Canadian World Traveller Winter 2021-22 Issue

20 Years Replay
Summer 2015
Around The World
(in 22 pages)
China
Suzhou’s Top Five Must-See Sites
Peru's Culinary Reputation
Continues to Grow
Peru continues to shine on the world culinary stage. The
annual "World's 50 Best Restaurants" awards were announced
last week and placed three Peruvian restaurants in the top 50.
There are numerous unique Peruvian dishes visitors should try
during a visit to the country. Here are our top 10 suggestions:
Ceviche: Peruvian ceviche is arguably the best in the world.
Tender chunks of fresh raw fish are marinated in leche de
tigre, a spicy Peruvian chili, lime and onion mixture. Pisco
Sour: A classic Peruvian cocktail made with Muscat-grape
brandy. Causa: Causa somewhat resemble sushi, with smooth
mashed potato as a carefully-shaped base and topped with
delicate slices of fish, seafood, egg or vegetables. Lucuma:
Lucuma is a Peruvian fruit grown almost exclusively in the
Andes. Lomo Saltado: sliced beef stir-fried with garlic, cumin,
tomato and onion. Aji de Gallina: strips of chicken served
with a creamy yellow sauce made with aji amarillo (yellow
chilis), cheese, milk and bread. Cocktail de Algarrobina:
Think of this as a pisco eggnog-type cocktail. Chicha Morada:
A sweet, non-alcoholic Peruvian beverage made by boiling
blue/purple corn with pineapple and spices. Inca Kola: A soft
drink created in Peru in 1935, this sweet, fruity cola is made
with lemon verbena, known locally as Hierba Luisa. Papa la
Huancaina: Peru is known for potatoes - almost 4,000 varieties
can be found across the country.
www.peru.travel
Canadian World Traveller Winter 2021-22
Given China’s rapid economic growth and urban expansion,
there are few opportunities to experience traditional China, yet Suzhou
presents that possibility. With its narrow streets and winding waterways,
this city truly lives up to its nickname as “Venice of China.” At the heart
of the city is the old town district, the layout of which has remained
unchanged over 2,500 years.
Navigate The Grand Canal: Like the Great Wall, Suzhou’s
Grand Canal is noted as one of the most magnificent and wondrous
constructions in ancient China, offering a profound look into China's
fascinating, historical past. The Grand Canal, approximately 1,200
miles in length, is the longest man-made waterway in China. With 27
sections and 58 historical sites, it was successfully inscribed onto the
UNESCO World Heritage List in 2014.
Live The Local Life Of A Water Town: The ancient water town
of Tongli is located on the bank of Taihu Lake and east of the ancient
Grand Canal. As one of the six famous water towns, it is divided into
seven parts by 15 brooks and by 47 bridges. The area contains hundreds
of gardens, temples, mansions, and the former residences of
dignitaries built from 1271 to 1911 during the Ming and Qing dynasties.
Explore The Old & New in Suzhou: Suzhou is home to more
than 730 cultural relics under government protection. More than 60
classical gardens are well preserved, and nine of them are listed as
UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Sites. The protected landscape of
small bridges, flowing water, winding canals, narrow streets, white
walls, cultural relics, and classical gardens make it a unique city.
Tour Iconic Chinese Landmarks: One of the 10 great temples
in China is the Hanshan Temple, which is located just outside the city
center of Suzhou. The scents of street food and the clamor of the city
are replaced by fragrant incense and a respectful hush inside the yellow
Temple walls, which is broken only by the sounds of the famous
chiming bell. Visitors can immerse themselves in the ancient history of
the Liang and Tang dynasties as they explore the buildings, climb the
pagoda and read the ancient inscriptions.
Be One With Nature with the Famous Suzhou Gardens: The
famed Humble Administrator’s Garden is considered to be one of the
best representations of China’s classic landscape architecture. Listed as
a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the garden is the largest in Suzhou.
www.TravelToSuzhou.com