Suzhou is truly a coastal city. The sea breeze is so lovely!

The following is a Suzhou travel guide to help you appreciate the unique charm of Suzhou: Recommended attractions - Garden landscapes - Humble Administrator's Garden: One of the four famous gardens in China and the first of Suzhou's gardens. With water as its center, the pavilions, terraces, and towers are well-spaced, making it a typical example of a southern Chinese water town. - Lion Grove Garden: A model of Yuan Dynasty gardens, famous for its rockeries. The rockeries undulate like a maze, incorporating traditional gardening techniques and Buddhist ideas. - Historical and cultural sites - Tiger Hill: Known as the "No. 1 scenic spot in Wu," it has a long history. Tiger Hill Pagoda and Sword Testing Stone are its iconic attractions. Legend has it that King Helü of Wu is buried under Sword Testing Stone, which is full of mystery. - Hanshan Temple: Famous for the poem "A Night Mooring Near Maple Bridge" by the Tang Dynasty poet Zhang Ji. The temple is filled with the melodious sound of bells, creating a peaceful and serene atmosphere. - Ancient water towns - Zhouzhuang Ancient Town: One of the six ancient towns in southern China, known as the "No. 1 water town in China." Streets are built along the river, and bridges are connected to the streets. It is simple, quiet, and well-preserved with Ming and Qing architecture. - Lili Ancient Town: A well-preserved typical ancient town in southern China with a unique water town landscape and profound historical and cultural heritage. There are many ancient bridges, alleys, and residences. - Urban leisure attractions - Jinji Lake Scenic Area: A modern urban lake scenic area with tall buildings and beautiful scenery. You can walk, cycle, and admire the unique architecture of the Gate to the Orient, also known as the "Big Pants." - Shantang Street: "The seven-mile Shantang leads to Tiger Hill." When the lights are on at night, take a boat trip to admire the old city of Suzhou, visit ancient guild halls, and experience the charm of a southern Chinese water town. Recommended food - Sweet and Sour Mandarin Fish: A classic dish of Suzhou cuisine. The fish is fried until golden brown and drizzled with a sweet and sour sauce. It is beautifully shaped, crispy on the outside, and tender on the inside. - Sizzling Eels: Fresh eels are the main ingredient, stir-fried and then hot oil is added. It sizzles when served and tastes fresh and tender. - Suzhou-style Noodle Soup: The noodles are thin and chewy, the soup is delicious, and the toppings are rich. Yuxingji's seasonal Three Shrimp Noodles and Sun Shengxing Aozao Noodle Restaurant's Aozao Noodles are worth a try. Accommodation suggestions - Near Pingjiang Road: Close to attractions such as the Humble Administrator's Garden and Lion Grove Garden, there are many B&Bs and boutique hotels where you can experience the charm of a southern Chinese water town. - Near Shilu: There are attractions such as Shilu Pedestrian Street and Qili Shantang nearby, with a wide selection of shopping and dining options, and convenient transportation. - Near Jinji Lake: The environment is beautiful, and the hotels are mostly high-end, with lake views, such as InterContinental Suzhou and Hotel Indigo Suzhou Jinji Lake.