This large water garden is in Shanghai, China. It is the Yuyuan Garden, a famous classical garden located in Anren Jie, Shanghai. The garden was finished in 1577 by a government officer of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) named Pan Yunduan. Yu in Chinese means pleasing and satisfying, and this garden was specially built for Pan’s parents as a place for them to enjoy a tranquil and happy time in their old age.

Photo by Kevin Connors

With thanks to Kevin Connors and www.morguefiles.com for the photo.