Humble Administrator's Garden | A Garden of Jiangnan Elegance

| This garden embodies the elegance of Jiangnan. Known as the "Mother of Jiangnan Gardens," the Humble Administrator's Garden is famous for its ever-changing scenery. With water as its centerpiece, the garden is divided into three sections: the east, central, and west. The east is spacious and open, the central part is the essence of the garden, and the west offers winding paths and secluded spots. From the cascading wisteria in spring to the lotus fragrance filling the halls in summer, the scent of sweet-scented osmanthus in autumn, and the snow-covered pavilions in winter, every season paints a picturesque scene. "Leaning leisurely on a camp stool, I gaze at a thousand peaks beyond the Yu Gong Tower. With whom do I share this view? The clear breeze, the bright moon, and I." Let's journey to Jiangnan and experience 500 years of garden aesthetics! 📍Location: 178 Northeast Street, Gusu District, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province. Navigate to "Humble Administrator's Garden." 💰Tickets: CNY 70/person during off-season, CNY 80/person during peak season ⏰Opening Hours: 7:30 am - 5:30 pm (Mar-Oct, last entry at 5:00 pm); 7:30 am - 5:00 pm (Nov-Feb, last entry at 4:30 pm) ⏳Suggested Visiting Time: 2-3 hrs 🗺️Route: Entrance - Lanxue Hall - Hanqing Pavilion - Tingyu Pavilion - Jiashi Pavilion - Linglong Hall - Yuanxiang Hall - Yiyu Pavilion - Small Canglang - Small Flying Rainbow - Xiangzhou - Another World - 36 Mandarin Duck Hall (18 Mandala Flower Hall) - Tower Shadow Pavilion - Liuting Pavilion - Fucui Pavilion - With Whom Do I Sit Pavilion - Daoying Tower - Jianshan Tower - Lotus Wind Pavilion - Snow Fragrance Pavilion - Wuzhu Retreat - Shuxiang Hall - Tianquan Pavilion - East Exit [Recommended Viewing Spots] 🪷Yuanxiang Hall: The main building of the central garden. The spacious platform north of the hall offers clear views of the pond, making it an ideal spot for lotus viewing. 🌈Small Flying Rainbow: The vermilion bridge reflects in the water like a rainbow. As you walk across, you become part of the scenery. ⛴️Xiangzhou: A boat-shaped structure combining pavilions, terraces, and halls. The two-story building and its reflection create a captivating sight. 🔷36 Mandarin Duck Hall (18 Mandala Flower Hall): A hall with two sections. The northern part is called "36 Mandarin Duck Hall," and the southern part is called "18 Mandala Flower Hall." The blue glass windows are exquisite, casting colorful ripples on the ground when sunlight streams through. 🍃Fucui Pavilion: An octagonal, two-story building nestled among lush greenery. Climb to the top for a panoramic view of the garden's pavilions. 🌊Daoying Tower: Built for viewing reflections in the water. The blue sky and green trees reflected in the windows create a dynamic, three-dimensional ink painting. 🎋Wuzhu Retreat: The easternmost pavilion in the central garden. Its four circular archways frame views of the North Temple Pagoda. [Tips] 🌟Purchase tickets in advance during peak season (up to 7 days prior). Arrive at 7:30 am for the smallest crowds. 🌟Wear comfortable shoes as the stone paths are uneven. 🌟Suzhou Museum, Lion Grove Garden, and Pingjiang Road are nearby and can be visited on the same day.