Pingjiang Lodge, Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China

Pingjiang Lodge is one of the culture hotels of Silk Road Hotel Management Co Ltd. The hotel is converted from ancient complex of houses in Si-jin style (literally means "four times of entry") in Suzhou, a traditional Chinese architecture that contains different compounds of courtyards and rooms to form a main axle. It was once the Residence of the Fang Family in the Ming Dynasty. Constructed in the old Suzhou style in the middle era of the Ming Dynasty, the Main Hall of Pingjiang Lodge has a history of more than 450 years and it is the oldest part of the complex. The gold-gilded pattern on the rooftop can still be barely seen. Here, you can experience yourself up close to the "Xiao Qiao, Lou Shui, Ren Jia" (literally means "small bridges, flowing waters, residences"), a typical description of the landscape and classical aura of Suzhou.

Getting into the Pingjiang Lodge is just like traveling back in time. When you stroll down, you will find pieces of relics dating back to the Ming Dynasty (1368 -- 1644), Qing Dynasty (1644 -- 1911), and also the Cultural Revolution (1966 -- 1976). The traditional ambience also allows you to experience the Chinese culture to its fullest. Take your time to play the stone piano (Qin), Chinese Chess and Checker (Qi), as well as Chinese Brushes and Black Ink Bar for calligraphy (Shu) and painting (Hua) at the lobby lounge where local tea is served.

Pingjiang Lodge is conveniently located and it allows easy access to different sightseeing spots such as classical gardens and former residences of ancient celebrities. To the east are the old houses of Suzhou residents; to the south is one of the UNESCO Heritage Sites -- Master-of-Nets Garden; to the west is the famous Guan Qian Street; and to the North is another UNESCO Heritage Site -- the Humble Administrator's Garden. It takes only a few minutes' walk to the Kunqu Museum and Pingtan Museum from the hotel.

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