Suzhou
Known as the “Venice of the East”, Suzhou is the epitome of Jiangnan culture in China. Famous for its exquisite classical gardens and picturesque water city scenery, Suzhou attracts countless visitors from all over the world.
The city’s gardens, such as the Humble Administrator’s Garden, the Lingering Garden and the Master of the Nets Garden, are masterpieces of Jiangnan garden art. Their intricate layouts, elegant architecture, and meticulous decorations embody the ancient Chinese scholars’ quest for harmony with nature. Strolling through Suzhou’s ancient streets and alleys, you’ll feel like you’ve stepped back in time to an era of flourishing literati culture, where ancient bridges, flowing waterways, and whitewashed walls with dark tile roofs create a poetic atmosphere at every turn.
Suzhou’s cuisine is equally memorable. A steaming plate of sweet and sour mandarin fish, with its crispy exterior and tender, flavorful interior, is a signature dish of Suzhou’s culinary tradition. Other local delicacies, such as the soft and sticky Osmanthus Lotus Root and the sweet, fragrant Rice Wine Dumplings, offer a taste of the authentic flavors of Jiangnan.



Timeless Elegance: Exploring China's Venice of the East

Humble Administrator’s Garden ,As the largest and most representative garden in Suzhou, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Lingering Garden,One of the Four Famous Gardens in Suzhou.

Master of the Nets Garden

Zhouzhuang is the first water town in China”, which has well-preserved ancient buildings and crisscrossed waterways, take a boat tour when the sun is shining to experience the unique charm of the water town and enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way.

Tongli is another famous water town in Suzhou, known as the “Little Venice of the East”. With small bridges and flowing water, deep alleys and ancient houses, there are many ancient Chinese buildings and cultural relics in the town.

The Suzhou Museum houses a large collection of cultural relics and artifacts, including calligraphy, porcelain, jade and bronzes. The building of the museum is a work of art in itself

Pingjiang Road is one of the best-preserved areas in the ancient city of Suzhou, epitomizing its history and culture. There are many ancient buildings and historical relics from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, such as Pingjiang Road and Baihuazhou East Street. Strolling through the ancient streets and lanes, you can feel the unique charm of Suzhou’s water town
Suzhou After Dark
Qilishantang Street
Seven Mile Shantang is an ancient water town street in Suzhou, with the traditional flavor of the Jiangnan water town of ancient bridges, running water and homes. The ancient buildings, teahouses and small stores on both sides of the street have a strong historical flavor, which is a good place to feel the ancient charm of Suzhou.