[2025 Taicang Attraction] Travel Guide for Shaxi Ancient Town (Updated Jan)

Actually, there is also a Shaxi ancient town in Kunming, but this Shaxi ancient town is far away yet close at hand. It's visible and tangible. It is located at No. 142 Baiyun Middle Road, Taicang City, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province. Navigate to the nearby Dongan Road parking lot, about a 10-minute walk away, parking fee is 3 yuan/hour, and 1 yuan for each additional hour. Ancient town ticket: Free (Tour time requires 1~2 hours) Here I found a small shop of hand-painted fans, the fans are hand-painted by the boss on the spot, 15 yuan each, the price is reasonable. The surrounding area is full of small shops owned by locals, there are also pickles made by the old lady herself, small tea houses, and you can also find some old items, etc. There are many merchants selling local specialties in the middle, such as freshly fried meat floss, cloud cake, lard rice candy, pine nut candy, sugar painting, etc. There are also many intangible cultural heritage handcrafts hidden in the ancient town, such as wood carving, bamboo weaving, etc. They are all made by the master on the spot, and you can buy them directly if you are interested. This ancient town has not been fully developed, there are many original residents, basically all in the West Market Street, where the prices are very cheap, locals set up small stalls, 5 yuan/large skewer of candied haw, 10 yuan a large bag of egg rolls, 10 yuan/jin of strawberries, basically no one on weekdays, it feels like having the whole place to yourself. The ancient architecture here is well preserved, mainly the layout of 'one river, two streets, three bridges, one island', the pace of life in the ancient town is very slow, many residents around sit at the door to chat, far from the tranquility of the city, those who like quiet can come for a walk, suitable for leisure travel! Shaxi Ancient Town

Hello~ Everyone! Today I'm going to share with you a super comfortable parent-child self-driving tour guide, the place we're going to is Yunnan! Yunnan's tourism development is very mature, all kinds of facilities are very complete, so here is definitely an ideal place for parent-child travel. Our itinerary is as follows: D1: Fly from Hangzhou to Kunming, after a short rest, you can stroll around Kunming city and feel the beauty of this spring city. D2: Take a high-speed train from Kunming to Lijiang (about 3.5 hours), rent a car and go directly to Shuhe Ancient Town and Tiger Leaping Gorge Scenic Area, this place is really beautiful! D3: Lijiang. Stroll leisurely in Shuhe Ancient Town in the morning, and in the afternoon we will go to Yak Meadow, where there are super cute yaks! D4: Lijiang. In the morning we will go to Pearl Sea, find a shepherd's house by a lake, children can experience horse riding, feeding lambs, in the afternoon we will go to Lijiang Ancient City to feel the charm of the ancient city. D5: Lijiang-Shaxi Ancient Town. After enjoying the hotel's breakfast, we drive to Zhongyi Market for a stroll, then set off for Shaxi Ancient Town, about 1.5 hours drive, the scenery along the way is really beautiful! D6: Free activities in Shaxi Ancient Town, here has simple architecture and quiet environment, is a good place for children to play. D7: Shaxi-Shangri-La, about 2 hours and 40 minutes drive, the scenery along the way is also magnificent. After arriving in Shangri-La, we will first go to Dukezong Ancient City for a stroll. D8: Shangri-La. Set off in the morning to Pudacuo National Forest Park and Tiger Leaping Gorge Scenic Area, return to the hotel for rest around 4 pm, and go to Dukezong Ancient City in the evening to feel the charm of the world's largest prayer wheel. D9: Shangri-La-Lijiang. We choose to take the national road, along the way you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Yunnan Plateau, it takes about 6 hours drive, but it's absolutely worth it! D10: Fly back to Hangzhou from Lijiang, ending this wonderful journey! I will share with you the detailed photos and itinerary of each day later! Our whole journey was very relaxed and pleasant, we will stay two nights in each place, the arrangement of scenic spots is not many, most of the time is free activities, children and we do not feel tired, this trip is really perfect~ I hope this guide can help you, if you have any questions or need to recommend more fun places, feel free to contact me! Wish you a pleasant journey~ 🚗🌴

The historical and cultural heritage of Shaxi Ancient Town is rich, and it preserves the unique Ming and Qing dying buildings, the deep ancient alleys, the ancient bridges and the former residences of historical and cultural celebrities. The Qipu River, which was excavated in the Song Dynasty, runs through the town. The river is wide and there is an island in the river. It is a major feature of the ancient town of Jiangnan. The ancient houses on both sides of the river are patchwork and row upon row. The streets along the river stretch for 1.5 kilometers, telling the prosperity of Shaxis former trade. There are three ancient stone arch bridges on the river (both Taicang City cultural relics protection units): Liji Bridge, Yongqiao Bridge, and Yixing Bridge, all with typical Qing Dynasty architectural style. Shaxi is also a place where humanities gather. Wu Xiaobang, an outstanding dance master of our country, was born here. He blended dance and life ingeniously and became one of the pioneers of Chinese new dance art. Combined with the traditional culture of the ancient town, Shaxi has carefully created poetry museums, woven pavilions, dance halls, and children's funhouses, so that visitors can enjoy leisure and entertainment as well as some knowledge and culture.

