In the city of Suzhou, you may be careless at first glance, but you will feel happy when you look back at it again. When you leave, you realize that you have fallen in love with him without realizing it, and after turning around, you will spend the rest of your life forgetting.

The reason why I write this is because I actually live in a city in my heart. I don't know if my relatives can still remember taking children to Qingdao at the end of July last year. I once wrote at the beginning of a travel trip in Qingdao: Everyone has a heart. A city, there is a person living in the city. He passes through your world for a short moment, and then turns around... But you keep it for him in your heart for a lifetime... The city in my heart has actually been given to Qingdao long ago. And will going down to Jiangnan this time make me "fall in love with someone else" from now on?

I actually don't want to "move on to another person", but feelings are often unclear. When you fall in love, you fall in love, and it's no big deal to admit it. Fortunately, it is still early, and there are still many scenery behind. Maybe there are opportunities and rights to choose. After I came back, I have been thinking about how I fell in love with someone else like this. Speaking of Qingdao and Suzhou, in fact, each has its own advantages, and they are very different. A coastal city has sharp edges and corners, while a Jiangnan water town is gentle to the bones. The only similarities are that the cultural heritage is very profound, and it is difficult to distinguish the superior.

In fact, just one sentence can wake up the dreamer: Qingdao is full of foreign places, but Suzhou always feels like it is the way home for you and me.

Originally, Suzhou's articles were supposed to write two articles, and neither of them would write strategies. However, since Tongli's article was sent out, I have received many private letters, some asking me for Suzhou's strategies, as well as various greetings, inquiries, and requests... Okay, so I have been planning this article for a long time, and I plan to set the scenery first and then serve you some small dishes. Of course, I hope that the officials will eat well and drink well, and they will be in a good mood.

[The spring color is deep in the idle window of the courtyard, lying drunk on the bow of the ship and listening to the rain and sleeping]

"Emotional Suzhou" begins by saying: "Without gardens, Suzhou would not be Suzhou. Without seclusion, you can't enjoy the deeply washed banana window listening to the rain. In Suzhou gardens, you and I are just the background floating in the flower-window corridor." I have a deep understanding of this sentence when I spent the few days with my children in Suzhou. Looking at gardens in Suzhou, every step is the scenery and every step is the emotion, and we are just the backs in the scenery.

Humble Administrator's Garden is the most famous garden in Suzhou. This former private garden is now one of the must-see attractions when visiting Suzhou. Although you know that it is May Day and that too many people will destroy the scenery, you still put Humble Administrator's Garden in the top priority. There are two main ideas: first, go and see how its main designer, Wen Zhengming, built it with ingenuity. Second, aren't you curious about what kind of life the owners of the house lived in the past?

It is said that the Humble Administrator's Garden was the foundation of Dahong Temple in the past. Its first owner was Wang Xianchen, a scholar in Hongzhi in the Ming Dynasty and a censor during the Jiajing Period. Many people who know how to read history know which was the most special institution in the Ming Dynasty. It is also clear that most gardens are either places where eunuchs retire into seclusion after being frustrated in their career path, or places where they retire into seclusion after removing their armor. Think back to Wang Xianchen, a literati at the beginning, but he had to fight hard in this special institution. How could he defeat the powerful "strength" of the East Chamber? Of course, he worked hard and managed to obtain an official position. After several struggles, he was promoted to the position of censor, but in the end he could not withstand the situation of being demoted. He angered the East Chamber, but he was able to save his life and finally retired to Suzhou. It is a beautiful thing. Maybe God will protect a kind person. This road is impossible, and we can't block all roads. Wang Xianchen, who was in seclusion, met Wen Zhengming, who was also a fallen person from Tianya. It hit it off immediately. In this way, Humble Administrator's Garden was created. Wen Zhengming, you should be familiar with him. One of the four great talents in Jiangnan has been a prodigy since he was a child prodigy. However, he has been conducting scientific examinations all the way, and he has been unable to satisfy himself after many attempts, but he always ends up failing the list. Of course, when he was in his fifties, he was eventually recruited as an academician of Hanlin because of calligraphy and painting, but he found that he couldn't get along well in officialdom and returned to Suzhou to retire. It was also at this time that he met Wang Xianchen. Records: Wen Zhengming not only designed the Humble Administrator's Garden, but also wrote notes for the Humble Administrator's Garden. He painted 31 paintings, each painting with a poem. The story behind this garden, which took 16 years to build, is named "Suozheng". In fact, you can also learn a thing or two about these from the explanations given at the Yuxiang Pavilion after entering the park.

