Master-of-Nets Garden(Wangshi Garden)

Suzhou Industrial Park Catholic Church Who would have thought that Suzhou, named after the region south of the Yangtze River, would have such scenery? People think I went abroad when I post it on Moments No. 36 Fengqiao Road The newly popular Suzhou internet-famous street, with a huge 'Suzhou' character wall, is a super photogenic spot - Jinji Lake Taking long-focus shots of the CBD buildings across Jinji Lake, especially on a sunny day, is really beautiful Shantang Street You must visit Shantang Street in Suzhou at night, waiting for the moment when the lights are bright, I feel like I've arrived at the true Jiangnan Wenchang Pavilion A small pavilion, when you go up to the top floor, you can use the windows of the pavilion as a foreground to shoot the distant Beisi Pagoda Jinji Lake - Rose Garden Standing in the Rose Garden, you can take a photo of the roses with the Gate of the Orient in the background, as if the building is growing out of the flowers Suzhou Tourist Information Center The twin towers and the skyline of the Industrial Park in the same frame, a glance at a thousand years Master of the Nets Garden The most classic photo spot in the Master of the Nets Garden, right at the entrance is the Colorful Clouds Pool, beautiful whether it's daytime or evening sunset Master of the Nets Garden (Bamboo Leaf Window) Under the sunlight, the green bamboo leaf window is so beautiful it's divine! Keyuan Garden The Four Seasons Elegance at the entrance exudes a sense of classical geometric beauty, a very beautiful framing Intersection of Ximei Alley and Dashixiang The corners of Suzhou's streets, calm and romantic, with a contrast of warm and cool lighting, a lane with a great atmosphere for photography Pingjiang Road A single Pingjiang Road, half of Gusu's history, the most completely preserved area of Suzhou's ancient city, can be called a miniature of the old city Master of the Nets Garden · Dianchunyi The wisteria flowers are gone, that touch of new green, gives a feeling of spring and bright scenery Humble Administrator's Garden A classic photo spot located behind the flower window in the central garden, also a classic spot for many visitors to check in at the Humble Administrator's Garden Huanxiu Mountain Villa The red maple paired with the square windows of the Sifang Hall is absolutely stunning, forever moved by the Chinese aesthetics of Suzhou's gardens Jinji Lake - Big Picture Frame The sunset and evening glow are really beautiful, feel the romance of Suzhou, the city of love for music, navigate to Suzhou Culture and Arts Center Wu Zuoren Art Museum In the backyard, you can take beautiful photos of the twin towers, the square window on the second floor of the art museum, can frame the tower Zhouzhuang Ancient Town One of the six major ancient towns in the south of the Yangtze River, Zhouzhuang is built along the river, with bridges and streets connected, and with some luck, you can even encounter a water wedding ceremony