Shaxi is located in the middle of Taicang City, Jiangsu Province, 50 kilometers away from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport. The Shanghai-Nanjing Expressway has opened an exit here, only two hours from Shanghai to Shaxi. The ancient town of Shaxi has a long history, unique scenery and rich products. It is known as the Southeast Eighteen Town, Shaxi First Town.

Shaxi Ancient Town, the first thing that comes to mind is Dali, Yunnan, which is a major town on the ancient tea-horse road. However, in Taicang, Jiangsu, not far from Shanghai and Suzhou, there is also an ancient town of Shaxi. Not very famous, there are not many tourists, and no tickets are accepted. Shaxi Ancient Town is already a village in the Tang Dynasty, and it has a long history than many ancient towns. In the Yuan Dynasty, it became a marketplace, and the Ming Dynasty merchants became a major commercial and trade town. At present, there are more than 600 houses and more than 4,200 houses in the Qing Dynasty and the Republic of China, which are contiguous and fragmented. Alleys are narrow and long, and from time to time there are local old people living in the alleys slowly coming out. By the time of the Ming and Qing Dynasties, with the development of industry and commerce, a large number of merchants came into being, and it became a famous commercial and trade town. The Song Dynasty Fan Zhongyan presided over the Qiputang that runs through the town. The river is wide and there is an olive island in the river. It was cut off when the Xinqipu River was excavated in 1954. There are three ancient stone arch bridges on the river: Liji Bridge, Yongqiao Bridge and Yixing Bridge, all with typical Qing Dynasty architectural style. Meizu years, the town is booming. Supervising Yu Shi Su Zan's "Yu Shi Fu", Shanxi Road Yu Shi Cao Yu, the Criminal Department Langzhong Ye Yuchun and other officials, have built a government here, the street scene is good, "Shaxi Eight Views", far and near famous. The stone arch bridge is a good place to enjoy the scenery. There are no cruise ships in the river and the water is calm.

| Zen! Stay in a courtyard for five days! I don't want to go out. 🍃 In Shaxi Ancient Town, this place is suitable for people who like quiet. The entire courtyard design has many meanings, such as the stone placement in the atrium, which has Turtle Island and Crane Island. It is more of a wooden style, simple and high-end. 🍃 The homestay is made of pure wood, Japanese courtyard style with a sense of style, the entire homestay has seven rooms, you can sit on the corridor at night to drink tea and chat. 🍃 The room is clean and well-equipped, while enjoying the ancient atmosphere, you can also enjoy the convenience and comfort of modern life. The inn's courtyard is very suitable 🍃 for taking photos, and there are two cute kittens, the social cow shaomai and social fear shrimp dumplings are also delicious.

In winter, Dali is still as beautiful as ever 😎, and there are also cute seagulls 🦤 that fly in from faraway Siberia. The travel experience is really amazing 👍! Here are some places in Dali that are worth visiting in winter 📍: ✔ Yunxiang Mountain ⛰: The view is amazing 👍, and there is a large lawn on the mountain where you can camp and play 🏕. There is also a cafe ☕ on the mountain, where you can sit and enjoy coffee while overlooking the beautiful scenery of Dali. It's really relaxing 😜! ✔ Shaxi Ancient Town 🏘: This is the filming location of "Meet Yourself" 🎬. In winter, the whole ancient town is as beautiful as an oil painting 🖼. The pace of life of the locals is very slow, and the atmosphere is full of fireworks 😃! ✔ Shuanglang 🌊: This is a place that you will never get tired of visiting 😍. There are so many waterfront cafes where you can take photos ☕! ▫ Anyin Water Time: The restaurant area really has a foreign vacation vibe 😎! ▫ Anzhi Yingluo: The basement is recommended. The view is like a painting, and you can see Cangshan Mountain, Erhai Lake, and seagulls 🦤! ▫ Yunheju: There is a super large swing here, which is really fun 😜! ▫ Arcadia: The 270° sea view restaurant is amazing 👍! ✔ Longkan Wharf ⛵: This is a great place to see redwood trees and seagulls. There are more tourists, so it is recommended to come early 😉! ✔ Xingsheng Bridge 🌉: In addition to watching seagulls, you can also take exotic photos here 😎! 🚖 Transportation Tips 📋: Transportation between attractions in Dali is not very convenient, and taxis are the main mode of transportation 🚕!

Located in Shaxi Ancient Town, near Hehui River, close to the east gate of the ancient town, and within walking distance of Yujin Bridge. The courtyard is next to the east gate parking lot, and there are parking spaces for the inn. You can drive to the east gate parking lot. The Chinese-style decor is both stylish and modern, and the floor-to-ceiling windows offer a panoramic view of the natural scenery. The breakfast is rich, and the Chinese rice noodles and freshly brewed coffee are delicious. You can sit in the sun-drenched courtyard, drink coffee, and watch the kittens chase each other, or lie in your room and quietly watch the horses drink water and graze by the creek. At this moment, you can really feel the peace of life. There is free goodnight milk and afternoon tea.

