Lan Su Chinese Garden is one of many urban gardens in Portland that I love to frequent when I need a little respite from life and my mind, sanctuary. Located in NW Portland, I moved to Portland over 21 years ago when they opened their doors. The majority of the work was spent putting in the mosaic stone paths as the walls came over pre-fab. The smell of many gardenias are my favorite (winter daphne in photo also bursting with aroma)! Every year there is a duck family for visitors to enjoy along with the many koi swimming. The second floor of the tea house is a great spot to have a light bite where I can look over the entire garden. The New Year festivities in early February are definitely worth catching. Basic membership is $60/yr and well worth it to have year round access to see the garden change with the seasons.
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