Huishan Ancient Town – Wuxi's Living Museum of Jiangnan Culture

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Nestled at the foot of Huishan Mountain in Wuxi, this 1,200-year-old water town is a rare UNESCO-listed gem that escaped mass commercialization. Wander through Song Dynasty clay-figure workshops, sip tea by ancient canals, and taste the legendary "Huishan Clay Figurines" – a national intangible cultural heritage.

✨ Why It Stands Out
✔ Authentic Unrestored Architecture: Over 100 Ming-Qing dynasty buildings still house locals (not just souvenir shops).
✔ Birthplace of "Wuxi Noodles": Slurp the sweet-and-savory congyou banmian at ancestral shops.
✔ Huishan Temple Complex: Home to the "Second Spring Under Heaven"– tea masters have brewed with this mineral water since the Tang Dynasty.

Post by Winnie21 | Jul 24, 2025