Master of the Nets Garden
Suzhou Attractions
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Introduction to Master of the Nets Garden (网师园)
The Master of Nets Garden, or Wang Shi Yuan, was first constructed during the Song Dynasty (960-1279) but was later abandoned. It was "rediscovered" in the 18th century by a retired official who restored the gardens. Like many Confucian scholar-officials, he preferred the peace of nature to the wrangling of Court life. He is said to have remarked that he would rather be a fisherman than a bureaucrat. This is the origin of the garden's name. The garden remains of Suzhou's most well known gardens and attractions. |
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Location No.11 Kuojiatou Alley, Daichengqiao Road, Canglang District, Suzhou |
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Main Sights Ribbon Washing Pavilion, Pavilion for the Advent of the Moon and Wind |
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Travel Information
Admission Fee: 40 Yuan |
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Transportation 1. Take buses 55, 202, 529, 811 or 931 getting off at Master of the Nets Garden Station. |
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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. |
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