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County-level city in Jiangsu, People's Republic of China
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尚湖风景区
A lake advertised as similar to the West Lake in Hangzhou, but with far fewer tourists. And for a good reason. It is not similar, but a nice getaway if you are into a new Chinese park located "on" a lake (including a small tivoli) without many visitors.
虞山国家森林公园
See the "Great Wall" halfway up. There are nice views of the city and Shang Lake. An old temple may be found at the top.
沙家浜风景区
American restaurant with wood smoked meats, great burgers, televisions for sports and small patio. Great place to have a drink as well. Show the taxi : 新欧尚漫猫咖啡. Walk around the corner and you will see a bright Hey Benny's sign.
Bar with English speaking staff
Opened 2006, somewhat separated from the center of the city. Rates tend to be in the range of ¥400-700, and the rooms are comparable to 4-star hotels in the United States.
formerly Four Points by Sheraton
4/5-star hotel, closer to downtown. Rates are generally in the range of ¥400-700.
常熟昆承湖凯悦酒店
This is a luxury hotel that opened in 2023. It has a total of 289 modernly decorated rooms and suites, ranging in size from 40 to 160 square meters. Free WIFI is provided in the room. The hotel has an indoor heated swimming pool on the 35th floor, and a 24-hour fitness center.
By bus
If coming from Suzhou, take a coach bus from the bus station on the west side of the train station. The bus ticket costs ¥16, and the ride should last a little more than an hour.
By train
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