Nanxun Ancient Town, Huzhou — A brilliant pearl carrying a thousand years of culture and showcasing the ancient charm of Jiangnan!

Exploring Huzhou Ancient Town｜Stroll through the water towns of Jiangnan and unlock a millennium of time scrolls🏮

🌈 Reasons to Visit
The soul of Nanxun water town! Hiding half of Jiangnan’s poetry🌿
Baijianlou: Ming Dynasty official residence corridor, dreaming by the river and water

🚗 Transportation Tips
📍 Baijianlou: Inside Nanxun Ancient Town, Nanxun District, Huzhou City
🚌 Take a bus from Hangzhou East Station to Nanxun Bus Station (1.5h), then a 10-minute taxi ride to the ancient town

🎯 Highlight Route
1️⃣ Baijianlou Residential Cluster ➡️ Zhang Jingjiang Former Residence
Baijianlou: Ming Dynasty official residence corridor! Early morning is perfect for shooting reflections on the water
📸 Tips: The square windows under the corridor roof are natural picture frames
Zhang Jingjiang Former Residence: Mansion of a Republic of China tycoon, touch the gilded stained glass windows

2️⃣ Xiaolian Villa ➡️ Jiayetang Library
Xiaolian Villa: Private garden of the richest man in late Qing Dynasty! Must-see lotus pond in summer
Jiayetang: Sacred place for ancient carved books, the spiral staircase on the second floor is a great photo spot

3️⃣ Yongxin Temple ➡️ Liu Family Staircase House
Yongxin Temple: Where Zen Master Zhiyong wrote the Thousand Character Classic! Red walls and bamboo shadows create a strong Zen atmosphere
Liu Family Staircase House: A blend of Chinese and Western architecture, Roman columns meet horse-head walls

🍜 Taste of Jiangnan
Shuangjiao Noodles: Old brand at Zhuangyuanlou, double the joy with crispy pork + fried fish
Dingsheng Cake: Soft and glutinous with red bean paste filling, best eaten hot for softness
Xunti: Traditional marinated pork trotters, perfect with yellow wine

📸 Best Photo Spots
Baijianlou: Lantern corridor in the morning mist
Xiaolian Villa: Reflection of the nine-curve bridge over the lotus pond
Yongxin Temple: Zen window with red walls and green bamboo

⚠️ Avoid Pitfalls
Many mosquitoes in summer! Bring mosquito repellent
Boat tours stop at 4 PM, plan your time accordingly