Popular ancient towns in Jiangnan: Jinxi Ancient Town
by OliverChamberlain58
Nov 19, 2023
Jinxi Ancient Town is a Jiangnan water town with a history of over two thousand years. It is known as the "Hometown of Chinese Folk Museums," preserving numerous cultural landscapes, historical sites, and countless buildings with unique Ming and Qing characteristics.
Attractions: Tongshen Royal Court, Chenfei Water Tomb, Lianchi Zen Temple
Adult Ticket🎫: 65 yuan/ticket
Public 🚍 Transportation: There are private cars from Kunshan Railway Station to Zhouzhuang, with a stop at Jinxi.
Jinxi Ancient Town, a thousand-year-old water town, is named after a small stream in the town that shines like a brocade belt. The town is surrounded by water, with streets and alleys along the water, and ancient bridges connected in succession... It is known for its "36 bridges and 72 kilns."
The establishment and evolution of Jinxi, with changes in the town's name, have spanned over 2500 years.
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