Suzhou, Where Tradition Meets Modernity in East China's Enchanting Paradise | China Walking Tour

Flanked by droves of meandering waterways and breathtaking gardens, the 2,500-year-old city of Suzhou is located along the southeastern edge of Jiangsu Province in eastern China.

Suzhou is bordered by the Yangtze River in the north, Shanghai to its east, Zhejiang Province to its south and Lake Taihu in the west.

Historically, Suzhou was synonymous with high culture and elegance. Generations of Chinese artists, scholars, writers and high society were drawn to its exquisite art forms and the delicate beauty of its gardens.

Discover Suzhou’s famous canals, romantic water towns, thousand-year-old temples and world-class museums. Savor traditional tea and cuisine along Suzhou’s historic streets. Treat your eyes and ears to ancient architecture and music.

Rest your head in a bed that’s authentically Suzhou. Explore Suzhou’s unique offerings for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

-------------------⭐⭐
0:00 Intro
1:23 Around Jinji Lake Area
38:19 Suzhou Times Square
55:59 Suzhou Bay Grand Theater
1:09:45 Vitality Island
1:34:06 Around Suzhou IFS (Suzhou Industrial Park District)
1:56:33 Humble Administrator's Garden
2:41:44 Pingjiang Road Historic Old Street
3:31:12 Suprise :D

-------------------⭐⭐
Distance from Suzhou to:
-------------------⭐⭐
Wuxi 46 km

Shanghai 112 km

Hangzhou 122 km

Nanjing 224 km

Taipai 703 km

Hong Kong 1,186 km

Beijing 1,189 km

Chengdu 1,893 km

-------------------⭐⭐
Known as the “Venice of the East,” Suzhou indisputably lives up to its canal-city name. Resting 13 feet (4 m) above sea level, almost half of the 3,276-square-mile (8,488-sq-km) city of Suzhou is covered by water — 42.5 percent to be exact — making it a top-ranking, water-rich Chinese destination.

Taihu Lake, nestled in southwestern Suzhou, covers a vast area of 902 square miles (2,336 sq km), making it China’s third largest body of fresh water. The Yangtze River, the largest river in China and one of the most spectacular rivers in the world, runs along Suzhou’s northernmost boundary and empties into the East China Sea.

Another main waterway — the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal — holds the title of longest canal in the world. This UNESCO World Heritage Site flows from north to south and remains a vital trade route and popular tourist attraction.

Suzhou’s immense expanses of water bless the area with ideal conditions for growing, fishing and farming.

More than 712,058 acres within Suzhou’s boundaries are used for cultivation. Fifty-five percent of Suzhou’s landscape is made up of gently sloping, low-lying plains, while a mere 2.7 percent of the land is graced by mountainous terrain.


Suzhou is divided into ten sections — six districts and four county-level (satellite) cities. The districts surround the old town and city center, while the cities line the outer edge of Suzhou.

All sections are located within Suzhou’s jurisdiction and abound with culture, festivals and attractions.

The Wujiang District, positioned on the southeastern bank of Taihu Lake, is home to the thousand-year-old water town of Tongli, famous for hundreds of well-preserved gardens, temples and mansions.

The Wuzhong District is located along southern edge of Suzhou’s old town and the eastern shore of Taihu Lake. Adding to the district’s lure are the scenic zones of West Hill, East Hill and Guangfu, along with Qionglong Mountain and the charming water town of Luzhi.

Moving towards the city center is the Gusu District. Formerly the Pingjiang, Canglang and Jinchang districts, this newly merged district is famed for its rich roster of culture. From the Silk Museum and Humble Administrator’s Garden to the Hanshan Temple and the Lingering Garden, this district is home to an incredible wealth of Suzhou’s delicate history dating back thousands of years.

It's all fun and games at Suzhou Industrial Park District. Identified as SIP, this district (or zone) is home to Suzhou Ferris Wheel Park, an amusement park with a bevy of thrill rides, among them Asia’s largest Ferris wheel, which overlooks scenic Jinji Lake.

Attracting major industries and tech-savvy crowds is the Suzhou Hi-Tech Industrial Development Zone, shortened to Suzhou New District. A vast contrast from the historical relics that surround it, SND is an up-and-coming ultramodern oasis. When development completes, the zone will feature soaring architecture, verdant gardens and tree-lined parks.

-------------------⭐⭐
Other Walk East's Cool Playlists:

Night Walking Tour In China's Metropolitan Cities:
   • Night Walking Tour In China's Metropo...  

China's Stunning Old Towns:
   • China's Stunning Old Towns  

Shanghai City Classic Scenes:
   • 4K⁶⁰ Shanghai City Classic Scenes  

4K⁶⁰ Driving In China:
   • 4K⁶⁰ Driving In China | 行车巡游之旅  

-------------------⭐⭐

#Suzhou
#Jiangsu