Suzhou at forefront of Jiangnan towns' bid for world heritage status
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Suzhou at forefront of Jiangnan towns' bid for world heritage status
Zhouzhuang, one of the renowned water towns in East China's Jiangsu province, is noted for its profound cultural background, well-preserved ancient residential houses, elegant watery views and the vibrant local traditions and customs. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
A conference to boost the development of ancient water towns in the Yangtze River Delta region was held in Lili ancient town in Suzhou on Feb 16, leading the joint application of the region's ancient water towns for world heritages.
Built in the Song Dynasty (960-1279), Tongli ancient town in Suzhou is home to a collection of cultural relics and historic sites, including well-preserved buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties (1368-1911). [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
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Lili ancient town, a slow moving world in Suzhou, East China's Jiangsu province. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
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Luzhi Ancient Town in Suzhou is endowed with numerous time-honored intangible cultural heritages. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
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So much to see here, a lifetime isn't long enough.
I sometimes think that as well.
No matter how old he was Bilbo Baggins was always ready for a new adventure...
When I was in China, I spent a day in Suzhou and a day in Zhouzhuang. They are two of the most beautiful and interesting places I have ever visited.
"The Humble Administrator's Garden, Suzhou"
"Boat with Umbrella, Zhouzhuang"
I knew you were there and I expected to see your comment about it. Unfortunately we only got to Suzhou, although we took a night cruise through the canals that was quite worth while. As for the Humble Administrator's Garden, here is my wife standing in front of a garden there similar to the one you posted.