I must recommend this independent courtyard homestay in Shaxi. I am already looking forward to coming back here again. If you are traveling with your family, I would be really sad if you don't stay here. The homestay has only two rooms, a dining room, a living room, and a garden. The whole family can enjoy a big house, close to the field, and the view outside the window is a wilderness. Location: 15 minutes walk from Shaxi Ancient Town, very convenient to see the morning mist, 12 minutes walk. Breakfast: Very rich, only can't finish it, stayed for a few days and changed the breakfast. Facilities: The room has floor heating, the owner turned it on before we came, the room temperature is above 19 degrees, the morning and evening in Shaxi is really cold, fortunately, I booked a room with floor heating. There is also a refrigerator with free beer and drinks. The picture is where I sunbathe in the small courtyard every day, and there is a dog that comes to sell cute from time to time. My parents live in a room with a garden on the first floor, and my father smokes very conveniently. We live in a room with a super good view on the second floor, and we can drink tea and wine around the fireplace at night. The owner really takes care of the small courtyard, and he can say that he is responsive, and the owner will help you think of what you can think of and what you can't think of, hahaha, because we are the only family of guests, friendly to people.

Did you know? There is a super charming place called Shaxi Ancient Town, which is not the Dali that everyone often talks about, but Taicang in Suzhou! Taicang is a county-level city under the jurisdiction of Jiangsu Province and is managed by Suzhou. The Shaxi Ancient Town here is different from the Shaxi in Yunnan, with its own unique charm. 😎 Shaxi Ancient Town is divided into East Street and West Street. West Street is full of cultural atmosphere, and it feels like every corner has a story to tell. 📜 East Street, on the other hand, is full of commercial snacks, and all kinds of food make your mouth water just by looking at them. There are many hamburgers and other foods. 🍔 It is only a 1-hour drive from downtown Shanghai, which is perfect for a spontaneous exploration trip! You can easily get there by car. 🅿️[Parking]: The parking lot costs only CNY 3 per hour, and there are many paid parking spaces on the roadside of the ancient town for CNY 4 per hour. 🎫[Tickets]: The ancient town itself is open to the public for free, and it takes about 1–2 hours to visit. You can enjoy the unique leisure and tranquility of the ancient town and take a break from your busy life. 👨‍👩‍👧[Recommended for leisure travel]: This place is especially suitable for family and friends to travel together, and you can spend a quiet and relaxing weekend together. 📸[Photo spots]: ✅The two white walls of Shaxi are super photogenic, and you can take a picture with a full sense of atmosphere. 🤳 ✅There is also the Xinhua Bookstore, which was built in the 1960s, and the sign "Xinhua Bookstore" on the wall was inscribed in 1948, full of retro feeling. 🖼️ ✅One river, two streets, and three bridges are also great. The ancient buildings are well preserved, and the slow pace of life shows the simplicity and tranquility of the ancient town, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. It is really like walking in a painting, a great place for quiet and leisure. 🌈 🍜[Snacks]: You can't miss the oil zanzi, meat floss, rice cakes, begonia cakes, grass cakes, and homemade pickles, cloud cakes, sugar paintings, starch sausages, lard rice candy, sweet cakes, and other snacks. 🍱[Food]: The home-cooked restaurants in the town are also good, with moderate taste and affordable prices. You can eat and stroll around, and enjoy the fireworks of the town, which is very comfortable. 🎨[Intangible cultural heritage handicrafts]: Wood carvings and bamboo weaving are interesting intangible cultural heritage handicrafts. The master makes them on site, which are both ornamental and practical. 👍 In addition, hand-painted fans, small tea houses, antique shops, etc., are also wonderful experiences not to be missed. Shaxi Ancient Town is really worth a visit, come on!

This ancient town with a history of more than 1,300 years is located in the middle of Taicang City. The area preserves a large number of waterfront buildings from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, long ancient streets, ancient alleys and simple ancient bridges, as well as the former residences of many historical and cultural celebrities. The ancient town has a unique layout, known as "one river, two streets, three bridges and one island". The Qipu River runs through the town, with ancient streets winding for three miles on both sides. Liji Bridge, Yixing Bridge and An Bridge connect the north and south. The scenery of Olive Island is unique. There are new bamboo pavilions and waterside pavilions on the island, and a large number of flowers and trees are planted. The commercial atmosphere of Shaxi Ancient Town is not strong, but you can feel the simple folk customs and the atmosphere of fireworks. There are many shops on the ancient streets, including traditional handicraft shops, costume rental shops and specialty pastry shops. There are also attractions such as Hu Xiaobang's former residence, Gong's Carving Hall, and Leyin Garden. The carved beams and painted buildings in the carved hall, rockery and pavilions in Leyin Garden are all available.

This is Shaxi in Taicang, not Yunnan, facing the sea There is not much commercialization here, and you can still experience the Jiangnan water town with small bridges and flowing water🍃 🎫 The ancient town is free. But small attractions charge a fee, including: Hongjing Past, Yahang, Tang Diao Research Institute, and Cultural History Museum Dad went in and felt it was not interesting, so you can ignore it❌ 🚩 It is recommended to enter from the north gate, where parking is free. Walk along the river on one side, and then walk back on the other side ⚠️ The road is a stone street, not very friendly to strollers 📍 Shaxi Ancient Town is divided into east and west streets, with the west street being cultural and the east street being commercial snacks 📸 Photo spots ✅ Two Shaxi white walls ✅ Xinhua Bookstore, built in the 1960s, with the sign "Xinhua Bookstore" on the wall inscribed in 1948 ✅ One river, two streets, and three bridges ✅ Small bridges and flowing water 🍡 Food and snacks Youzanzi, meat floss, rice cakes, begonia cakes, and grass head cakes 📷 Nearby attractions Yanshan Garden | A little-known place to enjoy autumn🍂 with ginkgo and red maple! Nanyuan | Pavilions, small bridges and flowing water, small and beautiful🍃 Taicang Art Museum | Geometric minimalist architecture, a must-visit Taicang Museum | Get to know a city starting from the museum Seventy-two Ideal Villages | Free and romantic Jiangnan countryside🌊 - 📝 Practical information 📍 Shaxi Ancient Town 🎫 The ancient town is free, but small attractions charge a fee 🅿️ There is a simple parking lot at the north gate, free of charge

