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Gelato is important during the hot summer season days, specifically when you are outside. When seeing beautiful spots in Suzhou, have you located special gelato bars specifically readily available at these locations? Such offerings, shaped like neighborhood spots or historic treasures, have gone viral and brought in numerous visitors to have a preference. Suzhou Museum The ice cream bar of…

July ushers in the height of summer in Suzhou. Despite the hot weather, there are still many things to do in the city. Appreciating Flowers Amongst the blooming blossoms throughout Suzhou, lotus blossoms are the most representative ones. You can find them at classic gardens, marsh parks as well as on lakes. Click here to check out best places in the city to appreciate lotus flowers. At the…

The Suzhou Meteorological Bureau issued a yellow alert for heat waves at 8:17 a.m. today, warning that most parts of the city will see a rise in temperature, with highs peaking at 37 degrees Celsius over the next three days. Please stay cool to beat the heat.Besides, the bureau issued an orange alert for high temperatures at 10:15 a.m. today, predicting today’s highest temperature in most parts…

The 24-day plum rainfall period has actually come to an end and also Suzhou gets in Sanfu, the Chinese pet dog days of summer season, today. This year’s Sanfu will last for 40 days for the 9th consecutive year given that 2015. What to take note of during Sanfu? Utilize the electric fans and also air-conditioners correctly, stay clear of direct blowing of chilly air, and also take notice of the…

Juicy, sweet Cuiguan pears to hit marke

Cuiguan pears, nicknamed “snow in June” for their white flesh, thin skin, tiny pits, and sweet and juicy taste, are about to hit the shelves. Snow in June–Cuiguan Pears The pear trees in the orchards in Suzhou’s Shushan Village are heavily laden with fruit now.These juicy, sweet pears are expected to be available from July 22 to August 15 this year. Due to rain showers in the pollination…

Local foods for summer to help you beat heat

Suzhou people are particularly fond of seasonal food, and with the arrival of summer, various delicacies have hit the market. Here’s a list of local must-try foods to help you beat the summer heat. Zaowei Zaowei (marinated food) goes well with wine, thus making it very popular among the locals in the summertime. The secret of zaowei lies in the brine made with grains and special…

Time to savor Shushan red bayberries

The fresh Shushan red bayberries are expected to appear on the market around June 10 and become widely available from June 13. Shushan Village has been planting this tasty fruit for more than 400 years. Thanks to the unique climate, the red bayberries grown in this area are noted for their rich juice, small pit and moderate sour-sweet taste, and were once tributes to the emperor in ancient…

Where to go walking: Qizi Mountain

A new treking path in Suzhou has actually just recently opened to the general public. Choose a bright, great day and also while away the time walking in the lovely location. Qizi Hill, which actually equates as “Seven-son Hill”, obtained its name from the seven interment mounds on its top. The 294.6-meter-high hill is covered in lush environment-friendly plant life and also honored with…