[2025 Suzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for North Temple Tower (Updated Jan)

Getting There - Exit 4 Beisita station (line 4) Attractions - North pagoda temple. Lovely temple and a small garden. I went there on a rainy day so didn’t get to enjoy the site for too long but it was very enjoyable. Cost: Free! About 12 - 15 mins walk from there, there’s the Suzhou museum. (You need to reserve in advance otherwise you can’t get in). #summervacation#urbanexplorer #suzhoutravel #suzhou #temple #suzhougardens #beautiful #rainy #china #chinalife #chinatravel

✅Temple introduction: Baoguang Temple, also known as "Beisi Temple," is said to have been built by Sun Quan, the Great Emperor of Eastern Wu, to pray for his mother during the Three Kingdoms period (247–252 AD). 🤗🤗🤗 ✅Tour route: Mountain gate → Entrance → Maitreya Buddha (burn incense) → Beisi Pagoda (walk clockwise around the pagoda) → Baoguang Lecture Hall → Seven Buddha Hall → Buddha Hall → Plum Garden → Huazang World → Stone Tablet → Guanyin Hall → East Gate Exit 🤗🤗🤗 ✅Temple highlights: 1⃣️Beisi Pagoda: Named after the temple, the pagoda was first built during the Liang Dynasty of the Southern and Northern Dynasties (502–557 AD) and rebuilt during the Shaoxing period of the Southern Song Dynasty (1131–1162 AD). The great poet Su Shi placed a copper turtle relic in the pagoda. 🤗🤗🤗 2⃣️Seven Buddha Hall: The hall enshrines seven Buddha statues to express gratitude to the Bodhisattvas of the past, present, and future. 🤗🤗🤗 3⃣️Guanyin Hall: First built during the Southern Song Dynasty and rebuilt in the 40th year of the Wanli period of the Ming Dynasty (1590 AD), the hall is made entirely of nanmu wood and is the most complete Ming Dynasty building in Suzhou. 🤗🤗🤗 4⃣️Gusu Prosperity Picture: Also known as "Prosperity Picture," it is 32 meters long and covers the entire wall of the corridor. The picture depicts the prosperity of Suzhou during the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty. 🤗🤗🤗 5⃣️Zhang Shicheng's Commemorative Stele (Stone Tablet): Originally named Longwu Statue Stone Carving, it is an extremely rare stone carving from the Yuan Dynasty. The stone tablet is 3.06 meters high and 1.46 meters wide. The content carved on the stone tablet depicts the ceremonial scene of Zhang Shicheng hosting a banquet for the Yuan envoy Boyan. The stele is carved in high relief with exquisite craftsmanship. 🤗🤗🤗 ✅Practical information 📍Address: No. 1918 Renmin Road, Gusu District, Suzhou, Jiangsu Province 🎫Tickets: Free ⏰Opening hours: 8:30–17:00 🔥Burning incense: Three sticks of incense are given at the entrance. 🚇Transportation: Take Metro Line 4 to Beisi Pagoda Station.

|Half autumn, half winter~. Suzhou Beisi Pagoda, a wonderful blend of autumn and winter You must visit Suzhou Beisi Pagoda! 😍 Half autumn, half winter, the beauty is breathtaking. Standing in the distance, the ancient pagoda blends into the surrounding scenery. The golden leaves fall, as if telling the story of autumn. 🍂 The grass under the pagoda is still green, giving a sense of winter tranquility. ❄️ As you approach Beisi Pagoda, you'll be amazed by its majesty and beauty. The carvings on the pagoda are exquisite, each revealing the vicissitudes of history. 🎨 Here, you can feel the long history and cultural heritage of Suzhou. There are many small attractions around Beisi Pagoda, such as gardens and temples. Stroll around these places, feel the transition between autumn and winter, and appreciate the unique charm of Suzhou. 💕

1. Wangshi Garden is located in a small alley after you exit the subway at Suzhou Station. It has a "light at the end of the tunnel" feel to it. Once you arrive, find the famous mountain wall, hold your hand steady, align the reflection, and start shooting. 2. Keyuan Garden and Canglang Pavilion are very close to each other, just across the street. Although they are not large, the scenery is just as beautiful. The first red leaves are photographed in the cave of the rockery after entering Canglang Pavilion. 3. After filling your stomach near Canglang Pavilion, take a bus to Bao'en Temple. Walk around the pagoda three times and bow to the Buddha in the temple. Find the second maple leaf photo spot behind the rockery in the plum garden of Bao'en Temple. It is almost as good as taking a photo of the Bao'en Temple pagoda in the Humble Administrator's Garden.

