Retreat Garden, a hidden gem among Suzhou gardens, is a world of its own!

The fantasy of Suzhou gardens: In Suzhou, the Humble Administrator's Garden, Lion Grove Garden, and Lingering Garden each have their own unique charm, but Retreat Garden, a World Cultural Heritage site with over 130 years of history, fulfills all my fantasies of Suzhou gardens with its simplicity, spaciousness, elegance, and natural beauty. 🚶 Transportation Guide: From Tongli Station on Line 4, take the Wujiang Intelligent Rail T1 Demonstration Line or Bus 725 to reach Tongli Ancient Town and explore the tranquil beauty of Retreat Garden. 🎫 Ticket Information: 100 yuan, with an 80 yuan discount if booked one day in advance, allowing you to easily tour all the attractions within Tongli Ancient Town. 🏮 The Story of Retreat Garden: The name "Retreat" is derived from the "Zuo Zhuan". The garden's owner, Lan Sheng, a late Qing Dynasty official, retired here after being impeached and built this garden. The garden features pavilions, terraces, corridors, and halls, all arranged horizontally from west to east. 🔍 Practical Information: The residential area's calligraphy and stone inscriptions, the scene experience area's central hall, tea charm, qin playing, and chess playing, allow you to experience ancient life. The second floor of the Moon Viewing Tower offers the best view of the garden. The garden area's rockeries, buildings, and flowers surround the koi pond, with the Retreat Grass Hall at the center, the best spot for photographing the Moon Viewing Tower and the stone boat.