Twin Pagodas

Suzhou


Beautifully enhanced by flowering magnolias in spring, this delightful courtyard and former temple contains a pair of sublime pagodas, which don't often come in twos. It's one of the more relaxing, peaceful and composed parts of town, so come here for a break.

Intricate stone carvings salvaged from the temple ruins are on display at the back of the complex.


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