The Chinese Garden of Friendship is nestled at the south end of Darling Harbor and a short walk from Chinatown. Entering the garden is like walking backwards in time into the quiet solitude of ancient Chinese architecture and its relationship with nature. The garden combines the elements of water, plants, stone and architecture. The garden features waterfalls, lakes, pavilions, sculptures and local wildlife such as the water dragon, koi carp and several species of birds. The Chinese Garden is near the Sydney Entertainment Centre and adjacent to Chinatown With koi carp swimming in the lakes, willows weeping in the breeze and a Teahouse serving Chinese tea and dim sum, be careful when you discover Darling Harbor’s secret garden, you may never want to leave. The best place to stay over, while visiting the Chinese Garden of Darling hour is Oaks Hyde Park Plaza, which is one of the most exclusive Hotels in Sydney CBD. It enjoys a central location which is ideal for both business and leisure travellers. The rooms at the hotel are elegantly furnished, while giving out paranomic views of the city. The landscape of this beautiful hotel is ideal, to relax and enjoy the Sydney city. Fabulous culinary dishes will be prepared by world famous chefs at the restaurants in the hotel.
Running water, towering willow trees, cool lagoons with lotus plants and large colorful fish at the Chinese Garden of Darling Harbor, make this an idyllic spot to read a book or recharge your batteries. It really is something special to experience this beautiful and unique garden.
Thanuja Silva is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Auburn Silver. She has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.