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Chapters of the guide to Suzhou
Suzhou sightseeing
Suzhou is often called the "Venice of the East" because of the abundance of river channels piercing the city. The first mention of the city dates back to the early 6th century BC. Suzhou received its present name almost a thousand years later, in 589. The city founded on the Grand Canal of China has significantly expanded over the next years. Currently, both sides of the canal are occupied by the historic district of … Open

Cultural excursion through Suzhou - things to see
Picturesque gardens, national-style pagodas and temples, interesting museums and cultural establishments are the main sights of present Suzhou. The ancient Guanqian Street is one of the most picturesque in the city. It was laid out more than half a century ago. The 760-meter-long street accommodates the city's oldest shops and restaurants. Given the fact that they are all housed in beautiful historic buildings, … Open

Top hotels with reviews
Suzhou has a lot of high-class hotels, which are rightfully considered to be among the best in the world. Crowne Plaza Suzhou Hotel is a real city attraction. It is housed in a unique building resembling a huge ship in its shape, which is artfully illuminated at night. Given that the hotel stands on the shore of Jinji Lake, it looks even more impressive. The hotel provides guests with spacious rooms having panoramic … Open

Attractions and active leisure
Walking through picturesque gardens is hardly the only entertainment available to Suzhou guests. You can have fun as a whole family in Suzhou Amusement park. It occupies a vast area and is famous for its diversity of rides. The park has a quiet pond with a sandy beach and an artificial waterfall, there is a landscaped area with chic fountains, a cable car and an indoor pavilion with rides for the youngest visitors. … Open