One-day autumn tour in Suzhou | Beisi Pagoda The first stop is Beisi Pagoda, which is close to the subway. Get off at Beisi Pagoda Station on Suzhou Metro Line 4, and walk 200 meters to the pagoda. Admission is free. Beisi Pagoda is a brick pagoda. After years of weathering, it looks more ancient. There are two rows of ginkgo trees in front of the pagoda. The ancient pagoda and ginkgo trees in the autumn sun make a perfect postcard. The first floor of Beisi Pagoda has a corridor with many "windowsills." Each "windowsill" frames a piece of autumn scenery. Walking around the pagoda is like visiting an autumn-themed art exhibition. It's very charming! There is a Guanyin Pavilion behind Beisi Pagoda, with several ginkgo trees in front of it. These trees are probably quite old. At this time of year, the golden leaves are very beautiful, attracting many women in traditional costumes to take photos.

Ginkgo Photography Guide at Suzhou Beisi Pagoda: ⏰Best Time Viewing period: Late November to mid-December is the best time to see the ginkgo trees. Photography time: Afternoon is the best time, as the sunlight shines on the ginkgo trees and the yellow walls and black tiles, creating beautiful light and shadow effects and leaf silhouettes. 📸: Sony a7R3 camera + Tamron 28-200 lens 🚇Transportation Subway: Take Suzhou Metro Line 4 to Beisi Pagoda Station, Exit 4, and walk to the ancient temple. Bus: Take Bus 1, 313, 33, 54, 5, 602, 9012, Night 1, or Night 3 to Beisi Pagoda Station. 🚘Self-driving: Navigate to Suzhou Bao'en Temple and park at the Taohuawu Parking Lot on the west side of the scenic area. 🎫Ticket Information Free entry Photo Spots 1️⃣In front of Guanyin Hall: There are several ginkgo trees, perfect for taking photos of the ginkgo trees with Guanyin Hall and Beisi Pagoda. 2️⃣At the fence under Beisi Pagoda: Use Beisi Pagoda as the background for portraits with ginkgo trees. 3️⃣In front of the Silk Museum: Capture the building and Beisi Pagoda in the same frame, using door and window frames as the foreground to add depth to the photo. 4️⃣Wenchang Pavilion at Taohuawu: Go upstairs to take long shots of Beisi Pagoda. Photography Tips Close-up shots: Focus on the ginkgo leaves to show their texture and color, capturing the light and shadow through the gaps between the leaves. Panoramic shots: Use a wide-angle lens to capture Beisi Pagoda and the ginkgo forest, showing the overall atmosphere and environment. Low-angle shots: Use a low angle to capture Beisi Pagoda and the ginkgo trees, highlighting the grandeur of the pagoda and the height of the ginkgo trees. Light and shadow: Use side or backlighting to highlight the ginkgo trees' outlines and the contrast between light and shadow, creating depth and a three-dimensional effect. Come here to experience the autumn charm and cultural heritage of Suzhou.

🌧 After the rain, I stepped into Suzhou's Bao'en Temple, and a refreshing breeze greeted me. The autumn rain💦 washed away the dust, and the ginkgo leaves🍂 turned golden✨. Water droplets glistened on the leaves like jade beads. A gentle breeze blew, and the leaves fell like golden rain🌼. - 🚶🏻‍♂️ The ground was wet, and fallen leaves were scattered everywhere. Red maple leaves were mixed in, creating a colorful tapestry🌈. The ancient temple's🕌 green tiles were moistened by the rain, and water droplets fell from the eaves, creating a rhythmic sound🎵. - 🛕 The pagoda stood tall in the misty rain, exuding a sense of solemnity and vitality. The moss between the bricks and stones turned even greener, full of life🌿. Walking around, I felt a sense of tranquility and peace. The autumn scenery after the rain washed away the troubles of the world, leaving only the beauty of this place. The autumn of Bao'en Temple, nourished by the rain, is full of endless charm🥰.

Beita Pagoda, also known as Beisi Pagoda, is located at No. 1918 Renmin Road, Gusu District, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province. It was built during the Southern Liang Dynasty (502-557). The pagoda is a nine-story, eight-sided structure with a combination of brick body and wooden eaves. It is 76 meters high and covers an area of 878 square meters. The interior of the pagoda is a double-layered cylinder, with a square pagoda chamber on each floor inside the octagonal pagoda core. The wooden stairs are located in the corridor between the double-layered cylinders. Beita Pagoda is a typical example of the "upper part is a pavilion, and the lower part is a multi-story building" among the more than 2,000 pavilion-style pagodas in China. The brick-built dougong and caisson ceilings on the doors of the pagoda corridors and pagoda chambers on each floor are imitations of wooden structures, with complex structures, making it an example for studying the small wooden structures of the Song Dynasty. On May 25, 2006, Beita Pagoda was announced as the sixth batch of national key cultural relics protection units by the State Council of the People's Republic of China. This ancient pagoda not only has profound historical and cultural value, but also, due to its superior geographical location, has become a unique attraction in the center of Suzhou.

