Humble Administrator's Garden

Suzhou gives me a very healing feeling, as life here moves at a slow pace. Taking a break without feeling guilty is possible. Sitting on a small bridge in the Pingjiang Road historical district (free) and watching an old man play chess across the river, young people chatting and laughing on a boat, and girls in qipao taking photos under the trees is very comfortable and leisurely... (For sisters who love photography, you can buy a qipao or Hanfu before going to Suzhou, it's very photogenic) The local delicacies are made delicately and exquisitely, with a dazzling variety of pastries and diverse fillings, giving a sense of a small sparrow with all its vital organs. (Too much can be cloying, so taste in moderation) The noodles are slightly sweet, and the dishes tend to be sweet as well. If you're not used to it, prepare some chili oil or Lao Gan Ma in advance, otherwise, after a few days here, your blood sugar will soar! This is advice from someone from Hubei. The main attractions are gardens, which best represent Suzhou's aesthetics. The structure of the garden construction and some of the bonsai shapes are very characteristic of Suzhou style, and you will be captivated by the classical Chinese beauty here. The Lion Grove Garden and the Humble Administrator's Garden are similar in style, and you only need to visit one. They both require an entrance fee of 70/80 RMB. The commercial streets are mainly beautiful at night. In the evening, Shantang Street (free) is very crowded, with alleys on both sides of the small river packed with people. There are snacks, pubs, music, etc. (Be mindful of your belongings! With the crowds, it's easy to get separated from friends.) After staying in Suzhou for four days, it was very pleasing to the eyes, as I really like the scenery and the classical atmosphere here. The only thing is that I'm not quite used to the sweet taste of the food, but everything else is great

March in Suzhou is simply a paradise on earth! 🌸 If you're planning to check in Suzhou this month, you definitely can't miss my super practical Gusu flower viewing guide! 1⃣️ Shangfang Mountain Forest Park There, the colorful tulips, dreamy Dutch windmills, and pure white and tender cherry blossoms are so beautiful that it's like stepping into a Monet painting! The address is No. 47 Wuyue Road, Huqiu District Open from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. 2⃣️ Lingering Garden It's simply a paradise for flower viewing! Camellias, plum blossoms, crabapples, magnolias, all the beautiful flowers you can think of are here. The location is at No. 33 Liuyuan Road, outside Yanmen, Suzhou District The ticket is 45 yuan, but if you have a garden card, you can enter for free The opening hours are also from 7:30 to 17:30. 3⃣️ Chunfeng Street There is a long cherry blossom avenue there, super romantic Just walk 100 meters from Exit 3 of Pingjiang Road East Station on Line 2 and you're there. 4⃣️ Ougarden The magnolia flowers here are so beautiful that they intoxicate people, and are an excellent representative of Suzhou's magnolias. The address is at No. 6 Xiaoxinqiao Lane, Cang Street, Gusu District The ticket is 20 yuan, and the garden card is also applicable. 5⃣️ Xiaoxiawan Road The plum blossom forest here is red like fire, white as snow, really super spectacular. And it's completely free, It's about a 40-minute drive from Suzhou city area. 6⃣️ Tandong Village This little village by the side of Taihu Lake, with cherry blossoms all over the mountains and the beautiful scenery of Taihu Lake as the backdrop, is simply stunning The ticket is 30 yuan, and it's about a 30-minute drive from Suzhou city area. 7⃣️ Gate of the Orient Nearby Nison Plaza, the magnolias and cherry blossoms bloom beautifully, with Suzhou's landmark Gate of the Orient as the background, the scene is too beautiful for me to look at. Come out from Exit 1 of Xinghai Square Station on Line 1 and walk 500 meters to get there. 8⃣️ Suzhou Tram It's simply the spring special, with cherry blossoms and crabapples all along the way, get on and you can take pictures like in a Japanese drama. Transfer to Tram Line 1 from Shizishan Station on the subway, and the fare is only 2 yuan! 9⃣️ Shushan Village The pear blossoms here will dazzle you, with the blooming period in mid to late March. Not only are the pear blossoms beautiful here, but the tea, bayberry, and bamboo sea are also super famous And there's no need for a ticket at all! 1⃣️0⃣️ Humble Administrator's Garden The spring flowers here have everything you could want, it's just a bit crowded. The address is No. 178 Northeast Street, Gusu District, the ticket is 90 yuan, and the garden card is applicable Opening hours are 7:30 to 17:30. In short, the spring in Suzhou is so beautiful! If you've been tempted by this flower viewing guide, then get moving! 🚶‍♀️🌼

