Night Tour of Suzhou Museum's Light and Shadow Poetry

Suzhou Museum｜I.M. Pei's final masterpiece, a garden poem transcending time and space

White walls as paper, stones as paintings, this museum itself is a work of art

"This is truly the most beautiful museum I've ever visited!" This is the heartfelt praise from countless visitors after entering Suzhou Museum. As a gift from architect I.M. Pei to his hometown, Suzhou Museum perfectly integrates the water charm of Jiangnan, Suzhou-style gardens, ancient architectural styles, and modern design, even allowing the building's own radiance to surpass the precious collections inside.

The Architect's Jiangnan Dream

At the age of 85, Mr. I.M. Pei designed this art palace for Suzhou. He spent his childhood in the Lion Grove Garden (the famous Pei family garden), and the concept of harmonious coexistence between humans and nature in Suzhou-style gardens deeply influenced his creation.

Major representative works:

· Louvre Pyramid Expansion, Paris
· Bank of China Tower, Hong Kong
· Miho Museum, Japan
· Suzhou Museum

Suzhou Museum is not only I.M. Pei's affectionate gift to his hometown but also a model of presenting Chinese architectural forms to the world through innovative methods.

Visitor Information

Visiting the museum:

· Book your entry time in advance through the official app
· Admission to the museum is free
· It is recommended to rent an audio guide to gain deeper insights into the history and collections

Four Treasures of the Museum

1️⃣ Five Dynasties Secret Color Porcelain Lotus Bowl
Priceless secret color porcelain, glaze like clear ripples on a lake, elegant and dignified shape

2️⃣ Song Dynasty Pearl Relic Precious Banner
Exquisite craftsmanship, splendid decoration, showcasing the pinnacle of Song Dynasty artistry

3️⃣ Painted Wooden Inner Box of the Four Heavenly Kings from Ginkgo Wood
Well-preserved painted wooden box, lifelike images of the Four Heavenly Kings

4️⃣ Sword of King Yu of Wu
The diamond-patterned decoration on the sword blade remains undeciphered, witnessing the superb ancient sword-making technology

Highlights of the Visit

The most touching aspect of Suzhou Museum is that it is not just a space for displaying artifacts but a complete work of art. The light and shadow design pours into the exhibition halls at specific times, intertwining with the architectural lines to create a dreamlike effect; the water features reflect the white walls and black tiles, creating the feeling of "walking inside a painting."

It is recommended to set aside at least half a day to savor this breathing museum and experience the architectural poem that perfectly blends tradition and modernity.