The Art of Suzhou Classical Gardens

Author: Shao Zhong
Language: Chinese and English bilingual
ISBN/ISSN: 7503825049
Published on: 2000-01
Hardcover

【Introduction】

Suzhou, well known for its scenic and tourist attraction, is a Chinese city of historical renown. The classical gardens, elected as one of the best scenic spots in China, are a dazzling gem in the treasure-trove of the city’s historical and cultural heritage. The Suzhou classical gardens enjoy a world wide reputation for its great number, highly polished artistry, long history, diverse forms, and exquisite workmanship of landscaping.
This book is intended to provide a historical and truthful account of the outlook and traditional techniques of the Suzhou classical gardens on the basis of facts gathered from the twelve types of residential garden now open to the public.