As the saying goes, “The Pingjiang Roadway represents half of Gusu.” Pingjiang Historic and Cultural Block平江历史街区 preserves much of its original beauty and also has come to be the signature of the old town area of Suzhou. There are not just delightful pingtan efficiencies and also scrumptious regional food, yet additionally a myriad of less-crowded little alleys as well as lanes. Now comply with iSuzhou and learn novel methods to check out Pingjiang Roadway.
Guide: Ivan
Nationality: Russia
Year in Suzhou: First time in Suzhou
Route
Suzhou Pingtan Museum of China
Suzhou Pingtan is a basic term that represents pinghua (storytelling without songs) as well as tanci (singing in the neighborhood language). The Suzhou Pingtan Museum of China中国苏州评弹博物馆 was formerly referred to as the Shen’s home in the late Qing Dynasty and also early Republic of China. The museum occupies 839 square meters and also boasts assorted antiques as well as historical materials. It is an art museum focusing on pingtan, integrating the features of conservation, collection, presentation, inheritance, study, and advancement.
I like this museum. I have actually located in the museum that pingtan was when done in Russia, and that is quite fantastic.
Ligeng Hall
As the major hall of Frying pan’s residence, the Ligeng Hall礼耕堂 is just one of minority structures integrated in the very early Qing empire in the city. In the front of the hall are 14 standard Chinese windows. The hall’s roof covering is elegant as well as fragile. There are eight well-persevered gates with brick-carved roof coverings inside the hall, showcasing the excellent skill of typical hand-crafted brick carving in Suzhou. Nowadays, Pan’s residence has actually advanced into the Suzhou Urban Building Gallery, among minority museums themed on city building and construction in the nation.
I enjoy all the places, but the Ligeng Hall is quite impressive, and I love it. I like the golden handrail. It looks ancient and rich.
Xuegao Bridge
On one side of the bridge雪糕桥 is a bench with a back extending external like a goose neck, which is generally seen in Suzhou classic gardens. Behind the bridge is a touching tale. In ancient times, a filial son named Zhang Ming accumulated snow for his mommy to bring down her fever. The bridge is constructed in honor of him.
The bridge adds to the elegance of Pingjiang Roadway. There are numerous green trees and plants, and I like this setting. You can also see lots of people wearing Han garments straying on the street, which’s charming.
Fengchiyuan
Fengchiyuan is presently called the Suzhou Zhuangyuan Museum苏州状元博物馆. By telling the stories of zhuangyuan, the champion in an imperial evaluation for selecting authorities, in the background of Suzhou, the museum passes on superior typical cultural spirit including advocating literacy, valuing education, cultivating oneself, and also serving the nation to the generations of pupils in the city.
It is a great chance for me to learn more about the Chinese word ‘zhuangyuan’, which indicates the No. 1 scholar in the royal test. Suzhou is understood for its stunning landscape, rich cultural heritage, and talented people.
Sum-up
I like Pingjiang Road. It is aesthetic. It is my very first time in Suzhou, yet I’ve ended up being keen on the city for its two sides: it has old buildings and also contemporary ones like Suzhou Facility.