The Most Beautiful Scroll of Late Autumn in Jiangnan

🏯 A Must-Visit in Suzhou｜Zhuozheng Garden Autumn Special! Encounter the Stunning Pairing of Red Leaves and Ancient Architecture

🍂 A must-check-in "King of Jiangnan Gardens" in Suzhou! A 500-year-old wealthy family’s backyard, every frame is like an ink painting!

📍 Address: No. 178 Dongbei Street, Gusu District, Suzhou
⏰ 10.26-10.31｜07:30-17:30 (Last entry at 16:30)
🎫 Ticket: 70 RMB (Half price for students)

✨ Walking Route
1️⃣ Xiangzhou Painted Boat ➡️ Yuanxiang Hall
Xiangzhou Painted Boat: A solid wood boat pavilion built by the water, wearing Hanfu and standing on the deck to shoot reflections is amazing!
Yuanxiang Hall: The main hall in the center! Look through the carved windows to see the pond full of withered lotus, even more poetic on rainy days [ThumbsUp][ThumbsUp][ThumbsUp]

2️⃣ Jianshan Tower ➡️ Xiaofeihong Bridge
Jianshan Tower: Open the window on the second floor to see red leaves! The study room Qianlong Emperor loved most during his southern tour
Xiaofeihong Bridge: The vermilion corridor bridge is super photogenic! It’s recommended to have the photographer stand on the opposite curved bridge to shoot [CheerUp][CheerUp]

📸 Two Top Photo Spots
"Wuzhu Youju Pavilion": White walls and round door frame the full garden autumn colors, best light and shadow at 3 PM
"Reflection Tower": The pond is like a mirror! For shooting architecture + red leaf reflections, remember to crouch low [Victory][Victory][Victory]

🍜 Tips for Visiting and Eating
- There is no restaurant inside the garden; at the exit, "Gusu Renjia" offers authentic Squirrel Mandarin Fish (3-minute walk)
- Bring your own ancient-style fan or oil-paper umbrella for better photos (can rent at the entrance shop for 20 RMB)

⚠️ Avoid Pitfalls Guide
Maple leaves are redder after November! But opening hours will be shortened (07:30-17:00)
Bring cash!! Some corners have poor signal and lose connection...