Shaxi Ancient Town is located in Taicang, Suzhou City. The original ecological style of this ancient town has been well preserved. The large number of indigenous people has added a lot of vitality and vitality to the place. On the old streets of the ancient town, there is a dazzling array of snacks with a fragrant aroma, such as Yousazi, Begonia cake, wontons and noodles, which make people stop and taste them. Teahouses and coffee shops are scattered throughout the area, providing visitors with a haven to rest. Taicang’s specialty meat floss is the most famous. In fact, there are also meat floss bones, squirrel seabass and stewed chicken. The meat floss bone, in particular, is a non-heritage delicacy.

Senxi Hotel is located in Shaxi Ancient Town, Yunnan, a peaceful place in the midst of the hustle and bustle. It perfectly combines the architectural style of the new era with the simple wooden structure of nature. When you step into it, you can pass through different areas, from the outer courtyard to the lobby, from the tea room to the fireplace, and then to the independent water system inner courtyard, from indoor to outdoor, you can bathe in natural light, enjoy the different visual effects of light with temperature, and immerse yourself in it. . Every piece of soft decoration is carefully selected, and every room key is custom-made in pure copper. Every piece of tableware is carefully selected from abroad. Senxi is a quality of life, an attitude to life.

Shaxi Ancient Town is a typical strip-shaped water town. It is a national historical and cultural town, known for its unique river shed architecture and its complete ancient town layout of "one river, two streets, three bridges, and one island." The ancient town has a complete historical appearance and a certain scale, with cultural heritage and environmental elements that make up its historical appearance, and has high historical authenticity and typicality. It has one provincial-level cultural relic protection unit (Gong's Carved Hall) and three municipal-level cultural relic protection units (Liji Bridge, An Bridge, and Yixing Bridge), as well as the former residences of celebrities such as Cheng Muheng and Lu Jingshi, and important historical buildings such as the Yuan Changhe, Hu Jufeng, and Wan Hexiang commercial buildings.

| Shaxi Ancient Town. 🧚‍♀️When it comes to Shaxi, many people will think of Shaxi Ancient Town in Dali, Yunnan. In fact, there is also a Jiangnan water town with a history of more than 1,300 years near Shanghai - Shaxi Ancient Town! . 🏡It is located in the central part of Taicang City, Suzhou, and is hidden in the city. It stands quietly in the bustling commercial area. Shaxi Town once enjoyed the reputation of "the first town of the 18 towns in the southeast", and it still perfectly preserves the "one river, two streets, three bridges". . 🧡Walking in the ancient town, there are no fences in the scenic area, which are integrated with the streets. There are various Ming and Qing water buildings, ancient alleys, ancient bridges, pink and gray wall bricks, cyan tiles, red-brown wooden windows, smooth but uneven stone roads, historical and cultural celebrities' former residences, etc. Every place you see seems to be telling the life stories of the old street over the past hundreds of years.

Sha Xi Ancient Town is located in the central part of Taicang and is a Jiangnan water town with a history of over 1300 years. It preserves Ming and Qing dynasty waterfront buildings and long ancient streets, with alleys, ancient bridges, rivers, and former residences of celebrities all in place. 1. Climate and Temperature Taicang has distinct seasons, and Sha Xi Ancient Town presents different sceneries in different seasons. Spring and autumn are pleasant, with average temperatures around 15℃-25℃, making them the best seasons for visiting. Summer temperatures are higher, averaging between 25℃-35℃, so be sure to take sun protection and heatstroke prevention measures. Winter is relatively cold, with average temperatures around 0℃-10℃, and you can enjoy the winter snow scenery of the ancient town. 2. Per Capita Consumption Admission is free. For dining, snacks like wontons are affordable, and you can eat well for around 20-50 yuan per person. If you add some special souvenirs, the per capita consumption is about 100-200 yuan. 3. Nearby Food and Scenery 1. Food: • Pork Floss: There are a few shops selling pork floss in Sha Xi Ancient Town that are quite impressive, and the taste is delicious. It can be taken as a gift for family and friends. • Wontons: Any wonton shop you find will have great taste. • Chilled Mung Bean Soup: The chilled mung bean soup here has rice in it, giving it a unique flavor. 2. Scenery: • Commercial Street: There are many grocery stores, as well as nostalgic tailor shops and old-fashioned barber shops. • Water Town Scenery: Along the commercial street, there is a small river and ancient bridges. You can walk through the alleys connected to the ancient bridges to enjoy the standard water town scenery. • Le Yin Garden: An open garden built by a hermit at the end of the Yuan Dynasty. The garden is not small, but there are few tourists. • Former Residences of Celebrities: The former residence of Lu Jingshan, the Comic Strip Museum, Hongjing Past, Jiangnan Folk Modern Poetry Museum, Wu Xiaobang's Former Residence, and the Literature and History Museum, where you can feel the historical and cultural heritage of the ancient town. 4. Notes 1. The ancient town has parking lots, and there are marked parking spaces on the roadside, but roadside parking is more expensive than parking lots. Park according to the rules to avoid fines. 2. If you visit at noon on weekdays, there are very few tourists, and the ancient town is very quiet, but many shop owners will take a nap. 3. There may be elderly people begging at the entrance of Le Yin Garden, which can be a bit abrupt. 4. Some doors have plaques numbered as "Sha Xi Town Collective Assets". Do not damage them. Such an ancient town is worth a stroll if you pass by. If you come specifically to visit, it is recommended to stay for a few days to deeply integrate and feel the tranquility and beauty of the Jiangnan water town.