👧Hello everyone, I'm Tianyin 📸A Shanghai girl who loves to travel and take photos I've been to Suzhou many times, just for the endless elegant scenery of the gardens in the south of the Yangtze River Today I'm going to share with you the 9 most comprehensive gardens in Suzhou, each with its own characteristics, absolutely no repetition. 📸Take this guide, because the beauty of Suzhou is 365 days, you will definitely come👇 🌳Yi Garden 🏷5 Wenyagang, Gusu District 🚇15 minutes walk from Yangyuxiang Station on Line 1 A Suzhou garden hidden in a residential area, the small and exquisite Yi Garden is a scene at every step, it's really beautiful, on the way there, you will pass a small alley, in front of Baolin Temple, this is also where Liu Jialing lived when she was a child. The beauty of Yi Garden is unforgettable, worth a visit! ———————————————————— 🌳Master of the Nets Garden 🏷11 Kuojiatou, Gusu District, Suzhou 🚇Take bus 🚌 from Sanyuanfang Station on Line 4 A pool of koi, the water surface reflecting the white walls, the pavilion connected to the gallery bridge, the gallery bridge surrounding the lake, it's beautiful, this is the charm of the Master of the Nets Garden. ———————————————————— 🌳Couple's Retreat Garden 🏷6 Xiaoxinqiao Lane, Cang Street, Pingjiang District 🚇15 minutes walk from Xiangmen Station on Line 1 Walk along Cang Street from Pingjiang Road to the end, you will find the Couple's Retreat Garden, the garden is named after the loving couple who owned it, so there is a marriage registration office in the garden, the garden is not big but incredibly romantic, surrounded by water on three sides, small bridges and flowing water, pink walls and black tiles, it's the sweetest garden in Suzhou. ———————————————————— 🌳Ke Garden 🏷48 Renmin Road, Gusu District 🚇5 minutes walk from Nanmen Road Station on Line 4/5 Ke Garden in Suzhou, also known as Jingshanlin Le Garden, faces Canglang Pavilion across the street, with a pool in the middle, winding corridors, clear water and trees, the scenery is absolutely beautiful～ ———————————————————— 🌳Canglang Pavilion 🏷3 Canglangting Street, Gusu District 🚇5 minutes walk from Nanmen Road Station on Line 4/5 Canglang Pavilion is one of the four major gardens in Suzhou, an ancient Suzhou garden, characterized by its pavilion borrowing the scenery, Ke Garden and Canglang Pavilion are built across the street from each other, very close, can be checked in together. ———————————————————— 🌳Yi Garden 🏷1265 Renmin Road, Gusu District 🚇Exit 8 of Yueqiao Station on Line 1/4 Yi Garden is not big, although it is in the city center, it is very low-key, there are two internet-famous cats🐈, and the beautiful pomegranate tree in Yi Garden, it is a scene at every step. ———————————————————— 🌳Lingering Garden 🏷338 Liuyuan Road, Gusu District 🚇Take bus 🚌 from Tongjing North Road Station on Line 1 or Shilu Station on Line 2 Lingering Garden, not as famous as Humble Administrator's Garden, but it's especially good to visit, the scenery is not inferior, the garden is of moderate size, but the content is very rich, it's the kind of beauty you encounter around every corner, very photogenic! 500 meters away is Xiyuan Temple, which can be checked in together. ———————————————————— 🌳Humble Administrator's Garden 🏷178 Dongbei Street, Gusu District 🚇Take bus 🚌 from Jinglindun Road Station on Line 1 or Beisita Station on Line 4 The world-famous Humble Administrator's Garden needs no further introduction, it's the leader of Suzhou gardens, but it can be quite crowded. ———————————————————— 🌳Lion Grove Garden 🏷23 Yuanlin Road, Gusu District 🚇Take bus 🚌 from Beisita Station on Line 4 Known as the kingdom of rockeries, it has three levels, with 9 mountain paths and 21 entrances, it's a good place for those who love rockeries to visit. ———————————————————— Visit the gardens and taste the flavor of Suzhou🍃 🍃The beauty of Suzhou is worth your careful appreciation

🥰📍 Address: No. 11, Kuojiatou Lane, Daichengqiao Road, Canglang District, Suzhou, Jiangsu Province📍 🚗 Transportation: - 🚌 By bus: Take a bus to Wangshi Garden Station. Buses such as No. 202 and No. 9006 Community Bus🚌 can reach the scenic spot. After getting off the bus, walk for a while to reach the scenic spot.🚌 - 🚇 By subway: You can take subway Line 5 to Nanyuan Bridge Station, exit from Exit 3, and then walk to the scenic spot.🚇 - 🚗 By car: If you drive, set the navigation destination to Wangshi Garden. There are parking spaces around the scenic spot, but parking may be tight during the peak tourist season.🚗 🌟 Must-see "attractions": - 🌳 Dianchunyi: Peonies are planted in the courtyard. The architecture is exquisite, ancient, and quiet.🌳 Its unique charm is intoxicating, and it is an excellent place for taking photos and checking in.🌳 - 🚢 Moon Comes with Breeze Pavilion: The pavilion is built near the water, where you can enjoy the reflection of the bright moon in the water. The breeze is blowing, which is very pleasant.🚢 - 🛶 Small Hill Cinnamon Garden: Cinnamon trees are planted in front of the pavilion. In autumn, the fragrance of golden osmanthus is overflowing.🛶 The surrounding scenery is picturesque and full of Jiangnan charm.🛶 🎫 Ticket information: The daytime ticket price is about CNY 40.🎫 The night tour of Wangshi Garden is relatively more expensive, at more than CNY 100. The specific price is subject to the actual price.🎫 📌 Other tips: 💰 Budget: Considering tickets and possible surrounding consumption, the budget per person is CNY 200–400.💰 🌞 Sun protection: Suzhou has plenty of sunshine, especially in summer. Remember to bring a parasol and apply sunscreen when you go out.🌞 👚 Dress code: It is suitable to wear light Chinese or minimalist clothing,👚 which is both appropriate and comfortable. Don't forget to wear a pair of comfortable shoes.👚 🏨 Hotels: It is recommended to stay in a hotel in Gusu District.🏨 It is close to the scenic spot, convenient for traveling, and you can better feel the atmosphere of the ancient city of Suzhou.🏨 Would you prefer to visit Wangshi Garden during the day or at night?🧐

