Located in the southwestern suburbs about 12 kilometers southwest of the main city , occupying 81 hectares of land the Shanghai Botanical gardens is a lovely patch of greenery among sky scrapers and concrete canopies. Established in 1974 on the site of the Longhua nursery, this is known as the largest Botanical garden in central China.
It has a diverse range of authentic Chinese plants including rare species and 3500 species of plants from the lower and middle Yangtze River. The gardens operate as a comprehensive base for botanical research and nature science. Most tourists love the fresh relaxing experience of the Shanghai Gardens mostly during the spring season. The enchanting flowers and the atmosphere will definitely make a lasting impression on your journey to Shanghai.
Cherry, peach , plum and Begonia are some of the well-known varieties of flowers that grow here during spring. The combined fragrance of these beautiful flowers and plant species blend sweetly in to the pleasant spring weather. Most visitors feast their eyes on the various colours of the magnolias that grow in abundance. The Bamboo Garden provides a beautiful setting during summer, complete with houses made out of bamboo providing solace from the hot sun on either side of the road. The beautiful water lilies that grow in Penjing Garden is also a not to be missed sight during summer.
The Shanghai Gardens is a beautiful escape from the usual hustle and bustle of the city with so much to offer from beautiful sites to a wealth of knowledge. The amusement park within the gardens is enjoyed by most kids and is a great place to entertain them while you enjoy the magical surroundings or enjoy a quiet read perhaps.
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