Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport 1 hr 15
Hanshan Temple Buddhist Library (36 min) Temple, buddhism, history, historic site, and lake Suzhou Industrial Park (30 min) Master of the Nets Garden (33 min) Classical 12th-century garden of pavilions built around water, with seasonal evening performances. Oriental Arc (28 min) Known as the Gate to the East, this 990-ft structure features residences, offices & a museum. Suzhou Museum (26 min) Museum designed by I. M. Pei housing Chinese artifacts, including calligraphy & ancient craftwares. Classical Gardens of Suzhou (27 min) Built over 1000 years, from the 11th-19th centuries, these gardens define the Chinese style. Jinji Lake (1 hr 3) Shallow, freshwater lake with artificial islands, a waterfront promenade & skyline views. Tiger Hill Pagoda (34 min) Leaning 7-story hilltop pagoda, originally forming part of a temple built during the 10th century. Lion Grove Garden (28 min) Modest Chinese garden with extensive stone arrangements, a water feature & an elaborate pavilion. Humble Administrator's Garden (27 min) Suzhou's largest classical garden, dating to the Ming emperor Zhengde & split into 3 distinct areas. Canglang Pavilion (35 min) A traditional Suzhou garden having origins in the 11th century, with buildings from later periods. Couple's Retreat Garden (29 min) Famous classical Chinese garden from the 19th century with a grotto & a library annex. Danyang–Kunshan Grand Bridge (24 min) Viaduct-style, high-speed rail bridge spanning more than 100 miles between Shanghai & Nanjing. Lingering Garden (31 min) Classical 16th century Chinese mountain & water garden & UNESCO World Heritage Site. |