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Suzhou haven of heritage
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SUZHOU: Suzhou, an ancient city in East China's Jiangsu Province,
has again attracted world attention, having been chosen as the host
city for the 28th session of the World Heritage Committee, which will
be held from June 28 to July 7.
Popularly referred to as a "paradise on earth" in ancient times,
Suzhou is most famous for its classic gardens. Nine gardens in Suzhou
are included on UNESCO's World Cultural Heritage List. And Suzhou's
Kunqu Opera was also classed as a "Masterpiece of Oral and
Intangible Cultural Heritage" by UNESCO in 2001.
But Suzhou has much more to offer than its ...
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