Walking through the streets and alleys, you will see Beita Pagoda. Entering the quiet temple, the leaves gradually turn yellow, clinging to the green shadows, as if reluctant to say goodbye to summer. The wind rises, accompanied by the sound of the pagoda bell, and the ginkgo leaves fall all over the ground. When it comes to autumn colors, people can't help but think of Kyoto, but Suzhou's autumn is just as beautiful.

Bao'en Temple: Built in the Three Kingdoms period (238 AD). Wu Emperor Sun Quan built it to repay his mother's kindness. This temple is the oldest and most representative of all Bao'en Temples. The Seven Buddha Hall enshrines seven Buddhas, from left to right: Kasyapa Buddha, Krakucchanda Buddha, Kanakamuni Buddha, Sakyamuni Buddha, Vipasyin Buddha, Visvabhu Buddha, and Konagamana Buddha. The sutra says: The seven Buddhas' power of diligence, emits light to dispel darkness, each sitting under a tree, and attaining enlightenment.

During the holidays, popular attractions in Suzhou are always crowded. Want to avoid the crowds and enjoy a quiet and beautiful trip? Don't worry, I've carefully selected a few lesser-known spots that are not only beautiful, but also perfect for taking photos. These places are not only beautiful, but also photogenic, making your social media feed look amazing! 1. Twin Pagodas Features: The Twin Pagodas of Luohan Temple, also known as the "Sister-in-law Pagodas", were built during the Northern Song Dynasty. The two pagodas look almost identical, which is quite unique. Recommended photo spots: Ruins of the Twin Pagodas and Main Hall of Luohan Temple: You can take photos of the reflections of the twin pagodas, which is absolutely stunning. Suzhou Tourist Information Center on the third floor: You can take beautiful photos of the twin pagodas and the Gate of the Orient under the setting sun. 2. Beisi Pagoda Features: Beisi Pagoda, a landmark of Suzhou Ancient City, is the tallest building in the ancient city and has a profound cultural heritage. Recommended photo spots: Inside Beisi Temple: Take photos of the temple buildings and feel the solemnity and tranquility of the ancient temple. Beita East Alley: You can capture the life in the alley under the ancient pagoda, adding a touch of human touch. Tingyuan Road: You can also capture the harmonious picture of the ancient pagoda and the alley, full of poetry. 3. Wenchang Pavilion Features: The "Peach Blossom Dock" in Tang Bohu's poem, Wenchang Pavilion is part of Tang Yin's former residence and a good place to climb high. Recommended photo spots: Third floor of Wenchang Pavilion: You can take photos of the spectacular scene of Beisi Pagoda and the Gate of the Orient in the same frame, with a unique perspective. 4. Panmen Features: Panmen Scenic Area has ancient city walls and bell and drum towers, which is a good place to feel the style of Suzhou Ancient City. Recommended photo spots: On the city wall of Panmen: The view is wide and suitable for taking photos of the distant scenery and the majesty of the city wall. Aerial photography: You can take wonderful photos of the ancient and modern in the same frame, showing the integration of history and modernity in Suzhou. 5. Huangluo Zen Temple Features: A temple located on the north side of Yangcheng Lake, the beams and inner roofs of the temple are beautifully carved, with a royal style. Recommended photo spots: Inside the temple: There are many photo spots, you can take photos of the exquisite carvings and the solemn atmosphere of the temple. West side of the temple: Suitable for taking photos of the harmonious coexistence of pastoral scenery and temples, with a bit of the charm of the Forbidden City. Recommended tour route Route: Beisi Pagoda → Wenchang Pavilion → Twin Pagodas → Panmen → Huangluo Zen Temple Transportation: The first four attractions are all in Suzhou Ancient City, you can choose to walk, ride a bike or take a taxi; Huangluo Zen Temple is not in the city, it is suitable to drive there. During this holiday, why not avoid the crowds and choose these lesser-known but beautiful attractions to make your trip to Suzhou more unique and memorable. Bring your camera, record these beautiful moments, and make your social media feed look amazing!

The tranquil Beisi Pagoda stands on the banks of the long river of time, with towering ancient trees blocking the hustle and bustle of the world. The ancient temple wind gently sweeps over the thousand-year-old stone steps, carrying the whispers of history and the profoundness of Buddhism, inspiring awe. The mottled shadow of the pagoda is reflected in the quiet pond, like a light and elegant ink painting, telling the past. The bell in the temple is melodious, passing through the tunnel of time and space, leading the devout believers into the pure land of the soul, feeling the transcendence and tranquility.

