Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport 1 hr 8
Tiger Hill Pagoda (23 min) Leaning 7-story hilltop pagoda, originally forming part of a temple built during the 10th century. Couple's Retreat Garden (9 min) Famous classical Chinese garden from the 19th century with a grotto & a library annex. Lion Grove Garden (13 min) Modest Chinese garden with extensive stone arrangements, a water feature & an elaborate pavilion. Jinji Lake (53 min) Shallow, freshwater lake with artificial islands, a waterfront promenade & skyline views. Hanshan Temple Buddhist Library (23 min) Temple, buddhism, history, historic site, and lake Xuanmiao Temple (9 min) Major Taoist place of worship established in AD 276, often rebuilt & renamed over the centuries. Humble Administrator's Garden (13 min) Suzhou's largest classical garden, dating to the Ming emperor Zhengde & split into 3 distinct areas. Suzhou Museum (13 min) Museum designed by I. M. Pei housing Chinese artifacts, including calligraphy & ancient craftwares. Lingering Garden (18 min) Classical 16th century Chinese mountain & water garden & UNESCO World Heritage Site. Oriental Arc (19 min) Known as the Gate to the East, this 990-ft structure features residences, offices & a museum. Master of the Nets Garden (7 min) Classical 12th-century garden of pavilions built around water, with seasonal evening performances. Classical Gardens of Suzhou (13 min) Built over 1000 years, from the 11th-19th centuries, these gardens define the Chinese style. Canglang Pavilion (5 min) A traditional Suzhou garden having origins in the 11th century, with buildings from later periods. Pan Gate (14 min) Canal, historic site, history, and lake |