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Classical Gardens of Suzhou

Suzhou, China

About

Classical Chinese garden design, which seeks to recreate natural landscapes in miniature, is nowhere better illustrated than in the nine gardens in the historic city of Suzhou. They are generally acknowledged to be masterpieces of the genre. Dating from the 11th-19th century, the gardens reflect the significant metaphysical importance of natural beauty in Chinese culture in their meticulous design.

Supporting sources: Legacy import provenance, Wikipedia

Plan your visit

Hours

The Classical Gardens of Suzhou are open from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM from March to October, and from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM from November to February.

Booking

No booking needed

When to go

  • Time of day: Morning, Afternoon

Features & amenities

What to expect

  • Indoor + outdoor

What to bring

  • Water
  • comfortable shoes

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