Jan Jakub Zywczok shared his enthusiasm for garden art, reflecting on his familiarity with Polish architectural traditions. His visit to Suzhou's classical gardens, epitomized by the Lion Forest Garden, offered him a firsthand appreciation of Chinese garden design, characterized by continuous changes in scenery and harmonious integration with nature. He expressed deep admiration for the wisdom of ancient Chinese garden designers.
Concluding the event, Zhang Jie presented the four international guests with books titled Poetic and Picturesque Lion Forest Garden and Lion Forest Garden Album, featuring contributions from the management office staff. Group photos were taken to commemorate the occasion.
Established during the Yuan Dynasty, the Lion Forest Garden is one of Suzhou's four famous gardens and a remarkable example of Chinese classical private gardens. It is recognized as a World Cultural Heritage site and features the largest surviving ancient rockery group in China. The "Lion Forest Garden in My Eyes" International Communication Project aims to provide an immersive experience for international experts, offering them a deeper understanding of the artistic, cultural, and social value of Chinese traditional gardens. Future plans include inviting these experts to write articles, as well as book planning and international publishing efforts, based on the outcomes of this visit and salon.