Suzhou is the city with the deepest historical and cultural heritage in Jiangsu Province. It not only has a developed economy and a complete industrial system but also has a long history and profound cultural heritage, which are the most proud aspects of Suzhou. The capital of Eastern Wu was in Gusu city. The city, which is based on Wu culture, includes not only Suzhou itself but also Shanghai, Wuxi, Changzhou, Nanjing, Jiaxing, and some areas in southern Anhui. Ancient relics are everywhere in Gusu city, such as the Beisi Pagoda that Shanye Jun wants to share. At first glance, it seems to be an ancient pagoda, but it is not! It is called Beisi Pagoda, but it is actually a garden-style millennium-old temple, which is quite peaceful compared to the noisy streets outside the city walls. The refreshing backyard and the original ecological forest complement each other. Hiking to the Beisi Pagoda in Suzhou in summer is really cool, where you can listen to Buddha while nurturing your heart! How can you miss such a treasure scenic spot in Gusu city? 1. Ticket information: The Beisi Pagoda scenic area in Suzhou is open to the public for free, so there is no admission fee and no need to make a reservation in advance. 2. Opening hours: It is open to the public from 8:30 to 17:00 every day, and entry stops at 16:30, so pay attention to the time arrangement. 3. Highlights of the visit: The ancient millennium-old temple has an aesthetic sense of architectural art, and the original ecological backyard and the mansion of the wealthy are refreshing, where you can worship Buddha, recite scriptures, or simply avoid the heat and drink tea, taking good care of your heart and lungs in the hot summer. 4. Surrounding scenic spots: There are many scenic spots around Beisi Pagoda. It is 800 meters to Suzhou Museum and Humble Administrator's Garden, 1.4 kilometers to Pingjiang Road historical and cultural district, 2 kilometers to the Seven-mile Shantang ancient street area, and 4 kilometers to the Master of Nets Garden and Canglang Pavilion. 5. Duration of visit: The size of the scenic area is moderate, and even a quick tour takes at least 30 minutes, but with such a good environment and beautiful architecture, you should definitely take a slow-paced tour, reciting scriptures and chatting over tea, and it is recommended to spend about 3 hours. 6. Transportation: The geographical and transportation conditions of the Beisi Pagoda scenic area in Suzhou are very good. To go to Suzhou Museum, Humble Administrator's Garden, Couple's Retreat Garden, Master of Nets Garden, Lion Grove, and other scenic spots, you need to pass through Beisi Pagoda. Suzhou's popular bus routes such as 9029, Tourist Line 1, 811, 38, 33, 202, 8, 101, etc., all have a "Beisi Pagoda" stop. Suzhou Metro Line 4 also has a "Beisi Pagoda" station.

Most people have not reached the most beautiful part of Beisi Pagoda. Every time I go to Beisi Pagoda station, most people are heading to Suzhou Museum or the Humble Administrator's Garden. But I have always liked going straight to Beisi Pagoda. No admission fee, peaceful and quiet, it is a place of tranquility in the bustling city. Most visitors to Beisi Pagoda stop at the last courtyard, upon seeing the Zen rooms, but behind Beisi Pagoda, there lies a hidden sanctuary. There are mountains, lakes, pavilions, and a tea room. I didn't get the chance to experience the tea room this time, the business hours posted at the door are from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm, and the dixiao is 20, the same as the Yipu Tea Room. The courtyard behind is simply magical around 4 pm, when the sun shines directly on the lake surface, making the water glisten, and causing the leaves, pavilions, and corridors to shimmer, sparkling beautifully. It's especially suitable for live. And the view of Beisi Pagoda from here is also very photogenic. If it's too crowded, I suggest coming here to sit and relax both body and mind. Beita Bao'en Temple

| The historic Beita Temple, a witness to the city's rise and fall. Suzhou Ancient Temples | The historic Beita Temple, a witness to the city's rise and fall. Suzhou is home to many temples, large and small, scattered in all directions. Today, let's visit the Beisi Pagoda located in the Suzhou city area, officially known as the Beita Bao'en Temple. If you are taking the subway to the Humble Administrator's Garden, you will definitely see the tall pagoda 'Bao'en Wansui Pagoda' inside the temple when you get off at the Beita Temple station. This is a typical Chinese pavilion-style Buddhist pagoda, known as the 'Number One Ancient Monastery in Wu'. It was built during the Three Kingdoms period by Sun Quan to repay his mother's kindness. Entering from the south gate of the temple, you can see a 'Maitreya Buddha statue' with a smile on its face, long earlobes, bare chest and belly, and a string of Buddhist beads in its right hand. On the back of the statue is another figure, 'Weituo Bodhisattva', one of the eight great generals under the Southern Growth Heavenly King. Located to the east of the pagoda is the Dust-Free Guanyin Hall, commonly known as the Nanmu Guanyin Hall, which is the most well-preserved Ming Dynasty building in Suzhou. Deeper within the temple, there are other structures such as the Seven Buddhas Hall, the Chanting Hall, and the Sutra Repository.

