What is the relationship between China's classical gardens and philosophy?

In my opinion, the connection between them lies in the identity of classical gardens and philosophy. The design of classical gardens contains the essence of philosophy, materialism and dialectics. Just like a garden with a wide area, a lake, a corridor, a screen and a tree should be set in a suitable position according to the actual situation, otherwise it will destroy the overall aesthetic feeling and local appreciation. This is in line with the materialistic consciousness that matter determines everything, and everything should proceed from reality and seek truth from facts. In addition, the garden highlights the harmony and unity of its systems and elements, which complement each other. It is the embodiment of the concept of connection emphasized in dialectics.

Of course, there are differences between them. Because China's classical gardens have always been built according to the philosophy of China's architectural history, which is different from Marxist philosophy. Secondly, garden art is not equal to philosophy, and the two can only be said to be a mutual reference and interrelated relationship.