Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport 1 hr 11
Suzhou Museum (23 min) Museum designed by I. M. Pei housing Chinese artifacts, including calligraphy & ancient craftwares. Classical Gardens of Suzhou (25 min) Built over 1000 years, from the 11th-19th centuries, these gardens define the Chinese style. Pan Gate (14 min) Canal, historic site, history, and lake Shangfang Mountain (8 min) Couple's Retreat Garden (24 min) Famous classical Chinese garden from the 19th century with a grotto & a library annex. Canglang Pavilion (19 min) A traditional Suzhou garden having origins in the 11th century, with buildings from later periods. Tiger Hill Pagoda (20 min) Leaning 7-story hilltop pagoda, originally forming part of a temple built during the 10th century. Tianping Mountain (20 min) Peak & nature area known for centuries-old red maple trees, unusual rock formations & streams. Hanshan Temple Buddhist Library (20 min) Temple, buddhism, history, historic site, and lake Humble Administrator's Garden (25 min) Suzhou's largest classical garden, dating to the Ming emperor Zhengde & split into 3 distinct areas. Master of the Nets Garden (19 min) Classical 12th-century garden of pavilions built around water, with seasonal evening performances. Jinji Lake (1 hr 1) Shallow, freshwater lake with artificial islands, a waterfront promenade & skyline views. Lingering Garden (19 min) Classical 16th century Chinese mountain & water garden & UNESCO World Heritage Site. Lion Grove Garden (25 min) Modest Chinese garden with extensive stone arrangements, a water feature & an elaborate pavilion. |