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May 10, 2009

A manicured garden estate. - Suzhou, Jiangsu, China - Daily Travel Photos
A manicured garden estate. - Suzhou, Jiangsu, China - Daily Travel Photos
(Suzhou, Jiangsu, China)
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Suzhou is known for its many well-manicured "gardens" on the estates of the wealthy.

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traditional chinese courtyard gate

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