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Day Trip to Wuzhen West Scenic Area (Xizha)

I didn’t have much time to spare so I took a train from Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station to Tongxiang, grabbed a taxi at the arrival station and made my way to Xizha. The #watertown is truly picturesque and peaceful. There was not that many crowd on a Wednesday afternoon. Every other corner is a nice photo spot. Needless to say, a waterboat ride is a must! Wished I could spend more than 4 hours here just to bask in the ambience and flow with the good vibes.

Nanxun: The Hidden Gem of Jiangnan Water Towns

Among the many picturesque water towns of Jiangnan, Nanxun stands out as a rare and hidden treasure, difficult to find but unforgettable once discovered. Unlike its more commercialized counterparts, Nanxun preserves a tranquil beauty that blends ancient elegance with authentic charm. Here, you can stroll along quiet, canal-lined streets, where centuries-old stone bridges arch gracefully over the water, and traditional white-walled, black-tiled houses reflect in the canals. The town’s peaceful ambiance, coupled with its rich history and unique architecture, makes it a place that captures the soul of Jiangnan, offering a genuine glimpse into the region’s cultural heritage. #travelchina #travel #Jiangnan #watertown #nanxunancienttown#100waysoftravel #Nanxun

A Day Trip to Qibao Ancient Town in Shanghai 🇨🇳

🕰️ Explore Early: Arrive early to avoid the crowds and stroll through the narrow, charming streets lined with traditional Chinese architecture. 🍜 Try the Street Food: Savor local delicacies like stinky tofu, Qibao rice cakes, and sugar-coated hawthorn treats along the vibrant food streets. 🛶 Take a Boat Ride: Enjoy a peaceful ride on the canals, offering a different view of the ancient town’s scenic beauty. 📸 Capture History: Bring your camera to snap photos of the historic temples, bridges, and well-preserved buildings. 🎁 Shop for Souvenirs: Find unique handmade crafts and trinkets to bring home as keepsakes. #china #china_diaries #shanghai #chinatrip #qibao #watertown #mytravelhacks #historicallandmarks #localguides #familytrip #summerdestinations

Wuzhen - dayview vs nighview in a beautiful water town

For an impromptu day trip, I decided to go to a watertown and picked Wuzhen as I heard it’s the most famous one. Did a quick research and found there are two scenic parts; East Gate and West Gate. Though some people recommended just visiting the West Gate (more popular), I visited the East Gate as well and I’m glad I did it! It’s smaller and quieter with less things and stores compared to the West Gate and has a bit different vibe as it’s more peaceful and has less people. The dayview was nice but I personally liked the nightview better because it gave more a ancient oriental vibe with lights. It was really really beautiful. It’s such a historic scenic town. In the West Gate zone, it’s quite easy to find food and drinks and souvenir stores. I’d love to bring my friends here if they visit China. #Dayview #nightview #Watertown #Ancient Oriental

The Simatai Great Wall

Gubei Water Town is a gorgeous fairy-tale town situated below the Great Wall. The Simatai Great wall looms so high above the water town, it gives the impression that it may be floating in the clouds, as the lights of wall switch on at dusk and are just barely visible through a thin layer of mist that gently veils the mountain. I suggest a walk up to the Great Wall, the scenery is incredible, and then to take the cable car down. The water town is best explored in the evening/night, it really comes to life and there are many types of delicious foods and beautiful trinkets to be bought. Enjoy your Fairy-tale escape☺️ #beijingtrip #thegreatwall #watertown #fairytale

Zhouzhuang: the Most Charming Water Town

If you want an experience that includes Chinese history, culture, art, and food, this is the place! Zhouzhuang isn't far from the heart of Suzhou, and every part of this water township is delightful. The bridges, canals, and alleyways look like they fell out of paintings. The markets are extensive, with food and art and embroidery that dazzles the senses. On my trip to Suzhou, this was definitely my favorite place to visit, and I'm so glad that I went! #suzhou #zhouzhuang #watertown #solotravel #summervacation #historicculture

Wuzhen, the Night Queen of Zhejiang

Wuzhen is one of the six famous ancient water towns south of the Yangtze River. It’s within the triangle formed by three top tourist cities: Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Suzhou. It has charmingly restored architecture and canals. The charm and the elegance of this ancient water town is undeniable. It is more than 1000 years old town with rich history and architectural elegance. It is about an hour long drive from Suzhou, China. This place is vast and suggested plan would be two days of itinerary with one overnight. You can at least leave with some satisfactions. If you don't try the boat, well your visit here is meaning less. Entrance ticket is 150 rmb and boat ticket one way is 60 rmb per person. Yes, it is bit expensive though but for a AAAAA tourist place, this amount is worth spending. #wuzhen #ancienttown #watertown #zhejiang #travel #china

