China has both an intriguing history and a powerful present making the large nation an intricate mix of old and new. While its cities are bursting with commercial activity, the nation also has towns where China’s beautiful heritage and unique traditions have been well preserved. The traditional Chinese lifestyle is unique to that anywhere in the world, so visitors to China’s great cities should take the time to get familiar with the customary way of life in the towns as well. One town that visitors have always cherished is the beautiful Zhujiajiao Water Town, one of the best loved locations in the region.
On first impression visitors who enter the Zhujiajiao Water Town will feel they are in Venice, as the beautiful destination is complete with attractive water ways that flow across the city. There are many bridges and canals adorned with various interesting boats all across this beautiful town which have led to it being called a water town. Yet on closer look visitors will realize that the town overflows with the individuality that China boasts, with beautiful oriental architecture and style in every corner. The town had its origins more than a thousand years ago, and visitors to this serene location will truly get an insight into the value of the Chinese heritage.
It is not only the genuine oriental ambiance in the Zhujiajiao Water Town that can be appreciated. When in the town there are a host of water tours that visitors can be a part of and it is an interesting way to explore the fine surroundings. On these tours visitors will get the opportunity to see some of the town’s iconic buildings and temples with tour guides to explain the value of the sites. The Great Quin Post Office is a spot in the town that visitors must stopover at; opened in 1903 the monumental structure has history echoing from its walls. There are several other attractions, from museums to art galleries that reflect Chinese culture in this beautiful town only a short distance from Shanghai.
A comfortable Shanghai city hotel is an ideal place to stay at when intending to visit the water town. Millennium Hongqiao Hotel Shanghai is a fine choice, and a popular Shanghai Hotel among visitors.