I have to tell you about the historical background and story of Humble Administrator's Garden, because many people talk about looking at gardens in Suzhou. After walking into the garden for less than an hour, they go out, which means "visiting the mountains and rivers". Of course, everyone's knowledge is different, and the artistic conception of understanding and seemingly understanding are not the same. In fact, even if it was just a look at the scenery, it would not hurt the elegance. The entire garden of Humble Administrator's Garden is still centered on water. It is a typical small building in the south of the Yangtze River, surrounded by mountains and rivers, and the halls, pavilions and pavilions are exquisite. The rich characteristics of the water town are always intertwined in every landscape you walk through. It can be said that one scene in five steps, one painting in ten steps. The garden is generally divided into three parts, namely the east, middle and west. The east is open, the essence can be seen in the middle, and the west is exquisite, each with its own characteristics. I personally prefer the west. This time, I also asked Tianhao to sketch the lotus wind four-sided pavilion in this garden. My favorite thing is the Eighteen Mandala Flower Hall with various colorful colors.

Speaking of the owner of Humble Administrator's Garden, since Wang Xianchen's son wasted the garden on a gamble, the owner of the garden has changed again and again. There are two other people I have to say: Chen Zhilin and Xu Can. I want to mention it with a little pen and ink. I want to say that these two people actually feel very similar to Li Qingzhao and Zhao Mingcheng. Yes, they are also husbands and wives, good at calligraphy and singing, and their circumstances are very similar. In his later years, Xu Can died alone. And this garden is also a witness of the two. It can be said that "the flowers stay in the golden valley late, and the flowers reach the red gate are particularly red." Once Shen Liao is gone, he will gain it, and the flowers will be deep and the moon will be bright..." To see the decline of Humble Administrator's Garden, we must start here. Interested relatives may wish to read through history for themselves. Humble Administrator's Garden has changed owners time and again. Today, what we see is no longer what it looked like back then. However, there are still many thoughts that flash through your mind. When looking at the scenery, will you be curious to restore the true colors of history and think about the owner living here at that time? What are their feelings? What is left here for future generations? The garden is always viewed with attitude. No matter how beautiful the scenery is, attitude determines everything. When I passed by, I was also very curious. I didn't understand garden art, and even if I knew a little, I wouldn't dare to show off in front of others. However, I envy those who have learned garden art, because their attitude towards life will not be the same as us passers-by.

Before the end of this paragraph, what I particularly want to say is that I most look forward to encountering a drizzle in Jiangnan, because Jiangnan will be more affectionate when it rains. Speaking of which, there was a light drizzle on the night we arrived in Suzhou. The next two days were cloudy. There was showers on the day of Jinji Lake. There was no rain on Pingjiang Road. The weather was quite comfortable, and the air was filled with warm humidity. It is a wonderful thing to take children to listen to Pingtan, eat some exquisite Suzhou delicacies, and taste a pot of jasmine tea. Coming to Suzhou to watch late spring is also a wonderful thing. Suzhou accounts for two of China's four famous gardens. This time, Humble Administrator's Garden took the children around, leaving behind the "Lingering Garden" where he told the love story. It's not too late for us to come back after he bumped into Suzhou gardens in his textbook.

[I don't know the true face of the lion, but I just want to be in this mountain]

Lion Forest is one of the four major gardens in Suzhou. This garden should basically be "Shizilin". The story behind it is related to the teacher? It is said that Zen Master Tian Ru obtained the Dharma at Lion Rock on Tianmu Mountain in Zhejiang, and in order to commemorate his mantle, he took the meaning of "Leo" in Buddhist scriptures. So let's not worry about whether we are teachers or lions. Lions have different repercussions in Buddhism. In addition, there are too many lions in this garden, and each of them is very powerful. Over time, it has become a "lion forest".

