I thought Kyoto was stunning enough, until I discovered this place—Puyuan Fashion Ancient Town in Jiaxing

Jiaxing, you're way too low-key! Such a hidden gem of an ancient town, yet not heavily promoted! It's 3 times larger than Wuzhen, with fewer crowds and breathtaking scenery—perfect for photos. Workers from the Jiangsu-Zhejiang-Shanghai area, hurry over—it's just a 1.5-hour direct trip!

As a classic Jiangnan water town, it’s the ultimate spot for water fun and summer escapes, a true paradise for introverts and extroverts alike.

As a hardcore introvert, I must recommend the water sound bath therapy—floating on the water while listening to the ethereal singing bowl sounds, as if all your worries are carried away by the ripples. It’s pure "soul massage"! The sound therapy sunbathing is also incredible—basking in the sun while soaking in healing melodies, the relaxation is next-level.

For extroverted friends, dive straight into the summer-exclusive water games: paddleboarding until you scream, launching water fights in the alleys, or endless water gun battles—adrenaline pumping, so chill!

At night, the ancient town shifts into a gentle mode. Drifting under the starry sky on a boat, watching lanterns reflect on the water with a soft breeze—pure magic. After docking, head straight for a cool evening meal in the courtyard, savoring delicious food under a sky full of stars—utter bliss.

Beyond water fun, Puyuan hides unique Chinese aesthetics in these spots:

- Fushan Temple: Home to two thousand-year-old ginkgo trees, climb the tower for a panoramic view of the ancient town.
- Siwan Street: A quaint alley that feels like stepping back into the Song Dynasty.
- Shufang Zen Garden: Puyuan’s iconic water pavilion, a photographer’s dream.
- Beilang Bridge: Captures reflections of Fushan Pagoda and the ancient town—every shot is postcard-worthy.
- Umbrella Alley: Covered with traditional oil-paper umbrellas, oozing Jiangnan charm.
- Infinity Pool: After a day of fun, stay at Meishang Resort Hotel and swim in the infinity pool while watching the sunset—pure luxury~

Post by ViljaKoskinen | Jul 15, 2025