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Tongli Water Town, Venice of the East

#travelanywhere Tongli Water Town, located in Suzhou, China, is a picturesque and historic town known for its network of canals, traditional architecture, and ancient stone bridges. The town's well-preserved layout, featuring Ming and Qing dynasty buildings, gardens, and temples, offers a glimpse into ancient Chinese life and makes it a popular tourist destination, it has been given nickname Venice of the East. Some of the most interesting places to visit in Tongli are: Tuisi Garden (Retreat and Reflection Garden): This UNESCO World Heritage site is a masterpiece of classical Chinese garden design, featuring elegant pavilions, serene ponds, winding pathways, and meticulously arranged rockeries and plants. Three Bridges (Taiping, Jili, and Changqing): These bridges are iconic symbols of Tongli, forming a triangle and representing happiness, fortune, and longevity. They are a must-visit for their historical and cultural significance. Jiayin Hall: This historical residence is renowned for its exquisite wood carvings and traditional decorations, offering a glimpse into the lifestyle of ancient Chinese scholars and the architectural styles of the Ming and Qing dynasties. Chongben Hall: Known for its elegant architecture and beautiful gardens, Chongben Hall is another example of a well-preserved historical residence, reflecting the opulence of its former inhabitants. Gengle Hall: Once the home of a wealthy merchant, Gengle Hall is famous for its intricate woodwork and spacious layout, providing insight into the lives of the affluent in ancient China. Canal Boat Rides: Exploring Tongli by boat allows visitors to experience the townโ€™s network of canals and see its charming bridges and historic buildings from a unique perspective. Visitors can find a variety of unique and traditional items to purchase as souvenirs or gifts, such as silk products, handmade fans, local snacks and sweet, caligraphy and painting, and many more. These items reflect the rich cultural heritage and artisanal traditions of Tongli and Suzhou, making them perfect mementos of your visit. #suzhou #suzhoutrip #tongli
Posted: Jun 24, 2024
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Getting There - we are living in JinJi lake to take almost 2hours metro to get there by line 8and line 4 Attractions - there has very beautiful and picture views in this town! you can really put yourself in this cultural town deeply! Hotels - we were living in a hostel called Tongli defucaotang hostel! Food & Restaurants - The traditional local food ๆธ…่’ธ็™ฝ้ฑผ and ็ˆ†็‚’river ่™พ which are steamed white fish and fried river shrimp! (plus there also has espresso coffee shop and western restaurants) Shopping - There has many store for selling traditional Chinese suit and thereโ€™s no big shopping mall ! overall: itโ€™s a really nice place to visit for 2-3days! subscribe me for more travel post!#suzhou #tongli

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