"If you say that spring is not late, I will arrive in Zhengangnan."
The weather is getting warmer, and the smell of spring is already on your face. There is always a magic in the season of revival, a magic that makes people want to immerse themselves in natural healing, enjoy this delicious green meal, and feel the vigorous hope and vitality.
So, of course, go out, go, go to spring!
Regarding the destination of spring, the most imaginary thing is the smoke and rain in Jiangnan, otherwise how many people go to Jiangnan every spring.
Liu Meihan recently went to Suzhou and took advantage of the first spring breath to arrange a travel plan for herself early. Looking at the beautiful photos she posted, Ben CO was moved.
The dark green pullover sweatshirt is the same color as a pool of clear water behind her, and the loose silhouette sets off the languid atmosphere, and the sun shines obliquely on the body and drips on the hair, which is a glowing "god girl", and the mood is also relaxed.
Liu Meihan has the intimacy of Xiaojia Biyu, and the picture in the poem has emerged: "The water beautiful mountain has clear eyebrows and long eyebrows, and the return is idle and leaning on the small pavilion window", and the spring in Jiangnan could not be more apt to describe with a soft poem.
The small bridge flows water, the rocking boat passes in front of it, the water surface is rippling with clouds and black tile white walls, I like this slow Jiangnan town. If you haven't decided where to go at the first stop of your spring trip, it's better to follow Liu Meihan to Pingjiang Road first!
During the Song Dynasty, Suzhou was called "Pingjiang", and Pingjiang Road was named here. As a historical old street in Suzhou, Pingjiang Road Historic District is also the most well-preserved area of Suzhou's ancient city, rising from the river, most of the side alleys are historic alleys, and the river streets are adjacent to each other, full of pure and simple life.
How to play in Pingjiang Road? Let the boatlady who swayed and paddled take you to a leisurely stroll on the water river and feel the artistic conception of the water town up close. The oars swayed leisurely under the hands of the boat lady, the blue waves rippled from the south up, the street scene slowly receding, the boat lady would also hum a Su-style ditty, listen to the soft whispers of Wu Nong, jump out of the real world in a trance, and come to the poet's Gusu City.
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You can also go deep into the streets and alleys on both sides of Pingjiang Road, first come to the teahouse to sit down, and listen to the most authentic Suzhou commentary. Teacher Wu Liangying's "Slow Sound" is definitely not to be missed, it is worthy of being the original sound teacher of "Jinling Thirteen", and it is sound in the ears as soon as he opens his mouth.
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There are many local characteristic shops on the main street, and there are 80- and 90-year-old teachers who write calligraphy and hand-painted Chinese painting, all of which are ink-colored Jiangnan. There is also a calligraphy and painting studio that can customize bookmarks, and 84-year-old Grandpa Xia will draw unique bookmarks based on everyone's name and blessings, which is very commemorative and a gift to friends.
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There are many cafes along the street, one is called [I haven't thought of a name yet], just listening to the name is very Buddhist, the design of the whole cottage is also based on the old house to be transformed, retaining the antique taste, at first glance it is a grocery store, and when you look closer, there is a hole in the sky.
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There is also a restaurant called "Caoxi Coffee", there is a signature drink called Chicken Head Rice Latte, the seared frosting crispy shell is decorated with Suzhou's characteristic chicken head rice, and the spoon breaks the surface and mixes the chicken head rice into the mouth, the taste is very magical.
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Liu Meihan also checked in some Internet celebrity shops this time, such as [Brown Smoke Rain], and the cup body of the bamboo tube is very charming in the hand. The layers of cream are topped with a little strawberry freeze-dried, and the milk fragrance is delicate and sweet between the lips and teeth. The color combination of red, white and green is quite in line with the artistic conception of Jiangnan.
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The jasmine tea ice cream of [Jasmine Pillow River] and the plum blossom cake of [Meiyuexuan] also occupy two places in the zodiac grid, and making jasmine into ice cream is a romantic bar belonging to Suzhou people.
The plum blossom cake is stuffed with red beans and glutinous rice, and there are small balls on top, and when it comes out of the pan, it is sprinkled with a handful of dried osmanthus flowers, and it is steaming hot, and the glutinous star people must try.
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Stepping on the bluestone slab of Pingjiang Road, remember to take photos by the bridge, and follow the depth of the river, the scenery of the ancient town of the water town is unobstructed. It is recommended to come here early in the morning, it is best to avoid the peak crowds on weekends, otherwise you will encounter people...
It is said that visiting Pingjiang Road during the day is more suitable for walking around Shantang Street at night.
Cao Xueqin's "the most first- and second-class rich and merry place in the red dust" is here, especially after nightfall, you will have a better understanding of this sentence. Lanterns hang high on both sides of the river, and the scene of the early lights reflects the entire street, and the reflection of white walls and black tiles and weaving cruise ships is clearly visible on the river.
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Looking at the sunset and sunset, watching the brilliant lights, the light and shadows are intertwined, like a three-dimensional human fireworks picture, vivid and real, or mistakenly think that you have come to the world of "Menghualu".
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There is no shortage of characteristic shops like Pingjiang Road on Shantang Street, [Jiang Mash] is a Sichuan-style snack bar that makes locals linger, most of the Jiangnan flavors are sweet, it's time to have a bit of heavy flavor blending. Red oil hand-picked and handmade cold skin are pure Sichuan taste, chili oil is fragrant without choking, a bowl of soul. Finally, a bowl of ice mash or handmade ice powder to solve the spicy, refreshing sweet water is super suitable.
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But if you come here at night, it is best to go to the Seiba on the riverbank. Listening to folk songs, blowing the evening breeze, and watching the boat pass in front of you, whether it is alone or about three or two friends to reminisce together, it is particularly comfortable, and the night and slightly drunk fit are full scores.
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In addition to Pingjiang Road and Shantang Street, Guanqian Street is also very popular. There is a rumor that the center of Suzhou is in Guanqian Street, and half of the nightlife of Suzhou people is also Guanqian Street. Because there are many shops and shopping malls on the street, Guanqian Street has a heavier commercial atmosphere, and like the pedestrian streets of most scenic spots, eating, drinking, and shopping are one-stop. If you have time, you can stop by, but priority is given to Pingjiang Road and Shantang Street!
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When it comes to visiting Suzhou, everyone must naturally think of gardens, museums and other places, in fact, if you want to appreciate the scenery of old Suzhou and feel the cultural precipitation left by history, it is also a good choice to go deep into the place of small bridges and flowing water. What other ancient town streets in Suzhou are worth visiting, and are there any locals to plant grass for everyone!
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