📍📍📍 Four attractions in two days and one night: Pingjiang Road (1-5), Humble Administrator's Garden (6-8), Xiyuan Temple (9-10), Shantang Street (11-13) ✔️Pingjiang Road is full of snack streets and boutiques, a combination of hustle and tranquility. Many young ladies dress in very Jiangnan style for photos.📷 ✔️Walking along Pingjiang Road is the Humble Administrator's Garden, which has a history of almost 500 years. The buildings in the courtyard are very distinctive. If you encounter a tour guide, you can listen to the stories about the garden. ✔️The next day, take a taxi to Xiyuan Temple. It's amazing that your heart calms down as soon as you arrive at the temple. It's very suitable for office workers who are always in the workplace. The outside world is too noisy, here you can feel a tranquility that is completely different from usual. ✔️Walking along Xiyuan Temple, you will reach Shantang Street, which is full of special snacks and souvenirs. After the lights on both sides of the waterfront are turned on at night, it completely conforms to my impression of the Jiangnan water town~ Finally, if you have time, I also recommend going to the Suzhou Museum and listening to the Suzhou Pingtan by Teacher Wu

You should always make a trip to Suzhou, listen to the gentle Wu dialect, stroll along Pingjiang Road, and visit the Suzhou gardens. If you are only in Suzhou for two days, then I suggest you quickly take note of this route. 📅 2-day 1-night itinerary - Day1: Humble Administrator's Garden - Suzhou Museum - Hanshan Temple - Shantang Street - Jinji Lake Night View. - Day2: Pingjiang Road - Tongli Ancient Town. 🏯 Suzhou Attractions Checklist - Humble Administrator's Garden: One of the four famous gardens in China, with a scene at every step and a rich historical atmosphere. - Hanshan Temple: A famous site from our language textbooks, with rubbings of 'A Night Mooring by Maple Bridge' in the stele corridor. - Suzhou Museum: Designed by the famous architect I. M. Pei, the building itself is a work of art. - Shantang Street: Black-awning boats, red lanterns, stone bridges, experience the night in the south of the Yangtze River. - Jinji Lake: Suzhou's landmark building, the Gate to the Orient, a perfect combination of modern and traditional. - Pingjiang Road: An important grain storage and canal transport hub in the south of the Yangtze River during the Ming and Qing dynasties. - Tongli Ancient Town: One of the six famous ancient towns in the south of the Yangtze River, full of the atmosphere of a waterside town. 🏨 Accommodation Recommendations - Choose to stay on Pingjiang Road, in a riverside hotel or guesthouse, exquisite and comfortable, with a morning stroll on Pingjiang Road. 🍲 Food Recommendations - Crab roe noodles, Nongle Garden barbecue (fruit marinated, sweet taste), Dumb's pan-fried buns (sweet pan-fried buns, juicy).

🌸 Explore the Humble Administrator's Garden, a picturesque Jiangnan garden 🎨 Hi, buddies! 👋 If you have a special affection for classical gardens, you definitely shouldn't miss the Humble Administrator's Garden. This garden, one of the 'Four Famous Gardens of Jiangnan,' is filled with poetry and distance. Today, let's take an easy tour of this quaint and wonderful place! 🚗 Transportation Tips: Whether by plane or train, you can easily get there. After arriving at Nanjing Lukou International Airport or Suzhou Railway Station, you can choose between bus and subway. Of course, driving yourself is the king of freedom! 🏞️ Route Strategy: Enter the Humble Administrator's Garden, first east, then west, and finally south, making sure not to miss any attractions. Eastern part for flowers, western part for landscapes, southern part for architecture, surprises await you at every step. Remember to bring your camera, because every spot is worth capturing! ⏳ Time Management: Allow yourself 2-3 hours to slowly appreciate the beauty of the garden. Crowded? Don't worry, plan ahead to avoid peak times and enjoy every moment leisurely. 💡 Tips: Don't forget to wear a pair of comfortable shoes, bring water and snacks, to make your adventure even more perfect! Have you ever been to the Humble Administrator's Garden? Do you have any hidden beautiful spots you'd like to share? See you in the comments section, waiting for your amazing travel stories! 🌼📚📸