Suzhou is just that kind of place, where the beauty captured in photos can never match what the eye sees. Suzhou is truly a place where, each time you wander through the gardens, you will discover unexpected beauty... Picture 1: The Master of the Nets Garden Picture 2: Yi Garden Picture 3: Ke Garden Pictures 4-5: The Master of the Nets Garden Picture 6: The Lion Grove Garden Picture 7: The Lingering Garden Picture 8: The Humble Administrator's Garden Pictures 9-10: Pingjiang Road

In-depth Travel Guide to Suzhou Gardens Embark on a Journey of Classical Garden Exploration Suzhou, a city with a thousand years of history in the south of the Yangtze River, is renowned far and wide for its exquisitely designed classical gardens. The gardens are not only a perfect fusion of architecture and nature but also a material representation of the spiritual world of ancient Chinese literati. Here is a meticulously planned travel guide to Suzhou Gardens, helping you to deeply experience the essence of Eastern aesthetics. Best Time to Visit - Spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are the best seasons to visit Suzhou Gardens, when the climate is pleasant, and the gardens are lush with flowers and plants, offering particularly enchanting views. Garden Selections 1. **Humble Administrator's Garden**: As the foremost among the four famous gardens of China, the Humble Administrator's Garden is known for its intricate layout, rich landscape levels, and profound cultural heritage. Spring is for flower appreciation, summer for lotus viewing, and every corner is filled with poetic and picturesque charm. 2. **Lingering Garden**: Known for its architectural space handling and landscape layout, Lingering Garden offers unique beauty in all four seasons, especially the autumn maple leaves and winter snow scenes, which have a flavor of their own. 3. **Lion Grove Garden**: Famous for its unique rocks, the "Lion Group" among the rockery is varied in shape, making it an excellent place to experience the art of "rock bonsai" in ancient gardens. 4. **Master of the Nets Garden**: Although small in scale, it is extremely exquisite. A night tour of the Master of the Nets Garden to watch "The Master's Playful Words" offers a perfect combination of Kunqu opera and classical gardens. Recommended Itineraries - **One-day Classic Route**: Humble Administrator's Garden → Lion Grove Garden → Pingjiang Road (lunch experience Suzhou cuisine) → Night tour of Master of the Nets Garden - **Two-day In-depth Experience**: - Day one: Lingering Garden → Humble Administrator's Garden → Seven-mile Shantang Street (evening view of the ancient canal, tasting snacks) - Day two: Lion Grove Garden → Master of the Nets Garden → Tiger Hill (visit the leaning tower, experience historical culture) Practical Tips - **Ticket Purchase and Reservation**: It is recommended to purchase tickets online in advance and pay attention to the reservation system on the official website, especially during holidays and weekends. - **Guided Tour Services**: Consider hiring a professional guide or using an audio guide to gain a deeper understanding of the history and design ingenuity behind the gardens. - **Dress and Equipment**: Wear comfortable shoes, as there is a lot of walking in the gardens; carry rain gear to cope with the changeable weather of the south of the Yangtze River. - **Best Time for Photography**: Early morning and dusk, when the light is soft and there are fewer tourists, making it easier to capture the tranquility and beauty of the gardens. Special Experiences - **Tea Culture Experience**: Enjoy tea in the tea houses within the gardens, such as the "Yuanxiang Hall" in the Humble Administrator's Garden and the "Hanbi Mountain House" in the Lingering Garden, to experience the perfect integration of classical gardens and the tea ceremony. - **Kunqu Opera Performance**: Do not miss the opportunity to watch Kunqu opera in the gardens, which is an excellent way to experience Suzhou's traditional culture. Suzhou Gardens, every brick and tile, every grass and tree carries the memory of history and the heritage of culture. As you stroll through them, it's as if you've traveled back to the era when literati and scholars composed poetry and painted. Feel with your heart, and you will discover that each scene has its unique charm, making it unforgettable.

