Suzhou No. 1 Silk Factory, Suzhou

Suzhou No. 1 Silk Factory, located in south Suzhou, is an important manufacturer of the local silk industry and has a very solid reputation. The store provides a wide range of silk fabrics, traditional clothes as well as other items of interest. Visitors can also learn about how the production of silk works.

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Sight Name: Suzhou No. 1 Silk Factory
Sight Location: Suzhou, China (See walking tours in Suzhou)
Sight Type: Shopping

Walking Tours in Suzhou, China

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Suzhou Introduction Walking Tour

"Above there is heaven; below there is Suzhou (and Hangzhou)." Often spoken of in conjunction with Hangzhou, another picturesque city in China, Suzhou is located in the eastern part of the country and is colloquially referred to as the "Water Town of the East," renowned for its waterways and classical gardens, together creating an idyllic setting.

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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.6 Km or 2.9 Miles

Central Suzhou

Downtown Suzhou is a mix of modern business hub and historic area where time seems to have frozen. Among the attractions worth visiting here are The Suzhou Police Museum, Dinghui Temple, Twin Pagodas, Xuanmiao Temple, and lively Guan Qian Street, all located within a walking distance from each other in the heart of the city.

Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 6.0 Km or 3.7 Miles