Suzhou

Explores the Chinese urban experience, past and present. Focuses on the historical sites, scenery, and culture in Suzhou, China, and observes the activities of its modern residents., Focuses on the historical sites, scenery, and culture in Suzhou, China, and observes the activities of its modern residents. Shows how silk is cultivated and a regional meal is prepared in a simple home kitchen. Two elegant young women sing in a garden, evoking the celebrated days of the literati gathering. An expressive storyteller recounts a traditional epic, enhancing his tale with the sound effects of drum rolls and charging horses. Visits two of Suzhou's exquisite gardens: the Net Master's Garden and the Garden of the Humble Politician.