Wuzhen is one of China’s best-preserved ancient water towns, featuring tranquil canals, historic courtyard residences and stunning lantern-lit night scenery. Explore traditional craft workshops, stroll along riverside paths, and immerse yourself in the peaceful atmosphere of old Jiangnan.

Xitang is a thousand-year-old water town famed for its iconic covered waterfront corridors that stretch along winding canals. Lined with red lanterns and time-honored shops, it offers a slow-paced, authentic glimpse of local Jiangnan daily life.

Tongli is a historic water town renowned for its UNESCO-listed Retreat & Reflection Garden, a masterpiece of classical Chinese garden design. Cross its 49 ancient stone bridges, wander past riverside residences, and experience the elegant beauty of Jiangnan garden culture.

Nanxun is a distinctive water town known for its unique blend of traditional Chinese architecture and Western-style merchant mansions from the late Qing era. Explore exquisite classical gardens and historic villa complexes to learn about ancient Jiangnan merchant culture.

Suzhou is celebrated as China’s city of gardens, home to multiple UNESCO World Heritage classical gardens. Wander through iconic sites like the Humble Administrator’s Garden, where rockeries, ponds and pavilions form a miniature poetic landscape.

West Lake, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Hangzhou, is the iconic natural landmark of the Jiangnan region. Walk along willow-lined causeways, take a leisurely boat ride, and enjoy the timeless, elegant scenery of southern China’s most famous lake.

Luzhi is a 2,500-year-old water town known as the “museum of ancient bridges” for its 41 well-preserved historic stone bridges. With fewer crowds and authentic local life, it offers a quiet, off-the-beaten-path Jiangnan experience.