October 8 marks Cold Dew, the 17th solar term of the year.
As the weather gets cooler, Suzhou’s osmanthus blossoms bring a sweet fragrance to the city and welcome the changing season.
The National Day holiday ends today, but Jiangsu will still be here, waiting to welcome you back. Until the next journey, keep a little piece of Jiangsu in your memories.
National Day Five Senses | Touch
From painting clay figurines to shaping Zisha pottery, relaxing in bamboo forest hot springs and creating embroidery, experience Jiangsu through moments you can truly feel.
National Day Five Senses | Taste
From sweet taro with osmanthus fragrance to crisp red water chestnuts, shrimp roe flatbread and seasonal hairy crab, discover the flavours that make Jiangsu’s autumn special.
National Day Five Senses | Smell
From the warm aroma of roasted chestnuts on city streets to the sweet fragrance of osmanthus in the air, follow the scents that capture Jiangsu’s autumn memories.
National Day Five Senses | See
From cultural treasures and creative experiences to glowing night skies and autumn landscapes, discover the many sights that make Jiangsu worth seeing this National Day.
National Day Five Senses | Listen
On October 2, the Chinese Opera Gala (Kunshan) 2026 featured Xiju Opera The Pearl Tower. Revisit moments from an earlier performance and listen to the melodies, rhythms and stories of Xiju Opera.
How much can AUD 100 bring you in Suzhou, Jiangsu?
From breakfast and local food to cultural experiences and souvenirs, come discover the great value of a Jiangsu trip.
On September 18, the “Charm of Jiangsu” Culture and Tourism Promotion Conference 2026 (Singapore) took place, featuring Kunqu Opera, heritage crafts and travel inspiration from Jiangsu. What would you like to discover about Jiangsu next?
Jiangsu showed up in Sydney with exhibitions, heritage experiences and live performances this Mid-Autumn season.
If Jiangsu came to your city, what would you check out first?
On September 25, the “Charm of Jiangsu” Promotion Conference and “Blossoming Jasmine” Jiangsu Themed Exhibition opened at the China Cultural Centre in Sydney, offering Australian audiences a fresh look at Jiangsu’s culture, creativity and travel appeal.
Australian travelers, discover the Jiangsu flavors you may not know yet.
Beyond famous dishes, local favorites like Suzhou meat mooncake, Rugao breakfast, Nanjing salted duck and Huai’an Chasan offer a taste of everyday Jiangsu life.
Your next Jiangsu memory might start with a bite.
A quick look back at some highlights from last year’s Suzhou Creative & Design Cultural Industry Expo. Tomorrow, the 15th edition opens in Suzhou, Jiangsu. What are you most excited to see this year?
September 29–October 2 | Suzhou International Expo Center
World Tourism Day pick: Fenghuang Pavilion in Pukou District, Nanjing, Jiangsu.
Its 3rd floor has reopened for free weekend access, 9–11am and 3–5pm. Head up for city and hill views — and sunset if you time it right.
The moonlight doesn’t end with Mid-Autumn. In Jiangsu, the night after the festival is another chance to look up, stay out a little longer and catch the full moon at its best.
The stage was set for a celebration of Chinese opera.
On September 23, the Chinese Opera Gala (Kunshan) 2026 brought Kunqu Opera, Jin Opera, Qinqiang Opera and Peking Opera together in Kunshan, Suzhou, Jiangsu.
Which traditional opera would you like to explore?
One week until National Day and Jiangsu is easing into holiday mode.
Gardens are getting livelier, old streets stay bright after dark and waterside towns are ready for long, unhurried days. The holiday hasn’t started yet but the feeling already has.