Trip to Suzhou

We Shanghai Agroriver Chemical Co.,Ltd. organized a two-day trip to Suzhou in 2024, The trip was a mix of cultural exploration and team bonding.

We arrived in Suzhou on August 30th,we enjoyed beautiful scenery in Humble Administrator’s Garden, where a local guide introduced us to the art of Chinese landscape design, helping us imagine the scholars who once found peace in these surroundings.

Our next stop was the Lingering Garden, smaller but equally beautiful, with a balanced mix of architecture and natural elements like mountains, water, and stone. The garden’s design revealed hidden pavilions and pathways, adding a sense of discovery.

In the evening, we enjoyed a performance of Suzhou pingtan, a traditional form of storytelling with music from instruments like the pipa and sanxian. The performers’ unique voices, paired with fragrant tea, made for a memorable experience.

The next day, we visited Hanshan Temple, famous for being mentioned in the poem “Beyond the City Walls, from Temple of Cold Hill.” The temple’s history spans over a thousand years, and walking through it felt like stepping back in time. we arrived at Tiger Hill, a must-see in Suzhou, as one poet famously said. The hill is not tall, but we climbed it together, reaching the top where the Tiger Hill Pagoda stands. This ancient structure, nearly a thousand years old, is well-preserved and offers stunning views.

By the end of the trip, we were a little tired but fulfilled. We realized that while individual effort is important, working together as a team can achieve even greater things. The trip not only deepened our appreciation for Suzhou’s culture but also strengthened the bonds within the Agroriver Chemical team.