Embracing mountains and waters—built with exquisite care;
How much labor went into its construction!
With scenery of heaven and earth all gathered here,
This fragrant garden deserves the name 'Grand View.'
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Annotation
Written by Yuanchun during her imperial visit home in Chapter 18, after touring the newly built garden. This poem bestows the name 'Grand View Garden' (大观园). 'Scenery of heaven and earth all gathered here' praises the garden's beauty while subtly expressing Yuanchun's feeling that the palace is like heaven and home is like the mortal world.
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