[2025 Suzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for Jingsi Academy (Updated Apr)

I once visited the Tzu Chi Clinic for traditional Chinese medicine treatments. While waiting for my appointment, I strolled through the tranquil Jing Si Bookstore in the back courtyard. It was a peaceful place with books, health products, and a tea room. I could sense the Zen meaning of "One flower, one world; one leaf, one Tathagata." Today, while passing by Shiquan Street, I stumbled upon Jing Si Academy, which I assumed was related to Jing Si Bookstore. Intrigued, I stepped inside. Unexpectedly, I encountered both delight and disappointment. The delightful surprise was the vibrant pink magnolia blossoms in full bloom, attracting many photographers who admired and captured their beauty. The disappointment stemmed from the noise generated by the large number of photographers in certain areas, disrupting the tranquility and intended meaning of "Jing Si" (quiet contemplation).

[Jingsi Academy｜Eaves covered with purple cassocks] March thunder rolls over ancient inkstone The sleeping branches suddenly raised their cups Thousands of purple magnolias bloomed in the sky It is as if the butter lamps in front of the Buddha are lit one by one When the wind blows The crimson petals rustle and copy the scriptures The bricks that fell beyond the reach of the broom Laying a cushion for the deceased to rest in reincarnation At dusk Someone picked up the faded calyx Inserted into the seventh volume of the Lotus Sutra ——That is clearly the earring left behind by the Bodhisattva (Spring Equinox to Qingming Take half a day to go to the appointment Watching the flowing clouds and purple flames sitting opposite each other Listen to the bell sound and turn the falling flowers into verses When the whole academy is immersed in the fragrance of orchids Every breath is an enlightenment) [Jingsi Academy｜The fragrance of meditation can still be smelled even after the flowers have fallen] Magnolia Theme Meditation Week: March 25-April 5

The Erqiao Magnolias have recently become a popular spot for flower viewing, located at the southern end of Pingjiang Road on Ganjiang East Road, and the Erqiao Magnolias in the Master of the Nets Garden are in crowded areas. However, there is a free Jingsi Academy on Gunxiu Lane, which runs parallel to Shiquan Street, where eight Erqiao Magnolia trees are quietly blooming. Address: Jingsi Academy, No. 41 Shiquan Street, Gusu District. Tickets: Free. (Free tea is even provided)

Jingsi Academy is hidden in the alley, it has become a magnolia treasure spot for photography It has entered the full bloom period, I recommend going in the afternoon when the sunlight scatters, a tree full of flowers, with graceful charm, pure and refined, so beautiful that words fail... This set was shot on 2024.03.16, the magnolia blooming period is very short, hurry up and make your plans~ 🎉Practical Information: Location: Jingsi Academy 🎫Ticket: Free, no reservation required 🗺️Address: No. 41, Gunxiufang, Gusu District 🚇Transport: Subway Line 4, Sanyuanfang Station Exit 1 Southwest/ 10 minutes walk to reach 🎈Surroundings: Close to Shiquan Street, Fenghuang Street suitable for eating, drinking, and leisurely strolling