I made a special trip to Huzhou just for these 12 photos

"When Suzhou and Huzhou have good harvests, the whole world is well-fed"
Since ancient times, Huzhou has been a land of fish and rice
This severely underrated summer retreat city
Happens to embody the most Jiangnan charm in my heart
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🗺️ Two-day tour route around Lake Tai
DAY1: Xiaoxi Street - Zhuangyuan Street - Twin Towers - Xiangwang Park - Feiying Pagoda - Taihu Ancient Town
DAY2: Fisherman's Wharf - New Port Lighthouse - Huzhou Little Kamakura - Nanxun Ancient Town
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📷 12 photogenic spots:
Pic 1️⃣ Taihu Ancient Town
Best photo spot is on the bridge in front of Taihu Ancient Town Hotel, free performances to watch, fireworks show every Saturday at 9pm

Pics 2️⃣, 3️⃣ Xiaoxi Street
Huzhou's most worthwhile old street to explore, white walls and black tiles hide artistic charm, West Bank Contemporary Art Museum is a must for art lovers, experience Huzhou's slow life in teahouses

Pic 4️⃣ Xiangwang Park
Xiangwang Park framed with Renhuang Pavilion, the Overlord Gate built in memory of Xiang Yu, also the ruins of Huzhou's ancient city gate

Pic 5️⃣ Feiying Pagoda
One of Huzhou's Three Wonders - pagoda within pagoda, with a pond full of blooming lotus flowers

Pic 6️⃣ New Port Lighthouse
The lonely lighthouse at Huzhou Port, best shot during blue hour

Pic 7️⃣ Dongwu Twin Towers
Dongwu Twin Towers framed with the ancient-modern landmark Renhuang Pavilion

Pics 8️⃣, 9️⃣, 🔟 Fisherman's Wharf
Most romantic during blue hour, capture night views of Moon Hotel by the pier

Pics 1️⃣1️⃣, 1️⃣2️⃣ Nanxun Ancient Town
The most Jiangnan part of Huzhou, a must-visit in Huzhou, best photo spots at Baijianlou residential area and Tongjin Bridge