Little Lotus Villa, also known as Liu’s Family, is the private garden of Liu Yong, a wealthy Qing official. The rippling pond and the winding path create a relaxed atmosphere. Within the garden, there are some elaborately carved stone gates and a small family shrine.

The main gate of the Little Lotus Villa.

The lotus pond.

The seedpods.

A sign, with Chinese characters “Liu Shi Jia Miao”, meaning Liu’s Family, hangs on the top of the main gate.

A plaque carved with some Chinese characters on display.