🏯Walking into Shaxi Ancient Town, time seems to slow down. The bluestone slab road is winding and twisting, and the ancient buildings are scattered. The smell of fireworks from the street shops makes people feel extremely warm. The stream in the town is gurgling, reflecting the blue sky and white clouds. Here, the soul has a quiet habitat, everything is so beautiful and pure💖, I really don't want to leave.

👍️Recommended reasons: Outside the hustle and bustle of the world, there is a piece of pure land that time has not forgotten - Shaxi Ancient Town. Every Friday's market day is a unique rhythm of life here, with fresh fruits and vegetables, authentic local specialties, and those woven bamboo baskets filled not only with items but also with love and persistence for life. The sight of an old lady carrying a basket on her back, eating and shopping, is the warmest touch in this picture of earthly life. At night, everything is silent, accompanied only by the starry sky and the breeze, making one forget the hustle and bustle and indulge in this rare tranquility and beauty. 📅Travel Guide: Pioneer Bookstore: Stroll between the fields and encounter this perfect blend of book fragrance and nature, enjoying a quiet reading time. Matchstick Coffee: Remember to book in advance, a cup of coffee, a leisurely afternoon, waiting for you to savor slowly. Mountain Wind Courtyard: Explore the wonderful combination of dyeing workshop and treehouse, feeling the collision of tradition and modernity. Three-One Coffee: Attic swing, accompanied by beautiful scenery, every sip of coffee is filled with romantic atmosphere. Half-Mountain Coffee: Although a short hike is required, the scenic beauty along the way makes the coffee at the top even more mellow. 🍜Food Guide: Love and Old Food: A cozy little shop, where the sister's craftsmanship makes every dish a work of art, exquisite and delicious. First Encounter Shaxi: A delicious recommendation visited many times, every bite is an ultimate pampering for the taste buds. Xiang 12: A must-visit for Western food lovers, a clever combination of exotic flavors and local ingredients. Donkey Beef Hot Pot with Skin, Rice Noodles: Authentic snacks that satisfy all your food fantasies, spicy and fragrant, with endless aftertaste. 🏨Accommodation Guide: Although the inns in the ancient town do not have air conditioning, the simplicity and tranquility are incomparable to air-conditioned rooms. If you don't mind, you can choose accommodation on the edge of the town, a short walk to enjoy a dual experience. Recommended Inn: Stay in a small house accompanied by a cat named 'Soy Milk,' wake up every day to enjoy the morning light with it, and listen to the Bai folk tunes, life is so pleasant. 💗Other Tips: Market Day Must-Visit: Every Friday is the best time to experience the most authentic lifestyle of Shaxi, don't miss this lively and simple scene. Night Tour of the Ancient Town: When night falls, Shaxi becomes more tranquil, so slow down and feel this rare tranquility and the beauty of the starry sky. Eco-Friendly Travel: It is recommended to walk or ride a bike in the ancient town, which not only exercises the body but also better integrates into this slow-paced time. Shaxi Ancient Town, a place where people don't want to leave once they come. Here, time seems to slow down, making people forget the troubles of the world, only willing to immerse in this tranquility and beauty.

Taicang Shaxi Ancient Town is located in the middle of Taicang City and is a Jiangnan water town with a history of more than 1300 years. The ancient town of Shaxi preserves Ming and Qing riverside buildings, long ancient streets, old alleys, simple ancient bridges, and the former residences of historical and cultural celebrities. Shaxi Ancient Town is 50 kilometers away from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport. It is more than 60 kilometers away from Shanghai, making it very suitable for a day trip, with plenty of snacks, local specialties, and restaurants.

| Is it an ideal utopia? Shiran Mountain House It's really too beautiful!! Every corner has been carefully designed, including the perfectly matched fresh flowers. The overall design is a rustic wooden style, with earthy rough walls, paired with a lot of wooden frames and glass, allowing sunlight to pour in anytime, anywhere, creating various shadows, and every casual photo looks great!! The homestay has 10 rooms, and we stayed in a family suite (there are two in the homestay), where an extra bed for children can be added. The housekeeper said that this room was the one where Sister Liu Yifei stayed during the filming period. The room's lighting is also very good!! There is a glass observation bay window where you can see the central courtyard of the homestay, with green plants, flowing water, and kittens, truly a paradise. There is also a small balcony with a chair, sitting and reading is very enjoyable. The location of the homestay is also very good, quiet within the noise, just 4 minutes away from the ancient town's Dongzhaimen, and a five-minute walk to Yujin Bridge. What's better is that it's not inside the ancient town, so cars can drive directly to the front door, which is key to not having to drag luggage over cobblestone roads. Now let's talk about breakfast, the breakfast is amazing!! Compared to the breakfast at Xilin Garden in the previous days, this one is even better. There are two choices: Western and Chinese. The Chinese option is rice noodles, and the Western option is sandwiches, both delicious!! There's also a goodnight sweet soup. The feeling is that the hotel owner is a designer who understands aesthetics

I thought Shaxi Ancient Town in Taicang was a niche place, but to my surprise, it was crowded on Saturday night. However, it was still quite pleasant, the liveliness was just right! The nearby Leyin Garden Hotel is worth recommending! It comes with its own garden, beautiful scenery, and a good mood! For dining, I recommend Xiyu Guan's pickled fish, located in an alley, freshly killed on the spot, and the taste is great!

