Suzhou, crowned as the Heaven on Earth, has been regarded as the most delicate city-a small but exquisite one in China. All its buildings are in high density but low height in accordance with its pursuit for delicacy and smartness. It embraces the most fascinating gifts of nature as well as abounds with the most poetic beauties and picturesque sceneries. Suzhou is also a cradle of Wu culture, one of the most vital cultures in the Chinese history. Thus Suzhou is a perfect mix of lingering charm of landscape and time-honored cultures and customs, and also the most delicate place greatly worth visiting.
A famous saying goes, “Gardens to the south of Yangtze River are the best in the world, and Suzhou Gardens are the NO.1 among them.” Since ancient times, Suzhou Gardens have been scattering in and around the whole city, witnessing its prime and prosperity. Radiant for their exquisite and elegance, these gardens are decorated with the most refined manmade rockwork, streams, sculptures and architectural groups created by the superb craftsmanship. They win their great reputation not only for the countless numbers but also their charming beauties and harmonious constructions. At present, over 60 gardens are well-preserved, among which Humble Administrator's Garden and Lingering Garden are ranked as the top four celebrated gardens in China and meanwhile have been listed in the World Heritage List together with the other seven classic gardens- namely Garden of Master of Nets, the Mountain Villa with Embracing Beauty, Lion Grove etc.
Except for the magnificent gardens, Suzhou is also in possession of a great culture, a culture that stamps with both extensive and profound operas and fanciest embroiders. The city is said to be the hometown of Chinese Kun Opera and Su Opera, both of which play an extremely important role in the Chinese cultural history. Different form Beijing Opera, Shanghai Opera and Cantonese opera, Suzhou local opera is shining for its sweet sound and gentle tunes, having nothing to do with vulgar and inelegance. Another local glaring point-Suzhou Embroider has attained a great popularity from both home and abroad since the old times, being honored as one of the top four major styles of Chinese Embroidery. Featured with vivid depictions of animals, people, landscapes and flowers, Suzhou Embroider is a great combination of fashionable western and traditional eastern elements.
Strolling along the streets of this sweet and delicate city, you could immediately be absorbed in the meditation by being embraced with the marvelous ambience and splendid amenity. For those who love romantic and sweet, Suzhou is your best choice!