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Yu Garden
Yu Garden is a compact, atmospheric escape inside the Old City, where carved pavilions, rockeries and pools reward an unhurried walk. Visit ea…
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Yu Garden is a compact, atmospheric escape inside the Old City, where carved pavilions, rockeries and pools reward an unhurried walk. Visit early, then leave time to explore the nearby Yuyuan Market and tea houses.
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