Depart from Shanghai and arrive in Taicang within one hour, two hours from Changzhou. The city is not crowded, quiet and comfortable, with clean roads and low prices. The itinerary is rich and relaxed, with convenient and free parking at attractions, making it very suitable for weekend self-driving tours for people in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai. 🗓 Itinerary: Day1: Shaxi Ancient Town—Taicang Museum and Art Gallery—Haiyun Dike Style Street Day2: Nanyuan—Seventy-two Ideal Village—Liuhe Ancient Town ✅ Must Experience: Shaxi Ancient Town Free parking 🆓 A 1300-year-old ancient town in the south of the Yangtze River, retaining Ming and Qing waterside architecture, ancient alleys, quaint bridges, and the former residences of historical and cultural celebrities . Many residents live inside, with characteristic local snacks and handicrafts. Food Recommendations: Pickles, grass head cakes, Taicang pork floss, rice cakes, yunpian cakes, etc. Old Master Noodle Shop is a must-try, featured on Star TV and CCTV 👍🏻 Taicang Museum No admission fee 🆓 Closed on Mondays 9:00-16:00 The museum is adjacent to the library, art gallery, and grand theater. Inside the museum are five floors: The collection includes ceramics, bronzes, paintings, jade, and many other types, with maritime artifacts and local scholar artifacts from the Yuan and Ming dynasties as the main features. The first floor has two ships used by Zheng He on his voyages to the West, one of which can be boarded for a visit and photos 📸 The second floor displays Taicang's historical and cultural exhibits, including some indoor gardens and movies. The third floor houses the museum's collection, the Great Yuan Porcelain Warehouse, and the Loudong Painting School exhibit, etc. The fourth floor is the Taicang Revolutionary History Exhibition Hall. Taicang Art Gallery The art gallery has a very modern overall design, with micro-cement treated walls and tall staircases. The designer cleverly introduces natural light indoors, so even the first-floor exhibition hall is filled with sunlight. The courtyard is an imagistic garden, with large areas left blank and a few small but exquisite embellishments, providing a space for visitors to reflect after viewing the exhibitions. Haiyun Dike Rothenburg Style Street The overall architectural style can be said to have 'moved' the town of Rothenburg in Bavaria, Germany, to Taicang, perfectly restoring the town's appearance, with a strong German atmosphere coming to the fore. Nanyuan It was the private garden of Wang Wensu, a Ming dynasty chancellor, with a scene at every step, less ancient charm, more openness, more stunning than Suzhou gardens, and very worth visiting. If the parking lot is full, you can park in the alley next door and walk over. After visiting, you can have lunch at the Nanyuan Noodle Shop next door. Seventy-two Ideal Village At the entrance, there are some two-person and four-person bicycles and electric cars for rent. The place is super big, with sea views, market strolls, and crab catching, everything you could want . If you want to see the sea, you need to walk inside to see it, go for the sea breeze, and take amazing photos; if you're going to catch crabs, bring a net and be prepared to 'trek' through the mud; there's also a rice field and red windmills for photo opportunities. 📸 🍽 Dining Recommendations: Gegengyuan A local old shop, the signature is Taicang specialty pork floss bones, 13r each is really a good deal, sweet-tasting ribs Nanyuan Noodle Shop An authentic Suzhou-style noodle shop, thin noodles with toppings, also an old shop 🍜 80s Tea Restaurant Recommended by locals, the most authentic and delicious Hong Kong-style food in Taicang, very busy during meal times! Taicang has a very slow pace of life, very suitable as a weekend getaway from the city, with greenery everywhere, less commercialized ancient towns and villages by the river, really comfortable.

🌸 Shaxi Ancient Town = Free The ancient town is quite large and not overly commercialized. It's very photogenic when the weather is nice. Snack recommendations: grass head cake, shredded radish cake, meat floss green dumpling, Taicang meat floss (specialty). Just wandering around, you can eat your fill. 🌼 Taicang Museum and Art Gallery are free, no reservation needed. The two are close to each other, so you can check them both out together. Remember that the exhibition halls close at 16:30, so plan your time well, or you might miss out! The museum has a large ancient ship, with exhibits on all four floors, which you can visit for quite a while. The art gallery is also very photogenic outside, with its clean white architecture. 🔥 Haiyun Dike Style Street = Free It looks deserted during the day with few people around, but at night when the lights are all on, it's beautiful. Inside, there are European-style buildings and graffiti, great for taking photos, a bit like a cultural and creative district. There are many restaurants for dining, and it's quite nice to enjoy a meal with the lake breeze! It's recommended to come at night when the lights are beautiful~ 🌟 Nanyuan = Free A beautiful garden with lots of flowers and plants. It's said that it used to require an entrance fee, a 3A tourist spot, not much different from the popular gardens in Suzhou, and definitely worth a visit. 💫 Taro Ice Cream · Taicang's First 10r/bowl Put this first, no need to say anything else, just go for it! Really delicious! I bought coconut ice with lots of toppings! There's watermelon, taro, coconut ice, coconut slices, crushed peanuts, taro balls~ 🔥 Egg Meat Burger 6r/each, consistently delicious Plenty of meat filling, brushed with a layer of sauce on the outside, one word! Yummy!!!! ☁️ Northeastern Grilled Cold Noodles 8r/serving The owner is from the Northeast, very enthusiastic~ The grilled cold noodles are sour, sweet, and fragrant~ You can add fire turkey noodles, I saw many people eating it that way! They also have cabbage rice, which looks really tasty, and the portions are huge!

