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Guide to a one-day tour of Suzhou Yipu Garden 🏞️ Travel through the hidden paradise of the Ming Dynasty 🌸 📅 Date: Set off today to explore the beauty of Yipu In this fast-paced era, let us slow down and walk into Suzhou, a city where classics and modernities interweave, to visit a treasure hidden in the deep alleys of the city - Yipu Garden. 🌟 📍 Destination: Suzhou Yipu Garden Address: No. 5, Wenya Lane, Gusu District, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province Opening hours: It is recommended to enter the park at 7:30 in the morning to enjoy the tranquility of the early morning (subject to official announcements for details) Transportation: Take Metro Line 1 to Yangyuxiang Station, and walk about 15 minutes after exiting the station to arrive. Remember to wear a pair of comfortable shoes! 👟 🌿 Garden exploration: one step at a time, a scene with a long ancient charm 🌸 Enter the garden in the morning and enjoy the morning light of the ancient garden The moment you step into the garden, it feels like you have traveled back to the Ming Dynasty. Yipu, also known as Yaopu and Zuiyingtang, was first built during the Jiajing period of the Ming Dynasty and has a history of more than 400 years. This was the filming location for the 1987 version of "Dream of Red Mansions" and it still retains its tranquility and elegance. 🏮 🏞️ Clear pond, tasting tea beside Yanguang Pavilion Walking along the path, a clear pond comes into view, with ancient buildings reflected on the water. Come to Yanguang Pavilion, order a pot of tea, sit by the window, and quietly savor the tranquility and beauty. Outside the window is the exquisite garden scenery, as if you are in a flowing ink painting. 🍵 🏡 The integration of house and garden, experience the simple life Yiyuan is divided into two parts: residence and garden. The house is divided into five parts, with a tortuous layout and simple halls. The garden is to the west of the house, with a pond in the middle, occupying about a quarter of the area. Most of the buildings are to the north of the pond, while the main landscape to the south is rockery. This "house and garden integration" layout allows people to deeply experience the lifestyle of ancient literati. 🏠 🌳 Rockeries and stones, exploring the beauty of nature In the south of the pond, there are rockeries, a bridge pavilion, and a small courtyard in the southwest. Climbing up the rockery, you can overlook the beautiful scenery of the entire garden. The steep straight-walled path made of lake stones allows one to feel the wonders of nature while climbing. Every step is full of surprises, as if you are on a treasure hunt. 🗺️ 📸 Take photos and check in, freeze the beautiful moments Yiyuan is a great place for taking photos. Whether you are an ancient style enthusiast or a photography expert, you can find inspiration here. Wear Hanfu or cheongsam and stroll in the garden, every corner is a beautiful picture. Remember to bring your camera or mobile phone to capture these unforgettable moments. 📷 🍽️ Lunch recommendation: Taste authentic Suzhou cuisine After visiting Yipu, you may want to find an authentic Suzhou restaurant nearby to taste Suzhou's specialties. Squirrel fish, braised lion head, Biluochun shrimp... every dish is the ultimate temptation to the taste buds. 🍲 🚶‍♀️ Explore the surrounding area: more beautiful scenery of Suzhou is waiting for you to discover After lunch, if you still have time, you may want to visit the nearby Xiyuan Temple or Lingering Garden. The simplicity and tranquility of Xiyuan Temple and the exquisite layout of Liuyuan Garden will give you a deeper understanding of Suzhou's classical garden culture. 🏯 💡 Tips: - Sun protection measures: Suzhou's sunlight is quite strong, so remember to bring sunscreen and a sun hat. - Dressing tips: It is recommended to wear comfortable clothes and shoes that are easy to move in. Especially for those who want to take photos, you may wish to prepare a few sets of ancient costumes. - Ticket booking: It is recommended to purchase tickets in advance through official channels to avoid queuing on site. 🌈 Conclusion On this day in Suzhou, let us walk into the Yipu Garden and feel the ancient charm and tranquility that spans four hundred years. This place is not only a model of garden, but also a habitat for the soul. I hope this guide can help you have a wonderful trip to Suzhou!