse in the Mid-Lake Pavilion (湖心亭茶楼)
🍵 Enjoy tea and garden views from the Nine-Turn Bridge
📍 Directly over the water near Grand Rockery
🕒 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
🌼 Great for relaxing after exploring the rockery
🍽️ 4B. Sub-Zone Picks – Within the Grand Rockery Area
🪨 Main Rock Tower
Climbable summit with pavilion
Stone-carved staircases
🕳️ Caves & Tunnels
Hidden walkways and photo nooks
Fun for kids and explorers
🏯 Pavilion Area
Lookout point with seating
Great viewpoint during festivals or spring bloom
🚗 5. Access
📍 From Yuyuan Garden Metro
🚇 Line 10 to Yuyuan Garden Station, Exit 1 → ~5–7 min walk
📍 From The Bund
🚇 Line 2 to East Nanjing Road → transfer to Line 10
📍 Local Travel
🚶 Grand Rockery is near the main garden entrance—visit first to avoid crowds
🛏️ Stay nearby in Old Town Boutique Hotels or Yu Garden Courtyard Inns for heritage vibes
The Grand Rockery is the soulful summit of Yu Garden—a place to climb, reflect, and see Shanghai’s oldest garden from above, surrounded by rock, poetry, and timeless peace. 🧱🌸🧭
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