China's First Water Town - Zhouzhuang

Zhouzhuang Ancient Town, a World Cultural Heritage candidate site and one of the first national 5A-level tourist attractions, is surrounded by water on all sides. The town is formed by rivers, streets are built along the water, and markets are formed along the streets. The well-preserved river channels in the shape of a Chinese character '井' (well) feature 14 ancient stone bridges built during the Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties. Over 800 original households live by the river, with more than 60% of the residences still maintaining the architectural style of the Ming and Qing periods. Due to time constraints, only two scenic spots could be arranged for this trip to Suzhou. First, we visited the long-anticipated Humble Administrator's Garden, experiencing the history and culture of ancient gardens. Today, we arrived at Zhouzhuang to feel the unique architectural style of the ancient town and its distinctive water town culture. The clear rivers and swaying black-awning boats, along with the rich historical and cultural background, make it a place worth experiencing in your leisure time.