Water tower of Manes

The Šítkov water tower is a beautiful landmark located in the heart of the Czech Republic. This impressive structure, which was constructed back to the early 1900s, stands tall above the idyllic countryside setting that surrounds it. The tower is an architectural masterpiece, featuring intricate brickwork and a striking design that has become an iconic symbol of the region. The surrounding area is equally stunning, with rolling hills, verdant forests, and quaint villages dotting the landscape. Visitors to the Šítkov water tower can take in the views from the top, explore the nearby hiking trails, or simply sit back and soak up the serene atmosphere of this enchanting location.#watertown #towerbridge #mytripvlog #awesomepic

Pretty Gubei Watertown outside Beijing

Gubei Watertown in Beijing's Miyun district is a little picturesque place where to spend a weekend out of the city. There are many boutique hotels and local restaurants to try while wondering around aimlessly along the small canals and the quiet traditional alleys. And don't forget to climb up the Great Wall before sunset to enjoy a beautiful views above the town! 🤩💕 #gubei #gubeiwatertown #beijing #beijingtrip #beijingtravel #watertown #ancientarchitecture #urbanexplorer #greatwall #greatwallofchina

Zhujiajiao ancient water town

Want to get away from the hustle and bustle of Shanghai? Make a trip to Zhujiajiao, an ancient water town also known as the Venice of Shanghai. Zhujiajiao in Shanghai is an ancient water town, which was established about 1700 years ago. This place is known as the Venice of Shanghai with its canals and bridges that criss-cross through the city. Much like Venice in Italy, Zhujiajiao offers visitors a glimpse into life during the Song Dynasty, where merchants and traders plied their trade to provide for their families. IG: edgarmesropyan #mytripvlog #china #chinatravel #chinalife #shanghai #shanghailife #watertown

ZhuJiaJiao Water Town, a Lovely Site!

#meetshanghai ‘s one of the beautiful water town, Zhujiajiao. If you’ve been to Qibao, this place is definitely MUCH bigger and better, and one of the more-accessible option compare to all the other ancient towns across the city. Tips: check the weather before you go! I went there when it was cold and super windy and rainy, the only thing we could do was getting a hot bowl of TangYuan 汤圆 and coffee to keep us warm. Oh, and there’s a cafe with corgi as their mascot! Have you been to this place before? What do you think? _______ Address - 课植园路555号 KeZhiYuan Road No.555 How To Get There - take metro Line 10 to Hongqiao Railway Station then transfer to Line 17 and stop at Zhujiajiao Station, walk 10-15minutes to reach there. #shanghai #ancienttown #watertown #tripblazers

Wander back in time

This beautiful little town let you step back in time. Walking the rustic lanes, layzing in a boat or enjoying local cuisine. Around every corner is food stalls, little restaurants or cafes to have a drink. I loved the people all dressed in period costumes- it enhanced the mood. The local dye is exquisite- love the blues, the water market is interesting. Many crafts available. The sunsets are to die for and it is worthwhile to book a hotel inside the town to get a full experience. #watertown #ancientchina Attractions - Eating- many restaurants, nice pubs, local crafts Hotels - many inside and out Food & Restaurants - good fiid Shopping - plenty

Tongli 🇨🇳 Suzhou

A nice spot for a weekend away. Tongli is a small water town with nice cafés, handmade craft stores, restaurants and food vendors. At night the town is lit by lanterns and spotlights which make it feel very cosy and welcoming. Tongli is definitely a great spot for relaxing and taking the day slowly as it's a quaint town with temples, historic residences and cobbled lanes by the water. The food in town was generally salty and sweet and the people were very friendly. We cycled to Tongli from Shanghai but you could take the fast train, metro or taxi to get there too. There are lots of very affordable b&b options throughout the town, but you will still need to pay for entry to town at most. #watertown

Wuzhen Watertown 🇨🇳 Zhejiang

In China we have been to a lot of watertowns, and they a perfect day trip to relax and try new foods. Wuzhen is easily one of my favourites, so much so that we literally spent the entire day from the crack of dawn till the town closed at night. In Wuzhen you can see them making soy sauce in a traditional manner (pic3) and there are so many tasty treats they make all throughout the town. The history about the fabrics that were made there are on display too in a free to walk around old mill. In the town there are bars and restaurants for the evening to wind down in. Some are quiet and on the waterfront and other by the pagoda with a little music. The fee to enter the town is worth it for sure and when family and friends travel to China, Wuzhen will be on the list as it's clean, interesting and a great spot to try Chinese food that's is fairly friendly to Western tastes. #watertown

