Suzhou Humble Administrator's Garden | The pinnacle of gardens.

|The pinnacle of gardens. Suzhou is a "water town" and a "garden city," with the Humble Administrator's Garden being the most famous of all Suzhou gardens. The Humble Administrator's Garden has a history of over 500 years, built during the Zhengde period of the Ming Dynasty by Wang Xianchen, a censor who resigned from office to live in seclusion. Wang Xianchen lamented the busyness of politics, hence the name "Humble Administrator," symbolizing a return to pastoral life and an escape from the hustle and bustle. 🏯 The Humble Administrator's Garden covers an area of 78 acres and is divided into east, middle, and west gardens. The east garden is the largest, with a sparse and open layout, embodying a pastoral retreat. The middle garden features pavilions, towers, and natural scenery, representing the essence of the entire garden. The west garden is compact, with exquisite architecture, showcasing the ancient people's elegant lifestyle. East: Features distant hills, pine forests, lawns, and winding streams, with a bright and open atmosphere. Middle: The essence of the Humble Administrator's Garden, with water covering 1/3 of the area, featuring wide pools and lush trees, with natural scenery. Buildings of various shapes and heights are arranged along the water, with a clear hierarchy. West: The pool is L-shaped, with pavilions and galleries, reflecting water waves, with luxurious and exquisite decorations. The main building is the Thirty-Six Mandarin Duck Hall near the residential side. 📍Address: No. 178, Northeast Street, Gusu District, Suzhou 🎫Tickets: Off-season CNY 70/person, peak season CNY 90/person ⏳Opening hours: 7:30–17:30 🚌Bus: Accessible by Tour 1, Tour 2, and Tour 5 🚇Subway: Get off at Beisita Station on Line 4