Winter Suzhou tour 3 days 2 nights per capita 600💰 food, accommodation, travel, play❗️ 🍂The classical charm created by the Jiangnan gardens and the warm mountains and soft water is still a late autumn scene, a golden yellow. 【🔵About transportation】 ✈️Aircraft: Suzhou does not have an airport, you can first fly to Shanghai/Wuxi, and then take the high-speed rail to Suzhou 🚄High-speed rail & train: Suzhou Station, Suzhou North Station, 👋Choose Suzhou Station, the transportation in the city center is very convenient ⚠️Take the subway, you need to download 'Su e行', you can't directly use zfb 【🔵About accommodation】 It is more convenient to live in Gusu District, Pingjiang Road, Guanqian Street, and Shantang Street are all available If you want to experience the authentic Gusu style, you can live in the homestay in the alley and feel the world of Suzhou 【🔵About attractions】 Seven-mile Shantang: The real version of Dream Hua Lu, suitable for going at night, the red lanterns are very beautiful, and there are many music bars and delicious food Suzhou Museum: The final work of Bei Yuming! It's worth seeing Humble Administrator's Garden: One of the four famous gardens in the south of the Yangtze River, the overall design is quite exquisite Guanqian Street: Busy market, suitable for eating and shopping Pingjiang Road: Small bridges and flowing water, pink walls and black tiles, very charming~ Lion Grove: 'Kingdom of Rockeries'‼️One of the representatives of classical private garden architecture Eslite Bookstore: The most classic large staircase is very beautiful for taking pictures, and there are markets and various delicious foods on the negative first floor, which is particularly worth a rush Jinji Lake: Check in the new landmark of the big frame, the sunset here is so romantic Xiyuan Temple: Compared with Hanshan Temple, it has more life atmosphere and free vegetarian noodles 【🔵3-day tour itinerary】 Day❶: Suzhou Station 1 Xiyuan Temple 1 Seven-mile Shantang Day❷: Suzhou Museum 1 Humble Administrator's Garden 1 Guanqian Street 1 Pingjiang Road Day❸: Lion Grove 1 Eslite Bookstore 1 Jinji Lake 【🔵About food】 For crab yellow noodles, go to Li Bai Crab, for pastries, go to Wanfuxing, for double stuffed balls, go to Jinsuilou, for dim sum, go to Zhu Xinnian, for pan-fried buns, go to Dumb Pan-fried, for Suzhou dishes, go to Kuo Alley's Tanhua ⚠️Tips： 1️⃣Suzhou Museum is closed on Monday, be sure to make an appointment 3-4 days in advance 2️⃣As soon as you get off the bus, someone will ask you if you want to travel or cheap tickets, don't believe it! Be sure to buy regular tickets! 3️⃣The distance between the attractions is not too far, you can choose bus + taxi 4️⃣Bring an oil-paper umbrella, it's beautiful to take pictures in Hanfu when it's drizzling 5️⃣You can ride a tricycle, but you must bargain, otherwise you may spend a lot of money for a kilometer

Compared to the Humble Administrator's Garden, I prefer this lesser-known free garden in Suzhou! When it comes to Suzhou, the first garden that comes to mind is definitely the Humble Administrator's Garden. Indeed, the Humble Administrator's Garden is famous all over the world and has its unique historical culture. However, the downside of being famous is overcrowding and the same old check-in routine. Having lived in Suzhou for over a decade, I recommend a lesser-known garden that locals prefer for weekend strolls - Dongyuan. Dongyuan doesn't have the historical background of the Humble Administrator's Garden, but it excels in being closer to nature. On the calm lake surface, swans, mandarin ducks and ducks are frolicking freely. There are also the unique pavilions of Suzhou gardens. It's less crowded, free, and a great place to relax in the afternoon. Humble Administrator's Garden

Travel in Suzhou----Zhuozheng Garden Zhuozheng Garden, located in Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province, is one of the classical gardens in Jiangnan. It has a strong Jiangnan characteristic and hundreds of years of cultural heritage. Zhuozheng Garden has experienced several divisions and reunions, becoming a private garden, a place for hiding beauties, or a royal government office. Despite many twists and turns, there are many relics and allusions worth exploring. Zhuozheng Garden is also one of the four major gardens, and it is the largest classical garden in Suzhou. The area is wide, with water in the middle, mountains surrounding, beautiful halls, and flourishing flowers and trees, which is very characteristic of the water towns in Jiangnan. Here, the mountains and waters are connected, presenting different sceneries and different charms. It is especially beautiful to take photos in Hanfu here.