Always come to Suzhou, right?! This June is just the season when the Campsis grandiflora blooms!! Bookmark this Campsis grandiflora flower viewing guide Campsis grandiflora citywalk route: Tiger Hill — Shantang Street — Taohuawu — Lion Grove Garden — Huangfeiji — Gunxiufang — Master of the Nets Garden 1 Tiger Hill South Gate Tower The yellow wall Campsis grandiflora at the south gate of Tiger Hill is really stunning!! It's the ceiling of color aesthetics~ No need to enter the scenic area, it's right at the entrance! The bloom is quite nice Tiger Hill South Gate 2 Master of the Nets Garden The Campsis grandiflora in the Master of the Nets Garden is the ceiling of Suzhou's Zen aesthetics! The shape is really special! Paired with Taihu rocks, it's like a traditional Chinese painting Master of the Nets Garden 3 Huangfeiji Behind the Kenda Art Museum, there is a row of cat-painted walls, The Campsis grandiflora blooms along the entire row~ Nearby there is also one that blooms quite well! Huangfeiji 4 Lion Grove Garden Hidden in a mysterious corridor, When I took pictures last year, it was really super beautiful!! Lion Grove Garden Shuangxiangxian Pavilion 5 Shantang Street There are many Campsis grandiflora on the main street of Shantang Street, Visitors to Shantang Street can enjoy them together 6 Taohuawu There is one here that's also okay, You can take pictures along the way Taohuawu No. 264 Gunxiufang One is also okay, the white walls are quite photogenic

🌿 7:30 Rent an Entire Garden ▫️ Canglang Pavilion Treasure Hunt: A Song Dynasty garden with 90% fewer people than the Humble Administrator's Garden. A 20 RMB ticket comes with a "108 Flower Window Designs Guide." Take your kids to find stone mandarin ducks and small dinosaur carvings hidden in the bamboo forest. ▫️ Hidden Gem: Use a telescope in the side corridor of Mingdao Hall to observe the "Canglang water ripples" and unlock the same check-in angle as in *Six Chapters of a Floating Life*. 🍜 9:00 Non-material Cultural Heritage in the Alleys → Shuyuan Alley's Exclusive Breakfast: "Wang Ji Lin Sesame Cakes," a local favorite, with salty soy milk and freshly fried crab shell cakes (teach your kids to identify the twelve zodiac animals on the crab shell cake molds). → Walk 5 minutes to "Lao Tan Jia" for a double-sided embroidery card case DIY experience (a 30-minute crash course, the finished product can be used as a backpack pendant). 🛶 10:30 Water Alley Boat Tour ✓ Changmen Family Boat Tour Route: Charter a hand-rowed boat to explore the ancient Grand Canal (80 RMB/hour). The boatman will teach children how to count bridge holes in the Wu dialect. ✓ Stop at the "Secret Section of Shantang Street": Disembark at Xishan Temple Bridge and visit the Zodiac Stamp Museum to make zodiac woodblock prints. 🎨 13:00 Indoor National Style Classes ① Suzhou Imperial Kiln Museum: Play "Archaeological Blind Box" on the first basement level (dig for mini golden bricks and get a free cultural and creative sticker). Take space-themed photos in the top-floor light and shadow hall. ② Parent-child Handicrafts: Traditional rubbing of zodiac brick patterns (aprons and tools provided, finished works can be framed and taken home). 🍧 15:30 Afternoon Tea in an Old Mansion 📍 "Tan Hua Study" Ancient Book Restoration Experience: Make flower and grass笺 paper with imitation ancient Xuan paper at Pan Zuyin's former residence (receive a free Tan Hua IP ice cream). 🍴 Next door at "Zi Xiao Xiang," enjoy traditional green bean soup, mint water with 12 kinds of toppings for kids to mix and match. 🌇 17:00 Secret Sunset Spot → Thousand Person Rock on Tiger Hill's back mountain: Feed the free-range egrets with breadcrumbs and play the "Pitch Pot and Ask the Stone" game at the Third Spring (props are free to borrow from the scenic area). → Find small Tang Dynasty brick carvings of flying apsaras on the Yunyan Temple Pagoda (telescope recommended). 🌙 19:00 Gusu Night is Still Young ✨ Master of the Nets Garden Night Tour Bonus: Book a "children's exclusive guide" in advance and unlock garden myths with story light boxes (night tickets include 6 immersive performances). 🚲 Return Trip Suggestion: Rent a covered family tricycle (25 RMB/trip), enjoy the evening breeze, and listen to a children's recitation of "Mooring by Maple Bridge at Night." 📌 Local Tips: ✔️ Metro Line 5 "Taihu Xiangshan Station" provides direct access. For those driving, parking is available at the "Workers' Cultural Palace Parking Lot" for 5 RMB/day. ✔️ Hanfu or light-colored clothing is recommended for photos. Children's ancient-style bamboo hats are available for rent in the gardens (10 RMB/hour).

