Abstract:
During the reign of Qianlong, hong merchant Pan Khequa I created the Eastern Garden in Huadi, Guangzhou. Shortly after the First Opium War, the garden was acquired by the Wu family and renamed
Fuyin Garden (Garden of Fragrant Ancestral Shelter). This paper delves into the historical evolution of the garden through a wealth of written and visual materials spanning two centuries. By analyzing the historical images and records left by visitors, the spatial configuration of nearly half of the garden and the architectural forms of most buildings are reconstructed. On this basis, it offers a comprehensive analysis of the architectural layouts, rockeries, water features, and vegetation, encompassing both design elements and maintenance considerations.