Guihu Lake Park, Xindu
桂湖公园
The classical garden at the former residence of Yang Shen (Sheng’an), a Ming-dynasty top scholar. Lotus flowers in summer and osmanthus in autumn make it a perfect pairing with Baoguang Temple in Xindu.
Guihu Lake is in Xindu District and was first built in the Tang dynasty. Yang Shen (Sheng’an), a Ming-dynasty writer, studied by the lake and planted osmanthus trees there, which is how the lake got its name. The park features buildings such as the Shengan Shrine, Hangqiu Pavilion and Jiaojia Pavilion. Lotus flowers on the lake and osmanthus trees along the shore are the two seasonal highlights, and the park is considered a representative example of classical West Sichuan gardens. Entry is cheap or free (confirm on site), and the Xindu District Museum is nearby. Take Metro Line 3 to the Xindu area and then a taxi, or walk about 15 minutes from Baoguang Temple.
Opening hours
Approx. 07:00–21:00
Nearby sights
- Baoguang Temple
- Chengdu Botanical Garden
- Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
- Chengdu Zoo
- Zhaojue Temple
- Chengdu Natural History Museum
- Eastern Suburb Memory
- Happy Valley Chengdu