Starting from Hangzhou, again and again, conquering one Suzhou garden after another, the most captivating one is the Master of the Nets Garden. Extremely comfortable, friendly to the eyes, and friendly to OCD 👍🏻 . . 🎦 Every flower window comes from each small building in the Master of the Nets Garden: ① Xiaoshan Conggui Pavilion: Dream building, every angle is photogenic ② Dahe Hall ③ Dianchun Yi: The small house beside the pavilion is called Yi ④ Kansong Duhua Pavilion ⑤ Jixu Study ⑥ Xiexiu Building . 📍Specific location: Gusu District, Suzhou City 🚄Transportation: (Starting from Hangzhou) about 2 hours . 📸 Photo date: 2024.07.07

The first day I went to the most crowded number one garden, it was extremely hot during the summer vacation and crowded with people, I had no mood to tour the garden, just hurriedly checked in and considered it done. But such a visit to the garden could not satisfy my longing for the Suzhou gardens, I had to find another way. There are not many ways, either go to a less popular garden or travel off-peak. Since I am already here, to travel off-peak, I might have to consider going early in the morning! After some research, I found that the Garden of the Master of the Nets, which is the most famous overseas, is only a few hundred meters walk from the Nanyuan Hotel where I am staying. It opens at 7:30 in the morning, perfect, that's it! 👍 Most recommended: Get up early in the morning, set off after 7 o'clock, and arrive at the Garden of the Master of the Nets before 7:30. The staff were still preparing to open the garden, I scanned the ticket I booked on Ctrip and entered the garden smoothly. As expected, besides the staff, there were only a few early visitors like me, so comfortable! 🌟 Highlights: Not many people, so just wander around leisurely. The Garden of the Master of the Nets is not the largest in overall area, but it is exquisite. The design and craftsmanship of the courtyard, pavilions, rocks, lotus ponds, doors, windows, and furniture are all remarkable. It is said to be the most famous overseas because there is a replica of a courtyard from the Garden of the Master of the Nets in the Metropolitan Museum. ⏳ Visiting time: Walking slowly, looking carefully, and taking photos can take up half a day. As a mother traveling with a child, but sneaking out alone in the early morning to visit the garden, I also spent about an hour. 🍵 There is a tea room in the garden, which was already open when I got there. They sell tea, coffee, and very beautiful Suzhou-style snacks, with morning discounts. If you have time, sit in this courtyard, drink tea (or coffee), and enjoy some snacks, how pleasant (there is air conditioning indoors)!

🔥Only 10 days left! Suzhou's Magnolia Feast is about to bloom.🌸|||Spring is in the air, and the blossoms are not to be missed~ In the spring scenery of Suzhou, the beautiful figure of the magnolia is always indispensable. And the centuries-old Yulan magnolia in the Master of the Nets Garden is the leader of the pack! 📅【Bloom Forecast】 This magnolia is expected to reach its peak bloom around March 10th this year! Miss this moment, and you'll have to wait another year! ⏰【Prime Viewing Time】 7:15-8:30 am. Enter the garden early to get the best spot! Half an hour later, photography enthusiasts will arrive in droves with their cameras! 📸【My Exclusive Photography Tips】 1️⃣ Indoor Window Framing: Frame the elegant magnolia blossoms with the ancient windows for a poetic touch! 2️⃣ Upward Shot from Under the Eaves: Use the eaves as a backdrop, highlighting the elegance of the magnolia against the sky for a profound artistic conception! 3️⃣ Creative Glass Reflection: Capture the reflection of the magnolia in the glass, creating a unique interplay of reality and illusion! 4️⃣ Portraits Under the Tree: Capture beautiful moments with the magnolia as your backdrop! 📍【Location Guide】 Master of the Nets Garden, Tiyun Room (enter through the South Gate), awaits your arrival! 💰【Ticket Information】 Only 30 yuan to enjoy the beauty of the magnolia! 🚇【Transportation Guide】 Take Subway Line 5, exit at South Gate Station (Exit 4), and it's just an 8-minute walk!

