In Suzhou's Shantang Street, I witnessed a real-life version of the 'Dream of Splendor'

Among the many streets and alleys of Suzhou, the famous Shantang Street is acclaimed as 'the number one famous street in Gusu'. The district is themed around the traditional appearance of Shantang, and the town at night has a unique flavor. The dim lights and the reflections on the river surface twinkle with enchanting light, making one feel as if they are in a dreamy world. This place is very suitable for wearing cheongsams and Hanfu to stroll around, take photos, and check in. It really fits the scene 📍Address: Shantang Street, Suzhou 🎫Ticket: Free 🛥️Near the south gate of the street, there are Bai Juyi Pier and Ancient Opera Stage Pier, (you can take a boat ride, 45 per person.) 🚘Transportation Strategy 🚇Subway: Line 2 Shantang Street Station Exit 1 🚌Bus: Take bus routes 7, 34, 46, 54, 304, 318, 406, 415, 9037 community bus to Shantang Street Station 🚗Self-driving: Navigate to Suzhou Qili Shantang Scenic Area (the scenic area traffic is congested) 📸Photo Tips: 1⃣️Shantang Street is about seven miles long, with scenery mostly consisting of riverside households and small bridges over flowing water. It is recommended to choose the essence spots for shooting, such as from Changmen to Xinmin Bridge. 2⃣️The lanterns by the river and the colorful lights on the white walls and black tiles will make Shantang Street particularly bright at night and are good backgrounds for photos. 3⃣️The best night view spot is on 'Tonggui Bridge'. Standing on the bridge, one can't help but exclaim that there is really a sense of 'wealth dazzles the eyes'. There will be a lot of people, so go early! 4️⃣Shantang Street Ancient Opera Stage: Antique and charming, there may be cultural performances on weekends and holidays. 🍜Food Recommendations Shepherd's purse with silverfish and large shrimp shengjian, seasonal green dumplings, osmanthus oolong bamboo tube tea, green field refreshing bamboo tube tea, osmanthus cake, plum blossom cake, pig's trotters, and marinated chicken feet ⛩️Nearby Attractions Hanshan Temple - Guangji Park - Huqiu Mountain Scenic Spot 📝Note tips: 1. Shantang Street is very suitable for night tours, but be prepared for the crowds, especially on weekends and holidays. If you want to visit Shantang Street on weekends and holidays, you can get off at the Shi Road subway station, walk to Tang Shaofu Bai Gongci, and enter Shantang Street from there, where there are relatively fewer people. 2. It is recommended to arrive at the scenic area about an hour before sunset, so you can experience Shantang Street during the day, taste the food on the snack street, and enjoy the Shantang night view in the evening. 3. Avoid visiting during holidays. The scenic area is ordinary during the day but dazzling at night. Late arrivals may face restrictions, so try to arrive before 17:00.