Suzhou situated in the southeast of Jiangsu Province, occupied an area of 119.2 square kilometers with a population of 880,000, between latitude 319 north and longitude 1207 east. The climate is mild with an annual rainfall of 1100 mm, an average annual temperature of 15.7, the frost-free period of 230 days and the sunshine time is 2000 hours.   Suzhou boasts favorable location, mild clima

The Classical Gardens of Suzhou Suzhou is one of the famous historical and culture city in China. The construction of private gardens in Suzhou started during the 6th centry B.C. and was in vogue during the Ming Dynasty(1368-1644). By the end of the Qing Dynasty(1644-1911), there were more than 170 gardens in the city and its suburbs. Hence Suzhou is known as the "garden city". The city has still

Air Despite being an important tourist destination, Suzhou does not have its own international airport at present. It is best to use the airports of nearby Shanghai. Shanghai Hongqiao International Ariport (SHA)  and Pudong International Airport (PVG) are used frequently by domestic and international visitors. Hongqiao Airport (SHA) is 86 kilometers (about 53 miles) away from Suzhou. Every

Steamed White Fish   White fish, as its name implies is white in colour and it is a good dish after it has been well prepared. The fish for the dish should be carefully selected, weighing around 0.5 kilogram (the best). The dish is usually prepared with shredded ginger with red and green pepper being delicately used. This dish has a good taste, pleasant texture and an aromatic smell. &nbs

Guan Qian Street This street, located in the central downtown area, is the center of Suzhou commerce, due at least in part ot the presence of shops that have been doing business here for many years. The Pine and Crane Restaurant, Cai Zhi Zhai and Huang Tian Yuan are all located here. Others, including Lu Gao Jian, which in noted for its unique meat products, and Sheng Chun Yang, which sells high