Classic Gardens in Suzhou

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Title

Classic Gardens in Suzhou

Description

The Suzhou Classical Gardens are a series of meticulously designed gardens dating back to the 11th century, showcasing the traditional Chinese art of garden design. These gardens are renowned for their harmonious blend of natural elements, architecture, and poetic symbolism, reflecting the philosophical principles of Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism. Each garden within the Suzhou complex, such as the Humble Administrator's Garden and the Lingering Garden, offers a unique interpretation of classical Chinese landscape aesthetics, featuring pavilions, bridges, rockeries, and water features that evoke a sense of serenity and tranquility.

Source

is51102024

Contributor

Xinru

Type

Site

Identifier

1147

Date Submitted

07/05/2024

Extent

cm x cm x cm

Spatial Coverage

current,31.2989° N,120.5853° E;

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Europeana Data Provider

Classic Gardens in Suzhou

Europeana Type

TEXT

Site Item Type Metadata

Institutional nature

Building

Status

public

Condition

1

Contact

xw77@st-andrews.ac.uk

Citation

“Classic Gardens in Suzhou,” STAGE, accessed December 13, 2025, https://stage.openvirtualworlds.org/omeka/items/show/2638.

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