We got mesmerized by the beauty of Suzhou✨ even though it was just for a short time, as soon as we arrived and go out of the metro station nearby to our hotel (Qichi Yicheng Hotel) we got the best view of the North Temple Pagoda, and eat delicious 饺子(dumplings) at Wushengxing Zhousha📍, the same day we went to Pingjiang Road and got on the boat it was only 40rmb, it was very relaxing and beautiful scenery. Afterwards we went to the Suzhou Center Plaza and saw that big building that looks like a portal🙌. Next day we took breakfast at Shijiang Long No 2. (a market with a variety of tasty Chinese food 🍲 ) would recommend 110%. Till we meet again Suzhou🧚♀️. #trip #china #suzhou #苏州 #中国

⛰【Travel Tips】 📍Detailed Address: Beisi Bao'en Temple 🚗Transportation Tips: Direct access via Subway Line 4, or you can scan to rent a shared bike, with parking available at the entrance! 🕙Opening Hours: 8:30～17:00 💰Ticket Price: Free 🌟Highlights: Beisi Bao'en Temple, located at No. 1918 Renmin Road, Gusu District, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province, is the oldest temple in Suzhou with a history of over 1700 years. It was originally built during the Sun Quan's Chiwu period (238—251 AD) as Tongxuan Temple, according to historical records, for his wet nurse Lady Chen. It was renamed Kaiyuan Temple in the early Tang Dynasty and later changed to Bao'en Temple. On May 25, 2006, the Bao'en Temple Pagoda was announced by the State Council of the People's Republic of China as the sixth batch of national key cultural relics protection units. 👍Most Recommended: The Bao'en Temple Pagoda is a nine-story, eight-sided brick body with a wooden eaves mixed structure, standing 76 meters tall and covering an area of 878 square meters; the interior of the pagoda consists of a double-layered sleeve with a square core chamber on each floor of the octagonal pagoda heart, and wooden stairs are set in the corridors between the double sleeves; Bao'en Temple Pagoda is a typical example among more than 2000 Chinese pavilion-style pagodas with 'commanding heights above and heavy buildings below', and the brick-built bucket arches and other imitation wood decorations above the doors of each floor's passageways and the core chamber are complex in structure, serving as a case study for the Song Dynasty's small woodwork forms. 📝Note tips: Friendly reminder, be sure to walk around the pagoda, clockwise, three times. Do not go in the wrong direction! 🌟Highlights: The Nanmu Guanyin Hall, rebuilt in the fortieth year of the Ming Wanli era, is located to the east of the North Pagoda and is the most intact ancient Ming Dynasty building in Suzhou. A long corridor is built to the south of the Guanyin Hall, displaying the largest giant lacquer carving in China, 'Prosperous Age Fostering Life', also known as 'Prosperity of Gusu'. The carving is 32 meters long and 2 meters high, recreating the prosperity of Suzhou during the 'Qianlong Prosperous Age' of the Qing Dynasty. Behind the pagoda, there is a rare Yuan Dynasty stone carving, the Zhang Shicheng Merit Stele, in the stele pavilion, which has extremely high historical and artistic value. ✅Must Experience: The temple houses Yuan Dynasty relics: the Zhang Shicheng Merit Stele, which was listed as a cultural relic protection unit of Jiangsu Province in 1957. The Zhang Shicheng Merit Stele, also known as the Lingping Statue Stele, Zhang Wu King Merit Portrait Stone Carving, or Bao'en Temple Stone Kan Statue, commonly referred to as the Stone Family Hall. Originally located to the left of the Bao'en Temple's mountain gate, it was moved inside the temple in 19l9, and a stele pavilion was built in 1924. In 1985, it was rebuilt into a square pavilion with stone pillars and wooden beams with a pointed top, and in 1987, a wooden fence was added around the stele. The stele is 3.06 meters high, 1.46 meters wide, and 0.4 meters thick, made of bluestone. The images from top to bottom can be divided into four sections. According to 'Wumen Biaoyin', the stele was placed by Shen Wansan, a wealthy man from the south of the Yangtze River at the end of the Yuan Dynasty. Modern scholars such as Jin Songcen have conducted research on the crown, clothing, and utensils in the picture, determining that it was carved in the Yuan Dynasty and depicting the scene of Zhang Shicheng welcoming the Yuan envoy Bayan in the nineteenth year of Zhi Zheng. 📝Note tips: Learn a bit about the historical relics in advance, and your trip will be even more fulfilling!