How many lions are there in the Lion Grove? I can't count it. Speaking of which, you take your children for a walk among these winding mountains, turning up and down, only to find that you are lost in it. You can't even care about how many lions there are, and in the end, you just think about how to get out. You have to marvel at the depth of the creator! Lion Grove rockery is one of the most classic Chinese classical gardens. The mountains here are the most tortuous and complex. Therefore, children will instantly fall in love with these stones when they come in. They prefer to walk around here, climb up and down, find an exit, and walk through a maze. Passers-by will also marvel at the shape of these Taihu rocks, whether they are ostentatious, mysterious, or what they look like?... The characteristics of these stones satisfy the child's curiosity and desire to conquer, so remember to leave this garden for at least three or four hours.

[You come from your hometown, and you should be responsible for your hometown]

The garden in Lion Grove we just saw was partially bought by a man named Bei many years later and turned it into his own house. Among the descendants of this family is a master figure we are familiar with. He is the famous architectural designer I.M. Pei. The place we are going to during this period is Lao Bei's last final work. The outside world affectionately calls "Suzhou Museum is his youngest daughter."

When we arrive in Suzhou, it seems unreasonable not to go to Subo for a walk. I stayed up until twelve o'clock in the morning for four hours before finally seizing the admission time to the Suzhou Museum on the afternoon of May 3. I originally thought there were many people and was fully mentally prepared. Only when I arrived here did I realize that there were not many people, just right.

Compared with Bei Lao's other masterpieces, the Suzhou Museum is really nothing, but Suzhou is his hometown, and he completed his last work in his hometown. What kind of heart would he have in mind to create it?

The Suzhou Museum is close to the Humble Administrator's Garden and includes the Zhongwang Palace of the Taiping Rebellion. The new museum combines the styles of Suzhou's traditional architecture and strives to be an extension of the Humble Administrator's Garden. The entire design demonstrates the style of a master. The designers I know have always pursued the refraction of light and shadow, and it is also evident in the "little daughter". Walking into the Suzhou Museum, you can not only feel the style and charm of Suzhou's traditional houses, but also see the designer's ingenuity from the fine carvings. My favorite is the roof of the exhibition hall. It is really unique to create three-dimensional geometry on white walls and black tiles. In addition, Lao Bei must strive for the scenery of Jiangnan water town. The whole garden is created in the middle of the museum, and the landscape paintings of Jiangnan water town can be enjoyed 360 degrees without dead corners from each window of the surrounding exhibition hall. Maybe I personally appreciate the overall building of Subo far more than the various displays inside. When visiting the exhibition at Subo, you can learn about Suzhou culture. You can choose to rent an interpreter while taking care of your children. Of course, if children are young, they must find a good entry point, otherwise they can and can only pretend they have been here and enjoyed it.

At the end of this paragraph, we should also mention the wisteria tree in Suboli. This was the wisteria tree that Wang Xianchen had to face when he built Humble Administrator's Garden (Woqiutang). Maybe wisteria can reflect the mood of the garden owner. The taste can only be understood carefully. Today, the wisteria tree grows intact in a corner of the Suzhou Museum, and it is still very strong and powerful, as if telling us: What is it that time takes away? And what will it leave to future generations?

[After the new rain across the lake, sit and watch the clouds disperse]

In most people's minds, Suzhou should be a small bridge and flowing water, with green trees, white walls and black tiles. It is either the ringing of the bell in "Hanshan Temple Outside Gusu City", or the beautiful feeling of the present in "Painting Boat Listening to the Rain to Sleep", or the catchy tunes in Kunqu Opera Pingtan, or it is entangled in your heart. A knot that will never be forgotten for a long time.

But when I came to Suzhou this time, at a certain moment, I was surprised where I was. And this moment happened on the shores of Jinji Lake! The construction of Suzhou New City seemed to make me think for a moment that I was in Shanghai. I actually don't like the hustle and bustle in the big city, but I am also willing to feel the enthusiasm that is developing right now. I took my children to play in Jinji Lake for a day and stayed for the night. At that time, I only wanted to go to Eslite Bookstore to check in, but I was shocked by the "little times" of Jinji Lake and the glance back.

