Suzhou

Suzhou, a city west of Shanghai, is known for its canals, bridges and classical gardens. The Humble Administrator’s Garden, dating to 1513, contains zigzag bridges over connected pools and islands. The Lingering Garden features ornate viewing pavilions and the Crown of Clouds Peak, a striking limestone rockery. Tiger Hill is home to the 7-story, leaning Cloud Rock Pagoda at its summit.

Garden of the Master of Fishing Nets

The Master of the Nets Garden in Suzhou is among the finest gardens in China. It is recognized with the other Classical Gardens of Suzhou as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Silk Spinning Mill Factory

Suzhou Silk Factory or Suzhou No. 1 Silk Mill is a near 100-year old state-owned factory in Suzhou, the city of silk in China. Visiting this ancient plant to see closely the real tiny silkworms & silk cocoons, the process of silkworm breeding, cocoon selecting, silk reeling, silk weaving, etc. and appreciating abundant types of silk scarves, garments, quilts and other items to know deeper about silk history and culture in Suzhou, China.

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