From north to south, the first is Shaxi Ancient Town, a place of great significance. A film crew once shot here for one and a half months, featuring Yujin Bridge, the ancient stage, Xingjiao Temple... and one of the main locations in the drama, the Breezy Tavern (Mint Coffee House). The bolete mushroom pizza is delicious, and it's recommended to try it as it appears in the drama. Every moment here makes the world seem peaceful and serene. The town is filled with delightful eateries and shops selling crafts and clothing, perfect for leisurely strolls. The second is Zhou Cheng, where the dyeing workshop from the drama—Pu Zhen Tie-Dye Museum—is located. Here you can experience tie-dyeing and also purchase some beautiful finished products. The third is Xizhou Ancient Town, which, to me, is the most beloved place next to Shaxi. It has a commercial vibe yet retains the original charm of the village. Besides the woodcarving and embroidery workshops in the town, there are rice fields outside the village, the 'Xu Hongdou Weeping Tree', and the 'Xie Zhiyao Xu Hongdou Horse Leading Spot'. The rice fields in winter have been harvested, leaving behind memories of the drama. The occasional electric car you encounter is identical to the one Xie Zhiyao drives in the drama. Next to the Xu Hongdou Weeping Tree is the Hetian Homestay (recommended). Xizhou has many delicious and attractive cafes, and if you have time, you can stay for a few more days. The fourth is Fengyangyi, also an important town on the ancient Tea Horse Road. The village paths are only accessible on foot, and there are two very beautiful homestays inside. One is the Breezy Courtyard from the drama, and the other is Xie Zhiyao's home. The Breezy Courtyard is not open for tours, but you can stay or enjoy afternoon tea; Xie Zhiyao's home has been converted into a homestay, fortunately, the owner still allows visitors to tour inside. Xie Zhiyao's room has been turned into a guest room, the living room where he watched TV with his grandma has become the front desk, the adorable stable has been transformed into a tea room, and the kitchen and courtyard retain their original purposes. Fengyangyi may be small, but it's beautiful and quaint, with villagers setting up stalls along the roadside just like in the drama. There aren't many restaurants here, but you can try the dairy fan and bait block sold by the villagers. These 4 breezy towns each have their unique flavor and have become the Yunmiao Village in the drama. I didn't meet Xie Zhiyao, but by following in Li Xian's footsteps, I also felt this tranquil and beautiful life.

❓Where is Nanyuan? It's in Taicang City. 🌱Without visiting the gardens, how can one appreciate the extent of spring's beauty? The spring in Nanyuan is not only about various flowers but also about the lush greenery of different trees. 🌲A 60-year-old hackberry tree has been living by the small river in Nanyuan, nourished by ample water, with intertwined roots, showing vigorous vitality. 🍃The bamboo grove in Nanyuan is lush and dripping with green, towering into the clouds, with a quiet green charm, highlighting the bamboo's elegant and noble quality, creating a very beautiful artistic conception! ✅Nanyuan is free to visit, no appointment needed 🌟Highlights: Jiangnan gardens, not crowded, excellent experience. Taicang attractions: Liuhe Ancient Town, Shaxi Ancient Town, Alps Snow World, Haiyun Dike, Taicang City Museum

►Historical Heritage ▪ Shaxi Ancient Town had already formed a village in the Tang Dynasty, and during the Yuan Dynasty, Tu Song moved westward, forming a market; in the Ming Dynasty, with accessible trade routes, it became a commercial hub. The street scenes improved daily, and 'The Eight Views of Shaxi' became famous near and far. During the Ming and Qing dynasties, a large number of merchants emerged, necessitating a place for cultural exchange and commercial activities. ▪ Shaxi Ancient Town was also one of the birthplaces of national industry. In the thirty-second year of the reign of Emperor Guangxu of the Qing Dynasty, Jiangsu's first light textile industry, Jitai Sha Factory, was born on the western streets of the town. ►Strolling through the Ancient Town ▪ The layout of Shaxi Ancient Town is relatively simple, with one river, two streets, three bridges, and one island. Qipu Pond has a history of over 1000 years and was an ancient river channel excavated under the supervision of Fan Zhongyan during the Song Dynasty. ▪ The two old streets of Henan and Tangbei, built along the banks of the old Qipu River, are typical layouts of ancient towns in the south of the Yangtze River. ▪ Residential houses and shops are lined up along the streets from east to west, with north-south alleys branching off, creating a well-ordered and clustered appearance. ▪ Shuixiangtang is an important part of the fire protection system of Shaxi Ancient Town, located on the lower banks near the water, with access to the street in front and the river at the back. Generally, seven or eight households would have one Shuixiangtang, which served three functions: for the upper bank residents to fetch water and navigate boats, as a fire-fighting water access, and as a firebreak. ►Visiting Time: 1-2 hours before sunset ►Transportation: Self-driving