🌈Travel Route Wenzhou -> Suzhou Wenzhou South Station -> Suzhou North Station 💶 Round-trip high-speed train ticket: about 300 yuan Accommodation: During the National Day period, the accommodation prices are higher, and the accommodation costs in Suzhou and Zhouzhuang Ancient Town are about 800 yuan in total 😋 Food: Xin Zhenyuan Shengjian, Lingshui Restaurant, lotus pods in Jingxi Ancient Town, etc., about 300 yuan Others: Transportation costs (subway, bus, etc.), play projects (such as small boats, stamp collecting, etc.), about 200 yuan Total: about 1600 yuan 🏞️ Scenic Spot Recommendations 🏞️ 📍 Shantang Street: The ancient street seems to have traveled to Suzhou a thousand years ago. 📍 Humble Administrator's Garden: The representative of Jiangnan Garden, every step is picturesque. 📍 Suzhou Museum: Appreciate the history and culture of Suzhou. 📍 Pingjiang Road: The life of old Suzhou, stroll in it, feel the tranquility and simplicity. 📍 Zhouzhuang Ancient Town: A typical Jiangnan water town, small bridges and flowing water. 📍 Jingxi Ancient Town: The ancient architecture, fresh air, like a fairyland. 📍 Lion Forest Garden: The ancient garden, exquisite layout, amazing. 📍 Twin Towers: The ancient architecture, the quiet environment, make people linger. 💖 Personal Feelings 💖 This trip made me deeply feel the charm of Suzhou and Zhouzhuang Ancient Town. The picturesque scenery, the long history, and the profound cultural heritage all made me intoxicated. Especially in Zhouzhuang Ancient Town, I felt like I was in a ink painting, that tranquility and beauty made me unforgettable. And the food in Suzhou, even more let me enjoy a feast, each one makes me endless aftertaste. Although this trip did not cost much, it gave me a lot. If you also want to experience a different trip, why not come to Suzhou and Zhouzhuang to explore!💕

🌠Zhuozheng Garden, located in the northeast corner of Suzhou city, was built during the Zhengde period of the Ming Dynasty. It is a representative of Jiangnan gardens and one of the four famous gardens in China. The garden is divided into east, middle, and west parts, with the middle garden being the essence of the whole garden. 🎇Recommended tour route: Enter the garden and tour counterclockwise: Entrance - Lanshuetang - Furong Pavilion - Tianquan Pavilion - Fuxiang Pavilion - Fangyan Pavilion - Tingyu Pavilion - Haitang Chunwu - Wuzhu Youju - Daishuang Pavilion - Xue Xiang Yunwei Pavilion - Jianshan Tower - He Feng Simian Pavilion - Yuanxiang Hall - Yuquan - Xiuyi Pavilion - Linglong Pavilion - Yiyu Pavilion - Xiao Canglang - Xiao Feihong - Yashi Zhai - Bieyoudongtian - Thirty-six Mandarin Duck Pavilion - Mandarin Duck Hall - Eighteen Mandala Flower Pavilion - Ta Ying Pavilion - Liuting Pavilion - Yushui Tongzuo Pavilion - Fucui Pavilion - Dao Ying Lou - Jianshan Tower - Luyi Pavilion - Tingyu Pavilion - Exit 🕙Business hours: 7:30-17:30 ⏳Tour time: 2-3 hours 💰Ticket price: 80 yuan/person 📍Detailed address: No. 178, Northeast Street, Gusu District, Suzhou City

