Constructed in 1921 the renowned Jingyuan Garden in Tianjin inherits a significant history. This well-known tranquil sanctuary features buildings displaying an attractive blending of European and local Chinese architectural motifs. It is recognized as one of the important heritage sites in the area and is considered to be a popular visitor attraction.
The garden was once the personal residence of an important government official, Lu Zongyu. Subsequently it was adopted as the residence of the last Chinese emperor, Puyi of the Qing Dynasty, when he made his abode here with his wives in 1929. The emperor gave the garden its present name at this time from the word ‘Jing’ meaning tranquillity or stillness.
Jingyuan Garden extends over an area of no less than 3360 sqm and features three arrangements of courtyards consisting of the front, side and back courtyards respectively. The visitor will see that the principal building features two storeys and displays Spanish influenced architecture. The first storey includes a living room, dining room, guest rooms as well as a kitchen, while the second storey features bedrooms, a library and another chamber. The building’s balconies and outside walls have been designed to give additional room to the structure.
An attractive area has been created in front of the residential building where you will see pagoda trees, immense poplars and cloves. Visitors will also see a number of pavilions and ponds creating a scene of tranquil beauty. A number of other buildings are planned to be built in this part of the garden.
The visitor will observe that diverse architectural and landscaping styles may be seen in the garden and its buildings. Japanese and Spanish elements may be discerned in the design of the parts of the site. For example the roof and ornate decorations of the building display clear Spanish architectural motifs; whilst the structure of the gates shows obvious Japanese design elements. With so much to see and admire it is not surprising that the garden has become a popular visitor attraction.
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