Suzhou's typical decorative windows
Much of the paved walkways are also works of art - this stoned circle is itself encircled with blue bats - symbols of good luck. The word "bat" in Chinese sounds identical to the word for "Good Fortune". Often five bats are shown together to represent the Five Blessings; a long life, riches, health, love of virtue, and a natural death.
Classic Suzhou garden strewn with uniquely shaped natural rocks
