Ouyuan Garden is regarded as one of the most classical gardens in Suzhou. And in 2000, the garden was listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage site.

Surrounded on three sides by the Grand Canal, the garden has piers close to the front and back entrances. The housing complex is located in the middle and flanked by the East and West Garden. The complex consists of four buildings in succession. In the Garden, everything comes in pairs depicting the couples love for each other.

The East Garden contains a dominant mountain rising from a pond. The pavilions, terraces and towers are built upon the mountain. The Thatched Cottage at the City Corner is one of the gardens largest structures and is made up of a group of double-roofed and multi-storied buildings. The buildings are facing a natural looking and realistic yellowstone mountain.

And the West Garden consists of studies, pavilions and garden courts. Inside the garden limestone mountains, caves, and an interesting undulating wall enclose and divide up the space. To the north of the mountains is the Old House with Woven Curtains. It features a tower used as a library, and a large assortment of rocks, trees and flowers decorating the front.

We loved this place, with so much greenery along the canal and was peaceful and one could enjoy the tranquility and calmness of the place. Somehow we felt time has stopped and we have moved back to the ancient time from the houses, decors and curated arts and statues. Very much worthwhile to visit!