Art Garden, A small garden that embodies the essence of Suzhou gardens.

5 Wenyuan Lane, Gusu District, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province (near Wuqufang)

A small garden that embodies the essence of Suzhou gardens.

Introduction

The garden covers an area of about 5 acres and still retains the old appearance of the late Ming and early Qing dynasties. The garden has a narrow rectangular layout, with the courtyard at the northernmost part consisting of the main hall, Boya Hall, and water trees. A central water pond, covering approximately 1 acre, serves as the focal point of the entire garden. There are two water bays in the southeast and southwest, each with a flat stone bridge. Except for the embankment at the water pavilion in the north, the other pond banks have natural and winding shapes. Following the garden design techniques of Wangshi Garden, low and small buildings such as thatched cottages and fishing sheds are placed near the shores to create a sense of openness on the water surface. To the south of the pond, there is a rockery screen with a bridge pavilion on top. In the southwest of the pond, there is a small courtyard with a meandering water feature, creating a serene and elegant atmosphere. The water pavilion in the north of the pond has a width of 5 rooms, with additional buildings such as pavilions and corridors on both sides. These structures occupy the entire northern facade, which is unique to Suzhou gardens.

Address

5 Wenyuan Lane, Gusu District, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province (near Wuqufang)

Opening hours

07:30-17:30 (all day)
Last entry time: 17:00 (Monday-Sunday, March 1-October 31) 07:30-17:00 (all day)
Last entry time: 16:30 (Monday-Sunday, November 1-next year's February 28)

Transportation

Take bus No. 31/501/54/54 during rush hour and get off at Changmen Hengjie(bus stop), then walk to the destination.

Phone 0512-67271614