We agreed to go to Eslite Bookstore, so we decided to go to Jinji Lake. Originally, I didn't expect much, but maybe it was good because it was so that I would be surprised by her beauty. I heard that it was better to go to Peach Blossom Island by boat around the lake, so I bought a ferry ticket. There was wind on the lake where they went, but because the weather was not good and the fog was relatively strong, nothing could be seen. As for the promised peach blossom exhibition on Peach Blossom Island, nothing was seen because the flowering period was over. Fortunately, there are also some games and delicious food. There was a burst of rain on the way back from Peach Blossom Island. After the shower, the scenery on the lake became much more beautiful. The landmark buildings of Suzhou New City were clearly visible from afar. They just woke up from the clouds and mist. You know the moment you realized the true face of Lushan Mountain. The heart moved.

Back at Moonlight Pier again, the sky was getting dark and there were lights littered. The colorful bird's nest by the lake in the distance is about to usher in the brightest moment of his day. I often hear people say that the most beautiful moment is when night falls in Suzhou. If you can feel it, it should be this moment. At the Moonlight Pier, the moonlight is like a woman's little thoughts. I wonder if you can read what you happen to encounter.

I am a bookstore fan, so when I come to Suzhou, Maokong wants to go, and Eslite must also come. Choose a quiet night, walk into the bookstore, soak in it for an hour or two, read the text, and calm the heart of the moment. There are many ways to make children fall in love with reading, one of which is more important. Your influence slowly reacts on him, and I think it is attracting you subtly. May you fall in love with reading, which means falling in love with yourself in the other world. In the end, I had to praise Eslite Bookstore. It was very shocking and worth a special visit.

There is also a saying in "Emotional Suzhou": At night in Suzhou, you can be elegant to the bone, or you can also be coquettish. What it looks like still needs to be interpreted by you for yourself.

Time to serve small dishes:

Humble Administrator's Garden: Located at No. 178 Northeast Street, Suzhou City. Ticket price: 90 yuan in peak season and 70 yuan in low season. According to the latest regulations, tickets to Humble Administrator's Garden require advance booking. The park has a one-day customized experience event for the owner. If you want to walk in early in the morning, whether you are bringing your loved one or your children, you need to book in advance. The recommended play time is 4-5 hours.

Lion Forest: Located at No. 23 Yuanlin Road, Gusu District, Suzhou City. Ticket price: 40 yuan in peak season and 30 yuan in off-season. According to the latest regulations, tickets to Humble Administrator's Garden require advance booking. The recommended play time is about 3 hours.

Suzhou Museum: Free, you must make an appointment in advance on the Suzhou Museum public account, and it will open at 12:00 a.m. one week in advance. Make an appointment the next week. Make an appointment early on holidays. Remember to register first. When the network goes down, it often takes an hour to swipe, and then you find that the amount is full. The holiday here is Monday.

Jinji Lake: Located in Suzhou Industrial Park, about half an hour's drive from Suzhou District. Ferry tickets need to be booked in advance to surround Jinji Lake and board the island, and the prices range from 40 to 80 yuan. Recommended to play for 1 day.

Tongli Ancient Town: Located in Wujiang District, Suzhou City, 35 kilometers away from Suzhou Railway Station and about 45-50 minutes 'drive. It is recommended to take a car directly to Tongli Ancient Town. There is no need for tickets to enter Tongli Ancient Town after 6 p.m., but tickets are required for daytime visits. Ticket price: 80 yuan. Recommended to play for 1-2 days.

Recommended hotel in Tongli, Suzhou: Tongli Huajiantang-Lizze Nvxue. In Tongli Ancient Town, the hotel service is particularly thoughtful, and there are people who pick up and drop off the ancient town.

Recommended hotels in Suzhou Gusu District: Suzhou Hermit Hotel (formerly Manxin Hotel). I remember that the hotel is right on Pingjiang Road and the location is very good. It is only a hundred steps from various attractions. You can listen to the opera directly on the second floor, the bar on the first floor is great, and the best one is the Peach Blossom Garden, which is only a few steps away.

I don't want to talk about Suzhou's recommended delicacies, because there are so many delicious foods, and the people here live so exquisitely. I don't think there is much reason to fall in love with this place. Wait until you discover it.

Suzhou, for you, I love another person. Goodbye.