What are the characteristics of Suzhou folk houses?

Suzhou folk houses are full of the ancient cultural charm of Jiangnan water town and are typical representatives of Jiangnan folk houses.

Suzhou has always been famous for its best gardens in the world. Classical gardens such as Lingering Garden and Humble Administrator's Garden are listed as world cultural heritage and enjoy a high reputation in the world. But the residential parts of these private gardens and many other ancient houses are little known.

Suzhou ancient dwellings are the largest number of ancient architectural forms in Suzhou and an important part of Suzhou ancient city. Suzhou traditional houses are usually built by water, with gardens, forests, mountains and water. They are simple and elegant, light and simple, with white walls and tiles and elegant colors, which embodies the unique style of Suzhou folk houses, clear, light, elegant and plain.