Canals in Wuzhen Water Town🛶🌳🌱

Getting There - Travel to Wuzhen Water Town🌳🌱 Attractions - Canals and Traditional Architecture🛶 Hotels - Day Trip from Shanghai🚘🚂 Food & Restaurants - Local Cuisine🍜🥟 Shopping - Souvenirs and Local Shops🛍 Located only a stones throw away from Shanghai, Wuzhen water town is a hidden gem which can be easily accessed in just a day trip🌳🌱🪴 Boasting beautiful canals, traditional Chinese architecture and delicious local cuisine, Wuzhen is a typically quiet tourist destinations. Get lost exploring the vast alleyways of this town and take a boat tour around the never ending canals🛶🌱 A highlight of this town is watching traditional art being made all around! It’s a truly great place to visit and it’s close proximity to Shanghai makes it an easy escape from the busy city🍁🍂🪴 #daytrip #china #wuzhen #watertown #triplocal #awesomepic #boats #urbanexplorer

Jinxi, The Hometown of Folk Museums in China

Jinxi is located in Jiangsu Province, China, It is a well-known historical town with a history of more than 2,000 years. We drove to Jinxi from Suzhou (about 23 km). Jinxi is also known as Chenmu, which means the tomb of Chen. There is a touchy story about Chen, the concubine of the emperor Xiaozong. Find online for details. Jinxi is a wonderfully delicate watery town. It is surrounded by clear water and many waterways snaking through the town. Jinxi has 36 bridges and 72 brick kilns. Gulian bridge is the most eye catching bridge among others. There are a lot of museums in Jinxi with delicate articrafts. You can complete the entire place within half day if you start visiting there early morning. You can also plan to check the other two nearby water towns `Zhouzhuang` (China`s no.1 water town) and Tongli. #watertown #lakes #museum

Day trip to “Venice of the East”

Your trip to Shanghai isn’t complete if you don’t have the chance the gorgeous small water town of Zhujiajiao! This water town is located in the outskirts of Shanghai and easily accessible by metro. Once you’ve reached the station, walk about 15minutes to reach the entrance of the old town. Once you get there, I’d suggest you spend few hours walking around and enjoying the beauty of this little water town. I speak very little Chinese but still had the chance to converse with some locals. They were super friendly ! It really is a nice peaceful and beautiful area. Have fun! PS: I had no problem getting in. I had to sign a form and was let in right away. Welcome to Zhujiajiao! #summervacation #scenicspotphotoguide #watertown #oldarchitecture #beautiful #mustsee #ancienttowns #oldstreets #venice #zhujiajiao #china #chinalife #chinatravel #venice #boattour #boats

Shantang Street, Suzhou

One of the prominent ancient streets in Suzhou. This street is adjacent to Shilu which is another famous shopping street. Like other common features of ancient streets in China, Shangtang also have a canal with many bars, restaurants and shops. The night view is stunning! The street is not so long, you can finish from one end to another without a stop within a few minutes. #urbanexplorer #ancientstreet #watertown #urbanexplorer

ICY SHAOXING

Just a few hours away from Shanghai , ShaoXing somehow has the magical power to transform the weather!🔥➡️❄️ Well not the entire city of course. The place called Qiaobo, and its a heaven for winter sports lovers who still ask everyday why winter is still looooonggg time to go 🥲 But no worries! Shaoxing Qiaobo Ice & Snow World can cure the “pain”! Shaoxing Qiaobo has two ski slopes! The primary one is 200 meters long, 40 meters wide, with an average slope of 8 degrees; intermediate and advanced ski trails are 300 meters long, 40 meters wide, and an average slope of 17 degrees. Not bad huh? They offer, well practically everything you need if you wanna do 🏂,⛷, or nothing serious like building a ☃️. Ski/snowboard boards, waterproof jackets, the goggles, those matching color turtle pillow cushion to avoid injury? They have em too! Ticket price varies by time of the week. Duration of one entry is 4 hours. Tips: ⌛️Make sure to mark your entrance time because no one will notify when you are running out of time (or you have to pay additional fees). 📍绍兴市柯南大道2168号 (Shàoxīng shì, Kēnán dàdào 2168 hào) ☕️There’s one cafè inside so you could rest and enjoy some coffee to pump your adrenaline back. 🧤Gloves, is, a, must. 👨‍🏫 Instructors available for both skiing and snowboarding. The watertown is top-notch too! Visit during night time for that “extra-dramatic” effect 😎 . . . . #shaoxing #snowlover #skiing #watertown #summervacationtravel #ancientlandmark

