Suzhou is a city that boasts of having one of the most beautiful landscapes and sceneries in China. Located in Jiangsu province in southeast China, the prosperity of the city largely depends on the well known Grand Canal. This has been of significant help to the city’s illustrious culture and most travelers refer to it as ‘Heaven on Earth’. As far as history goes, the city traces its roots in 541 BC when it was built by King of Wu; He Lv. Spanning 2500 years, the city was the origin of Wu heritage and culture. Today, the city bustles with numerous historical buildings and cultural remnants.
![](https://www.tourist-destinations.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Suzhou-Venice-of-China-HERO-MarinaD_37-e1559756816408.jpg)
![](https://www.tourist-destinations.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/ed5e7d95494c9904687ae43efd6a1b3b.jpg)
![](https://www.tourist-destinations.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/57.jpg)
![](https://www.tourist-destinations.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Things-to-do-in-Suzhou-China.jpg)