Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport 54 min
Danyang–Kunshan Grand Bridge (13 min) Viaduct-style, high-speed rail bridge spanning more than 100 miles between Shanghai & Nanjing. Couple's Retreat Garden (28 min) Famous classical Chinese garden from the 19th century with a grotto & a library annex. Lion Grove Garden (26 min) Modest Chinese garden with extensive stone arrangements, a water feature & an elaborate pavilion. Humble Administrator's Garden (26 min) Suzhou's largest classical garden, dating to the Ming emperor Zhengde & split into 3 distinct areas. Lingering Garden (30 min) Classical 16th century Chinese mountain & water garden & UNESCO World Heritage Site. Classical Gardens of Suzhou (26 min) Built over 1000 years, from the 11th-19th centuries, these gardens define the Chinese style. Master of the Nets Garden (30 min) Classical 12th-century garden of pavilions built around water, with seasonal evening performances. Canglang Pavilion (31 min) A traditional Suzhou garden having origins in the 11th century, with buildings from later periods. Tiger Hill Pagoda (31 min) Leaning 7-story hilltop pagoda, originally forming part of a temple built during the 10th century. Suzhou Museum (25 min) Museum designed by I. M. Pei housing Chinese artifacts, including calligraphy & ancient craftwares. Jinji Lake (51 min) Shallow, freshwater lake with artificial islands, a waterfront promenade & skyline views. Suzhou Industrial Park (14 min) Suzhou Ferris Wheel (24 min) With colorful nighttime lights, this 120m-high wheel has air-conditioned cars & views of Jinji Lake. Oriental Arc (21 min) Known as the Gate to the East, this 990-ft structure features residences, offices & a museum. |