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Suzhou

Epic Road Trips through China

We navigate China’s diverse landscapes through the historic G312 and G108 highways, connecting cities, culture, and natural wonders.
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The Best New Hotels in China (2024) 

Explore our handpicked selection of China's most exceptional stays, where exquisite design meets authentic cultural experiences.
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Beyond the Icons: China’s Alternative Destinations 

Venture beyond the icons to discover China’s lesser-known landscapes, where cultural treasures and hidden wonders await.
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The Heart of the Park: Exploring China’s Communal Games

Discover how traditional games unite generations in China’s public parks, and find out where to watch them in action.
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Easy Weekend Getaways from Shanghai

Shanghai is a showstopper. Magnificent architecture, fascinating history, glitzy shopping malls, and every cuisine you could possibly imagine. But after a few days rushing around to see the best of what the ‘Paris of the...
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Best Classical Gardens in Suzhou

Suzhou, a small city located just 30 minutes outside Shanghai, is world-renowned for its classical Chinese gardens. Commissioned by wealthy merchants, officials and scholars between the 11th and 19th centuries, these gardens depict China’s most...
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4 Reasons to Visit Hangzhou and Suzhou in Spring

Hangzhou and Suzhou are well known in China for being slices of paradise on Earth. Spring is the perfect time to visit these two cities and here are our top four reasons why. —  There’s a famous Chinese saying that...
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How to Choose Between Hangzhou and Suzhou

Hangzhou and Suzhou are heavenly paradises in the south of China. But what should you choose if you only can visit one of these majestic cities? – Within China, there are many famous cities that...
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Buddhist sculpture and art

What to Do on a Day Trip to Suzhou

Updated: March 19, 2019 Suzhou’s stunning canals and decorated gardens make this little city the perfect getaway from the bustling metropolis of Shanghai. If you only have one day to indulge in a break from...
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