Unique Water Towns in China
by Alex

September23

China with its long history and many ethnic minorities offer different characteristic in each attraction. Regarded as Venice of the East, there are Water Towns in China. Lots of water towns spread over the country and famous for their ancient buildings, bridges, canals, culture and life style that keep its original since the old time. Here, we make some short list about 4 famous Water Towns in China that makes you amazed by discovers and enjoy the beauty.

Wuzhen Water Town
Wuzhen Water TownOld Design Ancient Wuzhen Water Town

Located in the south of Yangtze River, Wuzhen Water Town has displays unique and old design ancient buildings with two thousand years of history. The village is 2 kilometers long and is divided into six unique districts: Traditional Workshop District, Traditional Local Dwellings District, Traditional Culture District, Traditional Food District, Customs District, and the Traditional Shopping District.
It has known as one of China's top ten historical and cultural towns and regarded as a national 5A scenic area. Located at the center of the golden triangle consisting of Shanghai, Hangzhou and Suzhou, it offers ancient and unique experience for each visitor who comes to explore the town.

Zhouzhuang Water Town
Zhouzhuang Water TownOldest Zhouhuang Water Town

Zhouzhuang which regarded as the Venice of China is the oldest water town in the country. Located only 30 kilometers from Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, it is an ancient town which has a history of more than 900 years. Till now, it still remains its ancient Ming and Qing Dynasty design and layout of its house and residence. Zhouzhuang Water Town also surrounded and divided by lakes and rivers offers many fantastic places and views to visit and see.
When you come to Zhouzhuan, you will enjoy rich cultural background, well preserved ancient residential houses, the elegant watery views and the strong local traditions and customs.

Tongli
TongliWell Preserved Tongli Ancient Town

Tongli is also located near Suzhou and also has a similar history and natural scenery with Zhouzhuang. Located in the eastern shore of Taihu Lake, it has a similar looks with Zhouzhuang but is much less crowded. It is a well preserved water township with a history of more than 1,000 years.
Occupying an area of over 63 square kilometers, Tongli is crisscrossed with canals and dotted with traditional Chinese gardens. Each of its canals can be crossed by using one of the dozens of ancient stone bridges. Here is an ideal place to relax and refreshing, you could have rest in one of its teahouses as well as enjoys the atmosphere around this ancient water town.

Xitang
XitangCharming Xitang Town

Xitang is a water town crisscrossed by nine rivers. Located in Jiashan County, Zhejiang Province, it is an ancient scenic town where contains numerous antique residences and temples. The town stretches across eight sections, linked by old-fashioned stone bridges. Inside the town, there are a lot of ancient architectural old buildings constructed during the Ming and Qing dynasties. In this town, you will see many old antiques buildings as well as take a water taxi where you could get different feeling about China during your vacation.

Discover the unique traditional folk cultures of China as well as nature and historical relics around the town. Prepare yourself for its beauty.
 

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