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Let’s Explore Manila : The Chinese Garden

We were about to leave Rizal Park to hit our next destination but this wonderfully ornate Chinese-inspired gate took our attention so we decided to give it a shot. Just few walks away from Rizal’s execution site (Check: Rizal’s Execution Site) is a serene Chinese Garden adorned with luscious greens and relaxing atmosphere.
20170102_114152t I can’t find any details on when these parks were built (including the Japanese Park) but this garden much like what we have seen in Baguio’s Botanical Garden (the Friendship Pavilion) is possibly made to promote friendship between China and the Philippines. 20170102_114326t Some of the Chinese-inspired decor near the entrance of Chinese Garden. It is also interesting to note that there is a minimal entrance fee in this garden. You can access the place for Php10 and I guess it is very reasonable as the place is seemingly well maintained compare to other gardens that i have seen. 20170102_114636t One of the most interesting highlights of this garden is the man made lagoon which is adorned with luscious greenery and colorful flowers. The pagoda and the gazeebo are also complimenting the relaxing environment. 20170102_114653t 20170102_114709t If you’re looking for a quiet and less-crowded place in Luneta, the Chinese Garden is probably the great spot. You can marvel the beauty of this place and embrace the relaxing atmosphere at the same time. 20170102_114752t The kind of trees you can find from this place are quite special too. 20170102_114737t And it really feels like you’re in a different place! IMG_0210t 20170102_114458t Shady boardwalks 20170102_115100t Just check out those intricate details? 20170102_114822t The Chinese Garden is relatively small compare to other gardens in Luneta but absolutely worth visiting. 20170102_115225t Along the lagoon constructed to simulate a small lake, are pagodas and gazebos that are set off by red pillars and green-tiled roofs and decorated with a profusion of mythical figures. 20170102_114353t 20170102_114541t 20170102_114610t I really appreciate every details in this garden and it also feels like touring Binondo 20170102_115150t A Statue of Confucius

This finally concludes our tour in Rizal Park. We headed to our next Manila destination. I’ve been longing to visit this place and I think the last time I went here is when I was in kindergarten! The Manila Zoo!

I will post more details about it in my next Let’s Explore Manila entry!

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