#chinatrip Listen, everyone in Suzhou is going to take pictures of this pagoda?!!! The key is! Like the Forbidden City! Found the appearance here!! Then I definitely want to go! This place is really noisy and likes to take photos! The yearning of Jiangnan for the north, with its red walls and black tiles, is truly noisy! When I finish shooting and open the memory card! I'm so excited! Suzhou City with continuous rain! Finally squatting on a sunny day! Ah, ah, this blue sky, blank clouds, Yi! I can't love you enough! Navigation search: Just search for Huangwang Zen Temple! Opening hours: 6:00-18:00 Free admission 0

I have finally arrived at the Beita Bao'en Temple on the other side of the Anywhere Door ✅✅ The oldest temple in Suzhou's history ✅✅ The most intact Ming Dynasty ancient architecture existing in Suzhou ✅✅ A landmark of the ancient city of Suzhou ✅✅ The highest point in Suzhou's ancient city, a benchmark for building height, where buildings in the ancient district cannot exceed 24 meters, equivalent to the height of the third floor of the North Temple Pagoda ✅✅ A major national cultural heritage protection site ♻️♻️ Beita Bao'en Temple, located in Gusu District, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province, was originally built during the Three Kingdoms period by Sun Quan for his wet nurse, Lady Chen, and has a history of more than 1,700 years, making it the oldest temple in Suzhou. It was initially named Tongxuan Temple, renamed to Kaiyuan Temple during the Tang Dynasty's Kaiyuan era, and was renamed again to Bao'en Temple during the Later Zhou of the Five Dynasties, which has been used to this day. ♻️♻️ The grand and majestic North Temple Pagoda in the temple was rebuilt during the Southern Song Dynasty and is a classic example of a Chinese small-woodwork style pavilion pagoda, known as the number one ancient pagoda in the south of the Yangtze River. This ancient pagoda has become the highest point in the ancient city of Suzhou, as well as a benchmark for the city's architecture. There was once a regulation in Suzhou that buildings in the ancient city could not exceed 24 meters in height, which is equivalent to not exceeding the height of the third floor of the North Temple Pagoda, indicating the pagoda's status in the city of Suzhou. ♻️♻️ The Guanyin Hall to the east of the North Temple Pagoda was rebuilt during the Wanli era of the Ming Dynasty and is the most intact ancient Ming Dynasty architecture in Suzhou. ♻️♻️ The entire garden-style temple complex is scattered with pavilions and terraces, interspersed with mountains and waters, lush with flowers and trees, with winding paths leading to secluded spots. Strolling through it, one feels far from the hustle and bustle of the world, with a sense of tranquility and joy. ⛩️⛩️ Address: 1918 Renmin Road, Gusu District, Suzhou City 🚇🚇 Transportation: Exit 4 of Beisi Pagoda Station on Metro Line 4, with more bus routes available, parking is inconvenient, it is recommended to use public transportation 💰💰 Admission: Free

📍Suzhou three-day two-night itinerary | Suzhou is charming at any time👀||| Day 1🎈: Arrive at Suzhou Station at 19:12, proceed to the hotel for check-in. Take Line 4 for just 1 stop to reach Beisita Station, then walk for 10 minutes to the hotel. After placing the luggage, take a bus to Shantang Street, where the night view is stunning, and it's bustling with people (the bus stop is right outside the hotel | The bus stations in Suzhou are all built in a retro style, which greatly surprised me as an outsider🤩. On the bus, I also met a warm-hearted Suzhou grandpa, who knew we were tourists and kindly told us where to get off and where to start exploring Shantang Street more appropriately). Day 2🎈: Visit the Humble Administrator's Garden (80 yuan/person) and the Suzhou Museum (free reservation, closed on Mondays, be sure to book in advance) in the morning | The hotel I stayed at is just 2 bus stops away from the Suzhou Museum, and the Humble Administrator's Garden is closely adjacent to the Suzhou Museum. In the afternoon, head to Pingjiang Road, which is 5 bus stops away. Pingjiang Road is a must-visit place in Suzhou, as the saying goes, 'A single Pingjiang Road, half of Gusu city,' and it lives up to its reputation. Had dinner at a restaurant named Taohuayuanji on Pingjiang Road (see picture 7), which was affordable, and also tried the 'Emperor's Smile' favored by Wei Wuxian. Additionally, I happened to come across a celebrity filming, heard someone say it was Chen Zheyuan, but unfortunately, I did not see him. In the evening, went to the Gate of the Orient, took photos with the iconic building of Suzhou, and watched the fountain show at Jinji Lake (for specific show times, you can follow the Suzhou Industrial Park official WeChat account. I thought I had missed the fountain⛲️ show, but it turned out I just caught the 8:30 one). Day 3🎈: In the morning, visit Beisita (free), which is about a 10-minute walk from my hotel, then take the bus for 13 stops, about 20 minutes to reach Hanshan Temple (18 yuan/person), and saw the 'Night Mooring by Maple Bridge' from the books. The itinerary on the third day was not rushed, only visiting these two places, slowly savoring the charm of Suzhou, then returning to the hotel to pick up luggage, and heading to the next destination.

