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Chinese Garden of Friendship

Modelled on the typical private gardens of the Ming Dynasty, the garden offers an insight into Chinese heritage and culture. A centrepiece of the gardens is the Dragon Wall, guarded by two imperial dragons, with the brown dragon representing Guangdong and the blue dragon New South Wales, playing with the pearl of friendship.

Getting there: southern end of Darling Harbour, near the Sydney Entertainment Centre and adjacent to Chinatown
Hours: 9:30AM-5PM
Price: Adults $6, children $3
Website: chinesegarden.com.au (opens in a new tab)

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