🌸 The wisteria bloom may be brief, but this week is the best time to see it! After the rain comes the clear sky, let's go on a CityWalk together and look for the enchanting purple waterfall of flowers! 💜 🏯 First stop: The main hall of the Suzhou Museum! The wisteria here is over four hundred years old, and it is said to have been planted by Wen Zhengming, a great painter and calligrapher of the Ming dynasty, known as 'Wen Teng'. Standing on Dongbei Street, you can see it climbing over the high walls, like a purple scroll. 🌿 🚶‍♀️ In the afternoon, we stroll along Pingjiang Road, with its small bridges, flowing water, and black-tiled white walls, occasionally encountering several ancient wisterias. Clusters of wisteria flowers sway like wind chimes, as if telling ancient stories. 🏞️ 🏰 Next, we climb the Xiangmen City Wall to overlook the scenery inside and outside the ancient city. Finally, we arrive at the Renheng Warehouse Street shopping district, where you can shop and also not forget to taste the local delicacies! 🛍️🍱 📍 Suzhou Museum Main Hall Address: 204 Dongbei Street, Gusu District Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday 9:00-17:00 (closed on Mondays, except for statutory holidays) Reservation Method: Please go to the 'Suzhou Museum' WeChat account to make a reservation Admission: Free 🆓 🌸 Another CityWalk route: Humble Administrator's Garden → Lion Grove Garden → Beibanyuan → Dongyuan At several spots in the Humble Administrator's Garden, you can admire the beauty of the wisteria. The two hundred-year-old wisterias in the Lion Grove Garden are a major highlight of spring. Although Beibanyuan is small, it also has a wisteria landscape. And in Dongyuan, you can even see the relatively rare 'white wisteria'! 💖 📍 Humble Administrator's Garden Address: 178 Dongbei Street, Gusu District Opening Hours: 7:30-17:30 Reservation Method: Please log in to 'Suzhou Gardens Tourism' or 'Come to Suzhou' to make a reservation and purchase tickets in advance Admission: 80 yuan 💰 📍 Lion Grove Garden Address: 23 Yuanlin Road, Gusu District Opening Hours: 7:30-17:30 Reservation Method: Please log in to 'Come to Suzhou' or 'Suzhou Gardens Tourism' to make a reservation and purchase tickets in advance Admission: 40 yuan 💰 This spring, let's follow the footsteps of the wisteria and experience the charm of Suzhou's ancient city and the beauty of nature! 💐🌸🌿🏞️🏯🚶‍♀️🏰📍🎫💖💐🌿🏞️🏯🚶‍♀️🏰📍🎫💖

📍 Yunnan·China The autumn in Yunnan is like the most beautiful color on the palette of nature. Blue sky, white clouds, clear waters, and green mountains compose a colorful painting. In this season, experiencing the Bai culture in Dali, strolling through the ancient town of Lijiang, and exploring the snow-capped mountains and meadows in Shangri-La are all perfect encounters with autumn. 📍 Tibet·China The autumn in Tibet is a mysterious and magnificent land. The golden wheat fields shimmer under the sunlight, and the nomadic people's leisurely life intertwines with the faith of Tibetan Buddhism under the azure sky. Circumambulating in Lhasa, admiring the autumn at Yamdrok Lake, and feeling the grandeur of nature at Mount Everest will fill you with awe and longing for this land. 📍 Suzhou·Jiangsu The autumn in Suzhou is leisurely and elegant. The maple leaves turn red, the autumn breeze cools, and the tour boats shuttle through the ancient canals, as if returning to the dream of the water towns in the south of the Yangtze River. In Suzhou, taste a cup of fragrant tea from the gardens, walk through the winding paths of the Humble Administrator's Garden, and feel the charm of the culture of the south. 📍 Nanjing·Jiangsu The autumn in Nanjing reflects the city's historical prosperity and modern vibrancy. Climbing the Purple Mountain, visiting the Confucius Temple, and wandering around the Laomendong area, you can feel Nanjing's profound cultural heritage. Strolling along the Qinhuai River and listening to a tune of Qinhuai ballads, you'll feel as if you're in a bygone era on an autumn evening. 📍 Guizhou·China The autumn in Guizhou is colorful and mysterious. Amidst the green mountains and clear waters, the unique customs of various ethnic minorities such as the Miao, Dong, and Buyi are hidden. Going to Southeast Guizhou to experience the pristine natural scenery, to Guiyang to experience the charm of a modern city, and to Libo to explore the millennia-old karst landscape is a journey into the colorful secrets of Guizhou. Autumn is a great season for travel. Whether following the sunshine into Yunnan, feeling the mystery of the highland Tibet; whether admiring the ancient city of Suzhou under the flowers and moon, or experiencing the historical depth of Nanjing; whether exploring the colorful secret realms of Guizhou, you can find the beauty of travel that belongs to you in this season. The harvest is not just the scenery, but also the sedimentation and shock of the soul. May we meet a better self in this autumn. 🍁🍂