Panmen Gate
Suzhou Attractions
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Introduction to Panmen Gate (苏州盘门)
Panmen Gate (also known as Pan Gate) is a famous historical landmark in Suzhou, China. It is located in the southwest corner of the Main Canal of Suzhou. Originally built during the Warring States Period in the state of Wu, historians estimate it to be around 2,500 years old. It is now one part of the Panmen Gate Scenic Area, which features three famous landmarks. These are the Ruiguang Pagoda, (the earliest surviving pagoda in Suzhou and built in 247 B.C.), the Wu Gate Bridge (at that time the highest bridge in Suzhou and the entrance to Panmen Gate by water), and Panmen Gate. |
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Location No.1 East Street, Canglang District, Suzhou |
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Main Sights Ruigang Pagoda, Wu Gate Bridge, Panmen Gate |
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Travel Information
Admission Fee: 25 Yuan |
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Transportation 1. Take buses 7, 39, 47, 305, 935 or 949 getting off at Panmen Gate Scenic Area stop. |
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Travel Tips 1. Try to avoid visiting during the summer holidays and Golden Week in October. There are many tour groups and local tourists during national holidays. |