A Floral Pilgrimage to Suzhou's Couple's Retreat Garden in March

#discoverchina #wuxi In mid-March, I made a special trip to Suzhou's Ou Yuan (Couple's Garden)solely for its magnificent magnolias in full bloom! The garden's entrance staged a living Chinese painting: a pink and a white magnolia perfectly framed by traditional lattice windows. These floral sisters created dual photo opportunities - shoot from inside the pavilion to capture blossoms against intricate woodwork, or step outside to photograph flowers backlit by morning sun. Pro tip: Arrive by 7.30am to claim the best angles before crowds arrive; the golden hour light transforms the petals into translucent lanterns. This fleeting spectacle lasts only 10-15 days annually, making punctuality essential for that dreamy shot where classical architecture and spring's ephemeral beauty become one. 🎫 entrance ticket: 20 RMB 🕰️Business Hours:0730-1700