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At long last, the Suzhou metro Line 1 has finally opened. After enduring over four years of construction, residents and visitors can enjoy the low cost and convenience of underground travel. Here is a brief overview of what works, what doesn’t, and where stations take you. Read more>>
Latvian-born cellist Mischa Maisky is set to perform at the Cultural Arts Centre in Suzhou on May 30. Mischa Maisky began his studies at the Moscow Conservatory with the great Rostropovich. He later moved to Israel and studied with another world famous cellist, Gregor Piatigorsky – becoming the only student to have ever studied both with Rostropovich and Piatigorsky. He has since established himself as one of the world’s greatest cellists in his own right, and has achieved critical... Read more>>
Suzhou was established as a city in 514 BC by King Helu of Wu, who named it "The Great City of Helu". The city began to prosper during the Sui Dynasty as a result of the construction of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, and it was renamed Suzhou in 589 AD. It has been an important center for the silk trade since the Song Dynasty , and continues to hold a prominent position in this industry today. The city was well documented in the...Read more>>
Suzhou is one of the most popular tourist destinations in China, and it is easily accessible by road, rail, air and sea, though most travelers to Suzhou stick to the first two. The highway network surrounding the city is extensive and well developed, and while the local airport is small and serves only local routes, there is a direct two-hour shuttle from Suzhou to Shanghai's nearby Hongqiao International Airport. Suzhou is an important train...Read more>>
