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Sightseeing
Brief introduction of SUZHOU |
 The historic city of Suzhou is a place of astonishing beauty, located roughly an hours'drive (by bus or 40minutes by train) from Shanghai. Famous for its classical gardens which are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, Suzhou is a top daytrip destination from Shanghai. |
 Laid out in a grid of tree-lined streets and intersecting canals, Suzhou has long been seen as a city of artists, scholars and affluent merchants. The old quarter is hemmed in by a protective moat measuring two by three miles, and to a great extent the city has retained its historic charm. |
 A product of numerous invasions and rebuilding campaigns,Suzhou seems to have relics from every age and dynasty of China's impressive history, making this a top-priority destination both for domestic and international visitors. Ancient sites like Pan Men Gate and the leaning Yunyan Pagoda are extremely popular tourist attractions.Above all, visitors enjoy the tranquillity of Suzhou's private gardens, of which there are more than 70 in all. Though the gardens suffered severely during the Cultural Revolution, the private owners have gone to great lengths to restore these sanctuaries to their original, evocative state. Arranged in ever-tightening, slightly concentric patterns, these gardens foster a mystic retreat into the self. Locals prize them for their reflective and contemplative effect. |
 Suzhou's marketplaces teem with shoppers seeking famous Suzhou silk, spun and woven on looms throughout the city. Master artisans can embroider two sides of the same sheet of silk with intricate designs that seem impossibly conjoined. Meanwhile, the sweet-smelling breeze generated by Suzhou's aromatic sandalwood fans has both cooled and soothed locals for centuries. Accommodation is available throughout the old and new sectors of town. Many tourists prefer to stay along the canals in the heart of the old city, within easy walking or boating distance of the most popular gardens and attractions. Most of the upscale hotels offer excellent dining facilities that serve local and international cuisines. |
 The ancient city of Suzhou is a success story of China's burgeoning modern age. City officials have banned high-rises from the city centre, such that that old city retains its ancient charm while newer suburbs facilitate modern industries and prosperity for locals. The city lives up to its reputation as China's Garden City. Canals, ancient architecture and green spaces give the city a timeless and tranquil ambiance. |
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