Couple's Retreat Garden, Classical garden in Pingjiang Street, Suzhou, China.
The Couple's Retreat Garden features multiple interconnected ponds, stone bridges, traditional pavilions, and carefully arranged rock formations throughout its grounds.
Created during the Yuan Dynasty between 1271 and 1368, this garden represents the refined architectural principles and design elements of classical Suzhou gardens.
The garden exemplifies traditional Chinese philosophies through its layout, incorporating the principles of balance between water, rocks, plants, and architectural structures.
Visitors can reach the garden through the Pingjiang Street entrance, with admission tickets available at the main gate from morning until evening hours.
Multiple secluded alcoves within the garden contain carved stone tablets displaying poetry that narrates stories from different historical periods.
Location: 平江街道
GPS coordinates: 31.31836,120.63410
Latest update: March 9, 2025 00:40
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