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Suzhou, Prefecture-level city in Jiangsu, China

Suzhou extends across a network of canals, waterways, and lakes, with numerous stone bridges connecting its districts along the Grand Canal system.

The city originated in 514 BCE as the capital of the Wu Kingdom and developed into a major trade center after the Grand Canal construction.

The classical gardens of Suzhou represent Chinese garden design principles through carefully arranged rocks, water features, pavilions, and architectural elements.

The Suzhou metro system connects with Shanghai through multiple lines, providing transportation between main districts and neighboring metropolitan areas.

The city maintains over 150 private gardens from the 11th to 19th centuries, with nine of them designated as UNESCO World Heritage sites.

Location: Jiangsu

Elevation above the sea: 5 m

Part of: Jiangsu

Shares border with: Shanghai, Wuxi, Changzhou, Nantong, Taizhou, Jiaxing, Huzhou

Address: Suzhou, Jiangsu, China 215000 Suzhou

Website: http://suzhou.gov.cn

GPS coordinates: 31.30000,120.61944

Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:10

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