I have been to Suzhou several times. Based on my experience, I personally recommend you to go to Qili Shantang Street in Suzhou to see the night view. This is the "No. 1 Street in Suzhou". It's not too late, I'll be in "True Jiangnan". It's extremely romantic, which means this place. You will never be disappointed~

Shantang Street (Qili Shantang Street)

Qi Lishan Pond was created by Bai Juyi, the great poet of the Tang Dynasty, who recruited workers to dig river embankments when he was the governor of Suzhou. It has a history of more than a thousand years. It was one of the most developed commercial and cultural neighborhoods in China during the Ming and Qing Dynasties, and was known as "The first ancient street in China", "the epitome of old Suzhou and the window of Wu culture". A folk song goes: "There is heaven above, and Suzhou and Hangzhou below. There is the West Lake in Hangzhou, and there are mountain ponds in Suzhou. Two good places, infinite scenery."

Tickets: Free

Opening hours: all day long

Address: No. 177, Shantang Street, Gusu District, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province

Transportation:

Subway: Take the Suzhou Rail Transit Line 2 to Shantang Street Station, exit from Exit 3 and walk for two minutes.

Bus:

① Take Suzhou Bus No. 406, 317, 529, or 44 Take No. 64, You 1 or No. 304 and get off at Shantang Street Station, then go north along Guangji Road for about 500 meters.

②Take Suzhou Bus No. 2 or 146 and get off at the first and last station of Huqiu. It is within walking distance.

Best visiting time: 5 pm to 8 pm

? Travel guide: Ancient buildings along the street. Most of the ancient buildings on both sides of Shantang Street are from the late Qing Dynasty and the Republic of China. They are a building group composed of several falling and rising, with falling vertically and rising horizontally. Ancient bridges on the Shantang River. When dusk falls, the red lanterns on both sides of the river are lit up and reflected in the river, creating an indescribable beauty. You can also choose to take a cruise to enjoy the scenery on both sides of the river. Suzhou Chamber of Commerce Museum: The standard Jiangnan house building has a unique flavor after years of precipitation.

?Food Recommendation: Unknown Stinky Tofu

Price:?10

If you walk through the stone road, there is a shop next to it before entering the main street In the small alley, the stinky tofu sold by the aunt there is not bad? Crab roe soup dumplings

Price: ?25

To be honest, it is a bit expensive? But I have eaten it a few times and it tastes good. ?Crab roe soup dumplings Soup dumplings are actually a specialty of Jingjiang~ Red bean paste dumplings

This is a special snack in Suzhou. Friends who love sweets should not miss it.

? Reasons for recommendation

Qili Shantang, with a history of more than 1,200 years, is a must-visit point when traveling to Suzhou. The buildings along both sides of the river will take you to dream of Jiangnan, with small bridges, flowing water, and pink walls. There are many tiles and cruise ships, and the clouds dye the sky red at dusk, and the red lanterns on both sides are lit up. Taking a boat ride in the night and encountering the Jiangnan water town, it feels like you are swimming in the middle of the painting, encountering the most beautiful Jiangnan water town~

The most photographed Good points

1. Baigong Temple

The water here is wide and it is at the intersection of Shantang River and Waicheng River. It is also an ancestral hall commemorating Bai Juyi.

2. Changmen

Changmen was the most prosperous area in Gusu City in ancient times, and was a place of first- and second-class wealth and romance. The city gate here is the most majestic, and the photos are also very photogenic.

3. Ancient stage

The stage faces south and has a black tile roof and cornices. On weekends and holidays, various cultural and artistic programs will be performed on the stage.

4. Xinmin Bridge

This is the best photo location in Qili Shantang. Standing on the bridge, waterside houses with pink walls and black tiles line up along the river, cruise ships are bustling with people, and the night lights complement the calm river water. There are many people here, so remember to reserve a spot to take photos in advance.

5. Waicheng River Arch Bridge

There is a three-hole large arch bridge beside the Waicheng River. Standing at the head of the bridge, you can see the Qili Mountain Pond from a high place. Overlooking the entire Supai architecture and folk houses, you can feel the real Zhenhe people's home.