Notice that Suzhou Qilishantang Scenic Area was closed on February, 2022 14 due to epidemic situation.

The recent epidemic situation is severe. In order to prevent and control the epidemic situation, Suzhou Qilishantang Scenic Area will be closed to the public from 0: 00 on February 14, 2022 according to the requirements of the COVID-19 Epidemic Prevention and Control Headquarters. Details of the specific announcement are as follows.

Notice on the suspension of the opening of Qilishantang Scenic Area Dear citizens, tourists and friends,

Due to the need of epidemic prevention and control, according to the requirements of COVID-19 epidemic prevention and control headquarters, Qilishantang Scenic Area will be closed to the public from 0: 00 today (February 14, 2022), and the specific opening and recovery time will be announced separately.

We apologize for the inconvenience caused. Visitors who have already purchased tickets for scenic spots can apply for refund through the original ticket purchase channels. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

If you have any questions, please contact the Tourist Service Center of Qilishantang Scenic Area.

Tel: 05 12-653 14467

Qilishantang scenic spot

February 2022 14

Introduction to Qilishantang Scenic Area Shantang Street has been called "the first street in Gusu" since ancient times. During the reign of Renwu (1762), Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty traveled south of the Yangtze River and went to Qili Mountain Hall to write "Winning in the Mountain Pond". Today, the shantang Qiusheng Pavilion is still well preserved. Emperor Qianlong has a special liking for Qili Mountain Pond. After returning to Beijing, he built Suzhou Street in the back lake of the Summer Palace, modeled on Qili Mountain Pond.

Qilishantang is an ancient gold dust land and downtown area in Suzhou (similar to Confucius Temple in Nanjing) and a new scenic spot for development.

Although the prosperity of the past is difficult to replicate, through the efforts of the government, a small river, several crescent-shaped stone bridges and ancient houses with white walls and gray tiles on both sides have finally been restored. It was evening when we arrived, and red lanterns were hung in turn in the houses by the river. The red light and the figure of the arch bridge are reflected in the river, rippling gently, which makes people sigh: this is Suzhou.