4.6/5
优雅的小电驴子Suzhou's premier attraction and a representative of Suzhou-style gardens, it's well worth a visit, especially in autumn when the garden is filled with lush plants and architecture, offering a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.
4.7/5
JedsicaPretty well organized, and we're only a group of foreigners there, but the staff are still attentive and trying to communicate. Worth visiting if you plan to go to Nanjing and can spend 2-3 hours there.
4.7/5
峰一样的好男子Here are some descriptions of Slender West Lake: Poetic Scenery Willows and painted bridges, winding waterways and covered corridors—if Jiangnan is a poem left behind by heaven, then Yangzhou's Slender West Lake is the most exquisite stroke on that poem. The 4.3-kilometer waterway, like a flowing ribbon, connects twenty-four scenic spots, each step echoing the rhymes of Tang and Song poetry. The Five Pavilion Bridge presents a temporal fold; the five pavilions, supported by lotus flowers, resemble Beijing's Beihai Park when viewed from the north, and the Jiangnan water towns when viewed from the south. This bridge, a fusion of northern and southern architectural styles, was praised by Mao Yisheng as "China's most beautiful bridge." The White Pagoda in the clear clouds—legend has it that the White Pagoda was formed overnight by piled salt. Its design resembles a scripture cylinder; when the wind blows, 108 copper bells softly chant the Heart Sutra, the chanting resonating with the blue waves. Historical and Cultural Description Slender West Lake is not only a landscape painting, but also an epic tale inscribed with the stories of Emperor Yang of Sui's canal construction, salt merchants' garden building, and the emperor's southern tours. Since the Sui and Tang dynasties, this place has been a favorite haunt of literati and scholars. During the Qing dynasty, due to the six southern tours of Emperors Kangxi and Qianlong, salt merchants competed to build gardens, creating a magnificent scene of "flowers and willows lining both banks, pavilions and terraces stretching all the way to the mountains." From Li Bai's "fireworks in March" to Jiang Kui's "ripples on the water, the cold moon silent," generations of literati have infused the Slender West Lake with their souls through poetry, making it a "walking embodiment of Tang and Song poetry." Four Seasons Features The Slender West Lake is a natural theater that never closes, where different aesthetic scripts unfold with the changing seasons. In spring, cherry blossoms fall like rain, forming a rainbow bridge; pink snow drifts down the cherry blossom avenue, overlapping with the crimson railings of the rainbow bridge. In summer, the lotus breeze carries the fragrance of Guangling San, and thousands of acres of lotus ponds sway gently, while painted boats illuminated by palace lanterns shine at night. In autumn, ginkgo leaves gild the pavilions; the thousand-year-old ginkgo trees in front of the scenic waterside pavilions scatter gold leaf, reflecting the yellow glazed tiles of the Five Pavilion Bridge. In winter, snow falls, creating the most poetic scene of Jiangnan; snow-covered white pagodas resemble jade palaces.
44.7/5
Anonymous userThe scenic area is very large, and you can see many animals. The adorable giant pandas are the kids' favorite. It's like climbing a mountain while seeing animals, which is quite a test of physical fitness. Those with good stamina can hike the whole way. If you're traveling with kids, it's recommended to take the shuttle bus to save energy.
54.6/5
鱼遐睿游The attractions near the hotel were drawn by the poem "Hanshan Temple outside Suzhou," which led us to visit. After parking, we drove around for a while before finally arriving at Hanshan Temple. Inside, there was quite a bit to see, and it was very crowded with tourists.
64.6/5Anonymous userYuantouzhu is truly a fantastic place, and I highly recommend everyone visit! Last time I went with my family, we were immediately captivated by the scenery. The shimmering lake and the distant, rolling mountains combined to create a breathtakingly beautiful scene. We took a boat trip on Taihu Lake, enjoying the gentle breeze. Walking along the lakeside paths, the air was filled with fresh scents, making us feel incredibly relaxed. The island boasts many ancient buildings with a rich historical feel, and you can easily discover interesting things just by wandering around. There weren't many tourists, so it wasn't noisy, allowing us to quietly appreciate the scenery. We brought some snacks, found a shady spot under a tree, and chatted while eating—it was incredibly pleasant. I'll definitely tell my friends about this wonderful place, and I'd love to come back again sometime!
74.6/5Anonymous userSome interesting attractions were cancelled, as were the nighttime attractions; the park closes at 5 PM, and this wasn't mentioned when purchasing tickets. The rides are just so-so, typical of all theme parks, nothing special. I won't be coming back.
84.7/5Anonymous userKids has most fun. Adults were tired from chasing them through the endless labyrinth!
94.7/5
Delfina董董Take a walk, climb the mountain, and enjoy the scenery. There aren't many steps, and the path isn't very wide. You can take an electric cart up the mountain from the outer edge. Inside, there are many unique shops selling paper cutting, hand-painted items, and more. The autumn scenery is perfect for taking lots of photos. It'll be really cold this weekend; your hands will be freezing!
104.7/5
M33***31The autumn scenery of Lingering Garden is now open, ushering in the most beautiful season for this World Heritage Site! The century-old ginkgo trees are ablaze with golden leaves, while red maples gradually paint the courtyards crimson, reflecting the floral windows, winding bridges, and flowing water. Every frame is a divine autumn scene of Jiangnan. Definitely worth a visit.
Yi Liang Pavilion in Suzhou's Humble Administrator's Garden (Zhuozheng Garden) is open for a limited time
Achieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
