Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport 1 hr 15
Danyang–Kunshan Grand Bridge (29 min) Viaduct-style, high-speed rail bridge spanning more than 100 miles between Shanghai & Nanjing. Shanghu Lake (29 min) Lake and wetland Tiger Hill Pagoda (29 min) Leaning 7-story hilltop pagoda, originally forming part of a temple built during the 10th century. Classical Gardens of Suzhou (35 min) Built over 1000 years, from the 11th-19th centuries, these gardens define the Chinese style. Suzhou Silk Museum (34 min) Exhibits on the technology & cultural history of Suzhou silk production & trade via the Silk Road. Humble Administrator's Garden (35 min) Suzhou's largest classical garden, dating to the Ming emperor Zhengde & split into 3 distinct areas. North Temple Pagoda (35 min) Temple and architecture Lion Grove Garden (35 min) Modest Chinese garden with extensive stone arrangements, a water feature & an elaborate pavilion. 苏州荷塘月色湿地公园 (15 min) Suzhou Museum (33 min) Museum designed by I. M. Pei housing Chinese artifacts, including calligraphy & ancient craftwares. Yangcheng Lake (47 min) Lianghong Wetland Park (25 min) Park and wetland Taipingtianguo Zhongwang Mansion (34 min) Large, gracious traditional Chinese wooden home, open to visitors with complimentary admission. Suzhou Yu Kiln Jinzhuan Museum (30 min) |