1️⃣ Donglin Village Wheat Field Watcher's Journey🌾 Become a 'Watcher in the Wheat Field' in Donglin Village! Ride on the Pastoral Bullet Train, shuttle between the paddy fields and the woods, and feel the freshness and tranquility of nature. Just thinking about it feels so comfortable!🍃 2️⃣ Jin Cang Lake Park Lake-Circling Cycling🚲 At Jin Cang Lake Park, you can cycle around the lake, feeling the comfort and freedom of the lake breeze brushing your cheeks. If you get tired, you can find a comfortable spot by the lake to sit down and enjoy a leisurely afternoon.🌊 3️⃣ Dianzhan Village Rainbow Slide Adventure🌈 Dianzhan Village not only has a rainbow slide waiting for you to challenge, but also tanks, warships, rockets, fighter jets, and other military equipment for you to admire up close! Come here to start an exciting and interesting adventure!🚀 4️⃣ Line Friends Family Camping Village Check-in🐻🐰 Fans of Line Friends must check in at the camping village! Take photos with Brown Bear, Cony Rabbit, and Man Tou Man, and don't forget to accept James's proposal at the train restaurant, making your trip full of romance and sweetness!❤️ 5️⃣ Shaxi Ancient Town Food and Culture Journey🍡 Shaxi Ancient Town not only has delicious lard rice candy for you to taste, but also the 60-year-old Xinhua Bookstore to visit. Finally, sit at the entrance of Shaxi Middle School, drink tea, pet dogs, and bask in the sun, enjoying a leisurely time.🐶 6️⃣ Nanyuan Chrysanthemum Appreciation and Cultural Exploration🌼 Go to Nanyuan to admire chrysanthemums, look up at the plaques, 'Nanyuan' 'Hua Yu' are from the hand of Dong Qichang, allowing you to appreciate the beautiful scenery and feel the rich cultural atmosphere at the same time.📜 7️⃣ Taicang Museum Local History Journey🏛️ Friends who want to understand the local history of Taicang must go to the Taicang Museum! It houses a wealth of historical artifacts and materials, allowing you to easily understand the historical changes of Taicang.📚 8️⃣ Taicang Art Museum Internet-Famous Architecture Check-in📸 Taicang Art Museum's fair-faced concrete architecture is simply an internet-famous check-in holy land! Come here to take photos and make your social circle instantly explode!🔥 9️⃣ Citizen's Park Coffee and Flower Appreciation Journey☕️ Citizen's Park not only has beautiful tulips for you to admire, but also a comfortable coffee shop to sit down and have a cup of coffee. Enjoying flowers while sipping coffee is truly delightful!🌷 1️⃣0️⃣ Zheng He Park Oceanic History Journey🚢 Friends who want to learn about the oceanic history of Zheng He's fleet must go to Zheng He Park! Follow the footsteps of Zheng He's seven voyages to the Western Seas and experience the wisdom and courage of the ancients.📖

🏮 Shaxi Ancient Town in Taicang City was known as 'The First Town of the Southeast Eighteen Towns' during the Republic of China era. 🌆 Shaxi Ancient Town is a dozen kilometers away from the downtown area of Taicang City, which is adjacent to Kunshan and also close to the Jiading District of Shanghai. 💎 Shaxi Ancient Town, a famous historical and cultural town in China. 🎫 A free 4A tourist attraction 🌟 Highlights: Shaxi Old Street Wu Xiaobang's Former Residence ✍️ The old street of Shaxi Ancient Town largely retains the original appearance of the residential buildings. During the Spring Festival, there are quite a few tourists, and the parking lot is filled with vehicles bearing Shanghai or Jiangsu E license plates. 🏨 The commercialization of the ancient town is reflected outside the old street, where there are several nice homestays.

There are two ancient towns of Shaxi, located in Taicang, Jiangsu and Dali, Yunnan respectively. Taking advantage of the good weather before the Spring Festival, I visited the old streets of Shaxi Ancient Town in Taicang. ➡️One River refers to the Qipu that runs through the town from east to west. It was dredged in the second year of Song Jingyou (1035) by the famous minister Fan Zhongyan and has been around for nearly a thousand years. It plays an important role in both the farming of ancient ancestors and the lives of modern residents. ➡️Two Streets refer to the old streets along the river on the north and south banks of the old Qipu, which are divided into East Gate Street, Middle Market Street - West Market Street, and West Gate Street by Baiyun Middle Road. Walking along the street, you can see long windows and overhanging beams, and encounter the old charm and ancient style from time to time. Old houses and residences can be seen everywhere with green bricks and black tiles. The depth and length of the old street is rare in today's ancient towns in southern Jiangsu. ➡️Three Bridges, namely the three ancient stone arch bridges that span the Qipu and connect the old streets on the north and south banks, are the Liji Bridge, Yixing Bridge, and An Bridge. All have typical Qing Dynasty architectural styles. The three bridges curve like a rainbow, and the bridge body and shadow reflect a full moon. At present, these three ancient bridges are all cultural relics protection units in Taicang City.