Who knows! Suzhou's spring transforms gardens into living ancient poems🌿. Collect flower petals with kids, explore rock maze gardens, and create heritage rubbings... This guide covers all the romance! 🌸【9 Must-Visit Flower Spots for Families】🌸 1️⃣Magnolia Class at Humble Administrator's Garden 👉🏻Count magnolia petals on the rooftops! Make petal rubbings on rice paper🎨 ✅Hidden task: Find the magnolia bonsai through the window of Jianshan Building 2️⃣Plum Blossom Adventure at Lion Grove Garden 👉🏻Hunt for plum fragrance in the rock maze! Teach kids the poem "Sparse shadows fall across clear shallow waters"🌸 🐿️Nature watch: Spot squirrels hiding in plum branches 3️⃣Cherry Blossom Express at Shangfang Mountain 👉🏻Ride the tram through a pink tunnel! Have a contest counting falling petals🚃 📸Photo tip: Wear JK uniforms for anime-style shots 4️⃣February Orchids at Tiger Hill Wetland 👉🏻Fly kites among purple flowers! Chase cabbage butterflies with nets🪁 🌿Picnic suggestion: Spread a blanket and enjoy begonia cakes + mint water 5️⃣Tulip Party at Baima Stream 👉🏻A palette of 100,000 flowers! Teach kids to arrange petals into Dutch windmill patterns🌷 🎪Must-try: Find tadpoles by the mountain stream 6️⃣Wisteria Waterfall at Master of the Nets Garden 👉🏻Take traditional photos in Hanfu! Make princess crowns from wisteria flowers👑 📖History bonus: Learn the meaning of "Master of the Nets" 7️⃣Hydrangeas at Lianchi Lake 👉🏻Play hide-and-seek under white flower balls! Count petals on each hydrangea💮 🚴Transportation tip: Rent bikes with child seats in the scenic area 8️⃣Rose Haven at Dushu Lake 👉🏻Capture fairy tale photos by the chapel! Make crystal resin necklaces with flower petals💍 ⏰Best time: Early morning before dew dries 9️⃣Canola Fields at Yangcheng Lake 👉🏻Ride tandem bikes through flower fields! Teach kids about bee pollination🐝 🎨Art class: Paint Jiangnan spring scenes with watercolors 🗺️【3-Day Itinerary】🗺️ Day1: Humble Administrator's Garden rubbings → Lion Grove plum hunting → Pingjiang Road storytelling Day2: Shangfang Mountain cherry blossom train → Baima Stream tulips → Shantang Street night tour Day3: Yangcheng Lake cycling → Lianchi Lake painting → Return journey 🍜【Kid-Approved Delicious Food】 🔥Dumb Dumplings: Juicy pan-fried buns 🌼Plum Blossom Cake: Must-try red bean filling despite the heat 🍤Yangcheng Lake Snails: Fun to pick with toothpicks ⚠️【Local Expert Tips】 ☑️Bring traditional oil-paper umbrellas! Sun protection and great photos ☑️Rush in at opening time! Avoid tour groups ☑️Pack folding stools! Essential for flower photography ☑️Prepare sealed bags for collecting petals for scrapbooking Standing at the Moon-Arrival-Wind-Coming Pavilion in the Master of the Nets Garden, I finally understood - "Spring beauty cannot be contained within gardens" is truly real! This spring, bring your kids to become Jiangnan flower fairies~

The spring magnolia flower chasing trip has come to a perfect end this year❗️ Due to the different blooming periods of each garden, I basically ran for two weekends to complete the photo collection❗️ Especially on March 16th, taking advantage of the good weather, I set out from the Master of the Nets Garden at ten o'clock and arrived at the Lion Grove Garden at four-thirty, with most gardens being just a ten to twenty-minute walk apart. It was a great half-day of intense walking without retracing any steps, which was particularly refreshing. If you're not keen on walking, you can also ride a public bicycle, The itinerary and pictures are as follows: Station 1: Master of the Nets Garden (p3-4) Station 2: Jing Si Academy (p5) Station 3: Twin Pagodas, Wu Zuoren Art Museum, and Twin Pagodas Market can be visited together (p6) Station 4: A pink magnolia tree on Ganjiang East Road by the river (p7), encountered while walking from the Twin Pagodas towards Xiangmen Station 5: Ou Garden (p8-10) Station 6: Lion Grove Garden (p11-12) Station 7: Qu Garden (p13) This garden is near Chayuan Chang and is a bit further away The magnolia blooming season is brief, and this year the weather was cold and rainy, most of the white magnolias are almost gone, and the pink magnolias won't last much longer. This year's photography was very enjoyable, looking forward to an even better bloom next year!