Not in Kyoto! In Suzhou!! A short stay of 2–3 days~ A super detailed travel guide!!!

🧸Suzhou, known as "Paradise on Earth," is a famous Jiangnan water town with a history of more than 2,500 years, famous for its classical gardens, small bridges and flowing water, and Wu culture. The following is an essential guide to help you enjoy Suzhou! ‼️ **1. Must-Visit Attractions** ✅- **Humble Administrator's Garden** (one of China's four famous gardens): A representative of Suzhou gardens, with pavilions, terraces and towers, rockeries and waterside pavilions, with a different view at every step. It is recommended to visit in the early morning or evening to avoid crowds. 🛣️- **Pingjiang Road**: An epitome of the ancient city of Suzhou, an old street built along the river, with white walls and black tiles. You can take a gondola to experience the water town style, with artistic shops and teahouses along the street. 🎈- **Suzhou Museum** (designed by I.M. Pei): The building itself is a work of art, with collections of Wu cultural relics. It is free but requires advance reservation. ⭕- **Tiger Hill** ("No. 1 scenic spot in Wu"): Su Shi once said, "It is a pity to go to Suzhou without visiting Tiger Hill." The Leaning Tower, Sword Pond and ancient ginkgo trees are worth seeing. 💧- **Zhouzhuang/Tongli Ancient Town** (choose one): If you have enough time, you can go to Zhouzhuang ("China's No. 1 Water Town") or Tongli to experience the small bridges, flowing water and homes. 🌾 **2. Featured Experiences** 🌿- **Listen to Pingtan**: In a teahouse on Pingjiang Road or Shantang Street, order a cup of Biluochun tea, listen to a Suzhou Pingtan performance, and feel the charm of the soft language of Wu. 🌌- **Night tour of Shantang Street**: When the lights are on, the red lanterns of Qili Shantang are reflected on the river, which is suitable for taking pictures and eating snacks. 🌃- **Night view of Jinji Lake**: A representative of modern Suzhou, there is the "Gate to the Orient" (Big Pants) on the lakeside, and there is a musical fountain at night (open on weekends). 🥘 **3. Food Recommendations** 🍜- **Suzhou-style noodles**: Recommend the Braised Pork Noodles in Fengzhen at "Tong De Xing" or the Three Shrimp Noodles at "Yu Xing Ji". 🐟- **Sweet and Sour Mandarin Fish**: The signature dish of Songhelou or Deyuelou, sweet, sour and crispy. 🥟- **Fried Buns**: "Ya Ba Sheng Jian" has a thin crust and crispy bottom, with juicy and delicious flavor. 🍰- **Pastries and snacks**: Huang Tian Yuan cakes (osmanthus sugar rice cakes), Caizhizhai (zongzi candy, pine nut jujube paste sesame cakes). ✅ **4. Practical Tips** 🚖- **Transportation**: The subway covers the main attractions, and you can use "Su e Xing" to scan the code for buses; the roads in the old city are narrow, so it is recommended to walk or cycle. 🏠- **Accommodation**: It is recommended to stay near Guanqian Street (city center) or Pingjiang Road for easy access to attractions. ✅- **Best season**: March–May (cherry blossoms and peach blossoms in full bloom) or September–November (autumn is crisp and refreshing). ✨✨Suzhou is a city suitable for slow travel. You can visit the essential attractions in 2–3 days. If you have enough time, you can combine it with surrounding ancient towns (such as Wuzhen and Xitang).