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Suzhou, built at the intersection of huge waterways, is pierced by a numerous network of channels that regulate water flows, the Yangtze River, because flooding in this region was frequent.
There are more than 160 bridges in Suzhou, they are thrown over canals.
The most famous is the Precious Belt Bridge (9th century), 317 meters long. It is believed that the official in charge of its construction was forced to sell his jade belt to complete the construction of the bridge.
Even the Venetian Marco Polo, who visited the city in the 13th century, called it the "Venice of China" and this city still retains its nickname.
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