平江路是中國東部江蘇省蘇州古城迄今保存最典型、最完整的歷史文化街區(qū)。昆曲、評彈、蘇繡等蘇式非遺聚集于此，演繹著原汁原味的蘇州古城市井生活風情。2002年，蘇州市啟動平江路風貌保護與環(huán)境整治工程，2012年蘇州國家歷史文化名城保護區(qū)成立，較好地保存了街區(qū)歷史風貌。保護好、挖掘好、運用好平江路歷史文化街區(qū)，蘇州市既注重護住物、留住人，更注重蓄好魂。如今，平江路的居民們既是文化遺存保護的主人，又是人居和諧的受益者。
Pingjiang Road is the most well-preserved historic and cultural block in the ancient city of Suzhou in East China's Jiangsu Province. It is a hub where renowned intangible cultural heritage, including Kunqu Opera, Pingtan (Suzhou storytelling and ballad singing), and exquisite Suzhou embroidery, thrive. These traditions come alive, imbuing the alleys with the captivating charm of the authentic life style in ancient Suzhou. In 2002, Suzhou launched a preservation and renovation project for Pingjiang Road. In 2012, the Suzhou National Historical and Cultural Famous City Protection Zone was established, further solidifying the city's commitment to safeguarding its invaluable heritage. Protecting, cultivating and inheriting the cultural essence of the Pingjiang historic and cultural block require not only the restoration of its architecture, but also passing on its cultural elements. Today, residents in the block are custodians of this cultural legacy, benefitting from the improved living environment.