🏰 A new favorite is added to the ancient city, and the exploration journey begins! 🔍 🏘 More quaint than Renheng Warehouse Street and more commercially prosperous than Jindi Plaza, this is——Wujie Meiluo Luxury Center! 🛍 🏛 The exhibition space makes a stunning debut, with one building representing a national pavilion, as if you are in a foreign land! 🌍 👗 2000+ brands, 100000+ products, global original designer brands gather here, letting you freely choose your favorite items! 💖 🏢 The red brick building shines on stage, as if it can breathe, with no heat island effect, the calm and passionate 'Melad' style, a perfect fusion of industrial and modern styles, tells the story of the building's past and present! 🧱 🎉 Wujie Meiluo Luxury Center, transformed from an old warehouse, is rejuvenated with creative input! Old and new blend here, preserving industrial relics, retaining memories for the city, attracting new industries and concepts, and creating a new ecosystem for innovative development! 🌟 📍 Address: No. 19 Beiyuan Road, Gusu District, Suzhou 🚌 Transportation: Take bus route 40 west line to Qimen East, or get off at Beisita Station on subway line 4, and then it's a short walk. Although the walk is a bit far, it is not recommended to drive, as parking in the ancient city area is really difficult! 🚗🚶‍♀️ Come to Wujie Meiluo Luxury Center and start a new exploration journey in the ancient city! 🌈🎈

🌸The most 'in' way for young people to play—Special Forces style tourism🚀 🌟Suzhou is definitely a hot spot for check-ins! (The surging crowds every weekend are a testament to its popularity)🌆 🌳The elegance of classical gardens, the poetic charm of small bridges and flowing water, make one can't help but exclaim: "With your mention of spring not being late, I find myself squeezed into the true Jiangnan"🌸 💪Hardcore 'Special Forces style' Suzhou tour, taking you to capture all the must-visit spots in one fell swoop, ensuring you have the utmost fun without regrets!🎉 🗺️Essential tour around Dongbei Street🚶‍♀️ 🔹Starting point: Beisita Station on Metro Line 4🚇 🍜Gusu Bridge Literati Suzhou-style Noodle House / Zhu Xinnian Pastry Shop (Breakfast) → Beisita → Humble Administrator's Garden → Lion Grove → Pingjiang Road (Lunch) → Couple's Garden Retreat → East Garden → Xiangmen City Wall → Shuangta Market (Dinner)🌇 💡Recommended reason: A one-stop experience of Suzhou's hottest gardens and old streets, remember to book popular spots in advance and start early!💪 🍜A bowl of Suzhou-style noodles from Gusu Bridge Literati Suzhou-style Noodle House, and soup dumplings from Zhu Xinnian Pastry Shop, kick off your energetic day!🌞 🏯Beisita, the tallest building in the ancient city district of Suzhou, always catches your eye inadvertently, guiding your way.🗺️ 🌳Walk from Beisita to Dongbei Street, where the essence of Suzhou's tourism converges! Humble Administrator's Garden (fully booked on April 30 and May 1) and Lion Grove, capturing two major garden attractions in one go!🌳 🍽️Seek Suzhou flavors on Pingjiang Road, after a satisfying meal, stroll around the nearby Couple's Garden Retreat and East Garden, and in the evening, climb the Xiangmen City Wall to admire the beautiful sunset over the ancient city, splendid!🌅 🌃Finally, head to Shuangta Market, taste a variety of snacks, egg pancakes, pan-fried buns, sweet porridge, wontons, crabapple cakes, both savory and sweet lovers will be satisfied, perfectly ending a day's journey!🍱🍢🍡

December in Suzhou is a great time to visit ancient temples like Baoguo Temple, Huiding Temple, and Shuangta Temple. Although they are not as crowded with tourists as the Suzhou gardens, they are incredibly picturesque. The quiet monasteries, the ginkgo leaves that are shining yellow and have yet to fall, and the yellow walls of the courtyards, along with the mottled light and shadow, make every casual photo feel like an oil painting. Wearing traditional Han clothing and draping a bright red cloak over your shoulders, you'll look beautiful no matter how you're photographed. Suzhou tourism isn't just about spring; autumn is also stunningly beautiful.

The Beisi Pagoda is the oldest Buddhist temple in Suzhou, with a history of over a thousand years. It is said to have been built by Sun Quan during the Three Kingdoms period to repay his mother's kindness, hence it is also known as the Repay Kindness Temple Pagoda. It is a symbol of the ancient city of Suzhou and a key national cultural heritage site.

