First water town in China: Zhouzhuang

The ancient town of Zhouzhuang is popularly known as the Venezia of China. This water town is located 30km away from Suzhou. As cultural gem, this town is amazingly preserved, and most of the structures date from Ming and Qing dynasties. Town is surrounded by lake and canals, you can even see people fishing in some areas. You can walk around the town or enjoy this amazing journey in a gondola. Some of the guides will even sing during their trip to give you the authentic experience. This ancient town retains history in each building, bridge and stone. Few towns in China maintain their authenticity, and the canals give this town an additional charm you can’t find elsewhere. There are few coffee shops, restaurants and shopping locals open along the town. Although are relatively expensive. Some locations are empty, or abandoned. Boat ride costs 180-220 RMB for an hour and a half. You are required to buy a ticket that will allow you to enter the 15 scenic spots, yet you can enter by yourself after 8pm without entrance fee (spots will be closed). 📍 No.43, Quanfu Road, Kunshan, Suzhou, Jiangsu #urbanexplorer #happylaborday #maydaytrip #chinatravel #artexhibit #suzhou #watertown #zhouzhuang #oldtown #oldarchitecture #architecturalphotos #culturalfishingvillage #culturetrip #boat #goldola #ancientarchitecture #ancienttowns #kunshan #jiangsu #scenicspotphotoguide #คูลทรีต