This paper compares the interpretation methods in Suzhou gardens and their examples. Metaphor means imitation.

"Or a mountain, or a few hills with bamboo trees ..."

"I planted some books with grass next to the steps. The wall is covered with creepers or roses. "

For comparison:

(1) Most buildings in China, from ancient palaces to modern houses, are symmetrical, no matter what happens on the left, so is the right. Suzhou gardens are by no means symmetrical.

(2) Unlike Beijing gardens, Suzhou gardens rarely use paintings.

For example:

"For example, a symmetrical building is a pattern painting, not an art painting, and the garden is an art painting. Art painting requires natural interest and does not pay attention to symmetry. "

Quote:

"What tourists see is' fish playing between lotus leaves', which is another painting."

Imitate:

"There are several Gu Teng plants in the garden, which are well painted. When the flowers bloom, they are full of jewels, which makes tourists feel infinite prosperity and joy, but they can't say it.