Jiangnan. Masterpieces of Changshu Garden Landscape

Author: Changshu City Bureau of Landscape Architecture and Tourism Administration
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Features: Changshu is a renowned scenic spot in Jiangnan, where the scenic area is dotted with historical landmarks and the Yushan Mountain and Shanghu Lake complement each other, forming a unique landscape of mountains and waters. The southern slope of Yushan Mountain is short and steep, with perilous cliffs and strange rocks standing tall; the northern slope is long and gentle, dotted with streams and springs. In front of the mountain, emerald waters surround it, lakes like mirrors, mist and waves rising and falling, with the mountain's hues intertwined with the shadows of towers. The mountain is home to a forest park with ancient and famous trees, where birds chirp among the green mountains and clear waters, captivating visitors. It includes the Reading Platform of Emperor Xiaoming of the Liang Dynasty, the Tomb of Zhongyong of the Shang Dynasty, the Tomb of Yanzi of the Spring and Autumn Period, and the tombs of famous figures from the Tang to the Republic of China periods. There are also the Xinfeng Pavilion of the Song Dynasty and the Western Campus, where Zhang Shicheng reviewed his troops at the end of the Yuan Dynasty. Jiangnan · Changshu Garden Landscape Masterpieces categorically introduces the development and achievements of Changshu's landscape gardening in urban gardens, urban green spaces, residential greenery, scenic areas and ecological wetlands, as well as green spaces. It showcases both the inheritance and protection of historical landmarks and scientific planning and development, fully demonstrating the harmonious development of Changshu's gardens.