Day Trip to Suzhou

This past Saturday, we headed to Suzhou for the day. After a rude awakening and having to be on the bus at 9AM, (Yes, we consider that pretty early), we found ourselves at a 3D printing factory. We were asked not to take photos, so unfortunately, I don’t have any from our first stop. Then, we ate lunch in the same complex as the silk factory. Silk is a huge part of the culture in Suzhou. We learned more about how silk cocoons are used to create the softest cloth materials. After the tour, we headed to the Lion Grove Garden. Outside the garden were small shops. Some of us did some great bartering and bought some really cool souvenirs. Inside the garden, we walked around for about half and hour and got lost in a small rock mountain maze. It’s was impossibly amazing to have something so grand built in this garden. I definitely recommend you read more about this garden! Here’s a start: http://www.travelchinaguide.com/attraction/jiangsu/suzhou/lion_grove.htm

Lastly, I also wanted to mention those who are in Kunming right now. We are thinking about y’all and hope that everyone’s safe. We know it’s a difficult time for y’all. Just know that we’re thinking of you. From: IES Shanghai Students