I've discovered a new vantage point Beisi Pagoda (also known as Bao'en Temple), as a landmark of ancient architecture in Suzhou has already been photographed by many people I walked a big circle around Beisi Pagoda and actually found a new spot on the rooftop Not only can you see Beisi Pagoda, but also the 'big pants', it's quite a blast💥💥💥 Even more explosive is that there's an open-air coffee shop on the rooftop The edge of the rooftop is decorated with a big crescent moon When night falls and the moon lamp lights up Beisi Pagoda is just in the middle of it when viewed through the moon lamp The coffee shop is said to even offer outdoor barbecues Imagine drinking coffee, eating barbecue, looking at Beisi Pagoda Feeling the breeze, taking photos, it's fantastic! 🎫Ticket: Free 🚩Location share: Creative park near Suzhou Museum 📷Photography tips: It is recommended to use a telephoto lens because the compression of space can make Beisi Pagoda appear larger

The North Temple Pagoda holds many stories in the hearts of the people of Suzhou. The ginkgo in the temple is also full of mystery. Every year, it's bustling with visitors. Take the time to see the ginkgo, even at the end of the season, it's still full of vitality. The ground is covered with ginkgo leaves, and there are a few lush maple trees, shading the golden temple, perfectly echoing the light and shadow cast by the setting sun. A quiet beauty. Tips: Transportation is convenient. Please note that the park closes at 5:00 PM. The security will come in advance to notify that photography is not allowed. Btw, the winter sunset currently starts at around 4:30 PM. There is a popular persimmon tree at the subway entrance outside the North Temple Pagoda. Under the backdrop of the blue sky, pink walls, and black tiles, it looks very beautiful. It seems that this year's persimmons are a bit thin. A place to experience beauty. A fluffy cat that doesn't understand humans.

The Suzhou North Tower in the ginkgo The Bao'en Temple of Suzhou North Tower was built during the Three Kingdoms period, according to historical records, it was built by Sun Quan for his wet nurse Mrs. Chen. It was renamed Kaiyuan Temple at the beginning of the Tang Dynasty, and later renamed Bao'en Temple. The Bao'en Temple in autumn and the ginkgo leaves form a beautiful scenery.

🚶‍♀️🌸【Suzhou CityWalk Guide】🌸🚶‍♀️ 📍Starting Point: Suzhou City Tourist Information Center (Northeast Street Central Station) 🚶‍♀️Total Distance: About 2km of cultural journey 🏛️Attractions Along the Way: Three major cultural and museum venues & the newly popular Taohuawu Historic and Cultural District 📌Route Highlights: 🔸Suzhou City Tourist Information Center (Northeast Street Central Station)→🔸Northwest Street→🔸Beisi Pagoda→🔸Suzhou Silk Museum→🔸Suzhou Art Museum→🔸Suzhou Celebrity Museum→🔸Taohuawu Historic and Cultural District 🚇Transportation Tips: Take Suzhou Metro Line 4 to 'Beisi Pagoda' Station, walk to Suzhou City Tourist Information Center (Northeast Street Central Station), and start your cultural CityWalk! ⏰Visiting Time: 8:30-12:30, estimated 4 hours of continuous excitement 📍Suzhou City Tourist Information Center 📍Address: No. 225, Northeast Street, Gusu District 🕙Opening Hours: 8:30-20:30 📍Northwest Street 📍Connection: Intersection of Northeast Street and Renmin Road, experience the charm of the ancient city 📍Beisi Pagoda 📍Address: No. 1918, Renmin Road, Gusu District 🕙Opening Hours: 8:30-16:00 🎫Ticket: Free! 📍Suzhou Silk Museum 📍Address: No. 2001, Renmin Road, Gusu District 🕙Opening Hours: 9:00-17:00 (No entry after 16:00, closed on Mondays) 🎫Ticket: Free admission, not to be missed! 📍Suzhou Art Museum 📍Address: No. 2075, Renmin Road, Gusu District 🕙Opening Hours: 9:00-17:00 (No entry after 16:00, closed on Mondays) 🎫Ticket: Free entry, feel the charm of art! 📍Suzhou Celebrity Museum 📍Address: No. 2075, Renmin Road, Gusu District 🕙Opening Hours: 9:00-17:00 (No entry after 16:00, closed on Mondays) 🎫Ticket: Free! 📍Taohuawu Historic and Cultural District 📍Address: No. 28, Liao Family Lane, Gusu District 🕙Opening Hours: 9:00-17:00 (Tang Yin's Former Residence) 🎫Ticket: Free access, a new popular spot for social media check-ins! 🎉Come to Suzhou and start your cultural CityWalk journey!🎉

The plum blossoms beneath the Beisi Pagoda have already bloomed, like messengers of spring, bringing a warm breath of air. Strolling among them, it feels as if one is immersed in a sea of flowers, which is refreshing and uplifting. · There is a wide variety of plum blossoms here, with dazzling colors, white as snow, red as fire, pink like the rosy clouds. A gentle breeze blows, and the petals gently fall, like a rain of flower petals, intoxicating to those who witness it. · The plum blossoms here are not only beautiful but also a witness to history. Now, with the ancient pagoda nearby, they appear even more quaint and elegant, commanding respect. · In addition to admiring the plum blossoms, there are also beautiful landscapes and a profound cultural heritage here. You can feel the breath of spring, savor the charm of history, relax your body and mind, and enjoy the gifts of nature. · Hurry to the Beisi Pagoda, and let's appreciate the charm of the plum blossoms together! Spring here can hardly wait to meet you.