平江路是中国东部江苏省苏州古城迄今保存最典型、最完整的历史文化街区。昆曲、评弹、苏绣等苏式非遗聚集于此，演绎着原汁原味的苏州古城市井生活风情。2002年，苏州市启动平江路风貌保护与环境整治工程，2012年苏州国家历史文化名城保护区成立，较好地保存了街区历史风貌。保护好、挖掘好、运用好平江路历史文化街区，苏州市既注重护住物、留住人，更注重蓄好魂。如今，平江路的居民们既是文化遗存保护的主人，又是人居和谐的受益者。
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.
