The average temperature of Suzhou in autumn is 26 ℃ ~ 32 ℃. During the day, the average temperature is 32 ℃. It is recommended to wear cool and breathable clothes such as short clothes, short skirts, thin skirts and shorts made of light cotton fabric. At night, the average temperature is 26 ℃. It is recommended to wear cotton and linen shirts, long skirts, thin T-shirts and other cool and breathable clothes.
Seasonal cuisine
Hairy crabs
One of the most important delicacies in autumn is river crab. River crabs are delicious and are the favorite crabs in Jiangnan. Of course, the most famous crabs in Suzhou are hairy crabs from Yangcheng Lake and Taihu Lake. Generally in mid September, crab farmers in Suzhou begin to catch one after another, and the diners are finally satisfied.
Shuihongling
Also known as “Suzhou red”, it is one of the “Eight Immortals of water” that Suzhou people like. Shuihongling is usually eaten raw, sweet, crisp, very refreshing, can clear away heat and quench thirst, but eating too much is easy to abdominal distension, so don’t eat too much even if it’s delicious!
Gorgon fruit
Chicken head rice, also known as Euryale ferox, has always been a favorite seasonal food of Suzhou people. Although it is not unique to Suzhou, the Gorgon nut in Suzhou is as soft and waxy as Suzhou dialect. The most classic way to eat chicken head rice is: after boiling in water, add a few pieces of rock sugar, drink and eat directly. Generally, it doesn’t come into the market until August of the lunar calendar.
Braised pork
In Suzhou, what we eat in autumn is pork. A pot of meat on the table is full of meat. In fact, what is being “buckled” is treasure. People in Suzhou usually put these three treasures: Shaoxing dried vegetables, cowpeas and cauliflower. With the combination of meat and vegetable, the meat will not feel greasy and delicious.
Soy sauce duck
Old Suzhou has a tradition of “eating ducks in summer”. Because old ducks are sweet and cool, they are usually best eaten in late summer and early autumn. At this time, ducks are also the fattest. As we all know, Suzhou people like to eat sweet, and Suzhou style sauced duck is also in line with the taste of Suzhou people. Different from Beijing roast duck, Su style soy sauce duck is cooked in white duck, polished with soy sauce, and then collected with rock sugar. The whole duck presents an attractive sauce red color, with fresh and tender meat and sweet taste.
Steamed Lotus Root Stuffed with Glutinous Rice
Fresh lotus root in autumn is just on the market. It has become a “permanent member” on the dining table with its high-quality Qingrun effect. The sweet scented osmanthus glutinous rice lotus root cleverly integrates the crisp lotus root, the soft glutinous rice and the fragrant sweet scented osmanthus, so it has become a favorite of many Suzhou people.
Must see beautiful scenery in autumn
Tianping Mount
Tianping mountain in Suzhou city is one of the four famous Maple appreciation scenic spots in China. In Suzhou, when it comes to appreciating red leaves, most people first think of red maple in Tianping mountain. One leaf knows autumn. The autumn of Tianping mountain begins with a touch of red on that branch. In autumn, the maple leaves of Tianping mountain change from green to yellow, then to orange, and finally to red to purple. Sometimes the maple leaves of different colors are hanging on the branches, with five colors coexisting, which is called “colorful maple”.
Taihu
Taihu Lake is one of the five largest freshwater lakes in China. When you mention Suzhou, you can think of Taihu Lake, although there are several lakes in Suzhou, you can’t miss Taihu Lake in autumn. Standing by the lake and gazing, the autumn wind blows on my face, the autumn sun is warm, the lake is sparkling, and the reeds on the lake are swaying in the wind. All troubles are swept away, and the whole person seems to be sublimated in this beautiful scenery.
Tiger hill
Tiger hill is located in the northwest suburb of Suzhou City, which is the remaining vein of the west mountain of Suzhou. Because of the surrounding terrain, it is separated from the main body of the west mountain and becomes an independent hill. The mountain is 34.3 meters high, with towering ancient trees and many small landscapes. The Millennium Tiger Hill tower stands on the top of the mountain. Tiger hill is a famous scenic spot in Suzhou, and it is even more beautiful in autumn. Before entering the scenic area, I have been fascinated by the ginkgo trees spread all over the ground outside the scenic area. In autumn, Huqiu has a unique flavor, which is so beautiful.