Shantang Street (Qili Shantang Street)
Qilishan Hall was built by Bai Juyi, a great poet in Tang Dynasty, when he was appointed as the secretariat of Suzhou. It has a history of 1000 years. It was once one of the most developed commercial and cultural blocks in China during the Ming and Qing Dynasties, and was known as "the first ancient street in China", "the epitome of old Suzhou and the window of Wu culture". A folk song sings: "There is heaven on earth and Suzhou and Hangzhou on earth. Hangzhou has West Lake, and Suzhou has mountain ponds. Two good places, unlimited scenery. "
Admission: free.
Opening hours: open all day throughout the year.
Address: No.0/77, Shantang Street, gusu district, Suzhou, Jiangsu.
Transportation:
Subway: Take Suzhou Rail Transit Line 2 to Shantang Street Station and walk for two minutes from Exit 3.
Bus:
① Take Suzhou Bus No.406, No.3 1 7, No.529, No.44, No.64,1and No.304 to Shantang Street Station, and walk about 500 meters north along Guangji Road.
② Take bus No.2 and 146 in Suzhou, get off at the first and last station of Huqiu and walk there.
The best time to visit: 5 pm to 8 pm.
? Travel tips
Ancient buildings along the street. Most of the ancient buildings on both sides of Shantang Street are buildings in the late Qing Dynasty and the Republic of China. They are buildings composed of several buildings, some vertical and some horizontal.
The ancient bridge over the Shantang River. Evening arrival, red lanterns on both sides? Light up, reflected in the river, unspeakable beauty? You can also choose to enjoy the scenery on both sides of the strait by boat.
Suzhou Chamber of Commerce Museum: The standard Jiangnan residential building, after years of precipitation, has a unique flavor.
? Food recommendation
Unknown stinky tofu
Price:? 10
If you cross the stone road, are you entering? There is an alley next to the main street, where my aunt sells stinky tofu well?
Xiehuang baozi stuffed with juicy pork
Price:? 25
To be honest, it's a little expensive? But it tastes okay after eating it several times. Crab dumplings are actually a specialty of Jingjiang ~
Red bean paste jiaozi
This is a special snack in Suzhou. Do you like sweets? Don't miss it.
? Recommended reason
Qili Mountain Hall, with a history of 1, has a history of more than 200 years and is a must-see for Suzhou tourism. The buildings on both sides of the strait take you back to the south of the Yangtze River, with small bridges and flowing water, white tiles and cruise ships weaving. At dusk, the clouds in the sky are red, and the red lanterns on both sides are lit. In the night, you can meet the Jiangnan water town by boat, as if you were traveling in the pictorial world and met the most beautiful Jiangnan water town ~
Best shooting position
1, Baigong Temple
The waters here are open and belong to the intersection of Shantang River and Waicheng River. It is also the ancestral temple to commemorate Bai Juyi.
2. Nagato
Nagato is the most prosperous area in ancient Gusu City, and it is a second-class rich and romantic place. The gate here is the most magnificent and the photos are good.
3. Ancient stage
Sitting on the stage facing south, the roof of the god towering into the sky. On weekends and holidays, various cultural programs will be staged on the stage.
4. Xinmin Bridge
This is the best photo location in Qilishantang. Standing on the bridge, the people in the water towns with white walls and Daiwa lined up along the river, the cruise ships were buzzing, and the lights at night complemented the calm river. There are many people here. Remember to take a photo in advance.
5. Outer City River Arch Bridge
There is a three-hole arch bridge near the Outer City River. Standing at the bridge, you can see Qili Mountain Pond from a height. Overlooking the whole Soviet-style residential building, you can feel the real pillow river family.