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 A city of eastern China west-northwest of Shanghai. Probably founded before the fifth century B.C., the old walled city was noted for its pagodas and silk manufacturing. Population, 695,500.

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Humble Administrator Garden
is one of the four most famous gardens of China, it is well known for its waterside pavilions and towers.

Linger In Garden ( Liuyuan) is also one of the four most famous gardens of China, it is well known for its compact layout and exquisite design.

Institute of Embroidery:
The institute conducts research in Suzhou embroidery, where many of the gifts presented by state leaders to distinguished foreign guests come from.

 

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