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I have put together my own observations here to provide readers a reference to Suzhou gardens.It is my belief that the value of gardens in Suzhou should not just be an important and illustrious page in the history of Chinese gardens.It should still be appreciated as a place of recreation and cultivation for the people.The material presented here is instrumental in understanding what we can do to foster the splendid culture tradition we have inherited.There may be some inadequacies in my personal observations.Any criticism or suggestion is welcome.

The initial draft completed by Chen Congzhou at the Architectural History Research Group of Tongji University’s Department of Architecture in October of 1956.