Venice of the east

Pingjianglu, known as the venice of the east is a popular tourist spot of Gusu district in Suzhou, Jiangsu province. This rich historical street has a number of alleys, a long canal, shops, and wells. When you will walk through some of the alleys, you will listen Pingtan, the Suzhou originated narrative music performs in Suzhou dialect. It will make you feel nostalgic. Every time I come here, I have the same feelings. Usually, during weekends this place is crowded with many tourists. You can visit here at any weekday if you don't like crowd. And don't think about holidays! You will even feel the breathing of others over your neck😂 #watertown #ancienttowns #nostalgic #pingtan #suzhoutravel

Tongli, the oriental venice of Suzhou.

Tongli Water Town located in Suzhou, Jiangsu, China is one of the prominent water towns among others in the south regions of Yangtze River. Tongli is also known as the “Oriental Venice” , has its long history dates back to more than 1000 years. It was established in thw Song dynasty. Among many other popular sight seeing spots `Three Bridges` is prominent. Overall, nice place and good for photography. #tongli #watertown #ancientcity #suzhoutravel

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

The oldest cultural museum in Kien Giang

Kien Giang, an famous island, where preserve the most natural Vietnamese animals responsible for system restore a year around with four seasons. I would spend time for high elevated windy oceans with all bigger fishes. Insider told that water from this point so people come here to watch first water show and bring all motherland gifts to this island #outdooradventures #watertown #museums #blogs

Wuzhen's Watertown

#wuzhen #watertown #winter Exploring Wuzhen's Watertown with our sons, Adryan and Wyatt, who were visiting from Indonesia. It was very cold, but that just made the day more memorable Emily had her new coat, I had my new hat, and we were all enjoying the crisp air and clear sky. The cold and the early hour all but guaranteed we were not going to have a crowd. We had two small Thermos of hot water, and that made being outside bearable.

A lovely day in a watertown

Zhujiajiao is probably the most well known water town in the Shanghai area, and for good reason. There are plenty of small museums, beautiful bridges, excellent food, and street markets to keep you occupied. Make time to ride a boat through the canal; thevprice is perfect boat, so gather a group and enjoy a peaceful half hour ride. #zhujiajiao #zhujiajiaoancienttown #watertown #shanghai #daytrip

朱家角 ZhuJiaJiao Shanghai

One of the nearest water town from Shanghai city, was great to explore and experienced the thousand years old historical place. #Watertown #zhujiajiaoancienttown #Shanghai

Wuzhen, come and be mesmerised

It’s 20 years since the last time I was there. It’s well organised and the water is clear. Rent a sent of Hanfu and travel back in time. Immerse in the beauty Chinese culture and experience the charm of the Venice of the east. #Watertown #江南 #hanfu

Rural Watertown near Shanghai

Perfect day trip from Shanghai, smaller then the well known Zhujiajiao, but more authentic. We visited during the Lunar New Year Holiday and people were buying all kinds of foods for the festivities. There is one big shopping street were you can buy different local specialities like salted pork and a special kind of dumplings. It also has an art street and a promenade next to the canal with many restaurants. We also spotted a lot of cute coffee shops (closed due to the holidays) Definitely worth the visit if you have a free day in Shanghai! Getting There - take the line 16 and get off at Xinchang metro station. Take exit 1 and take the 1068 bus. #falltrip #chinatravel #watertown

Zhouzhuang Night View

If you like bright shiny things then visiting this ancient town at night will do it for you. It was giving a relaxing and romantic stroll type a vibe. The scenery, shops and just seeing other people walking around was enjoyable. Plus it wasn't as busy and crowded as the daytime was so definitely something to appreciate. #travelinspiration #awesomepic #mytripvlog #nightlife #suzhou #zhouzhuang #ancientarchitecture #watertown

SanHe 三河 is an ancient water town just an hour bus ride from Hefei. It’s a real place to explore if you’re aren’t familiar with any of such places in China. I went there to try the famous local 三河虾酱 (penultimate picture), but have not seen much water((( refer to the last picture. All in all, it was a nice trip, as I’m crazy about old Chinese architecture and traditional cuisine. #三河 #Watertown #Hefei