Wujiang Zhenze Ancient Town Travel Guide
Scenic spot introduction:
Zhenze Ancient Town in Wujiang, the famous hometown of silk in my country and the "West Gate" of Wujiang, is a famous town in the south of the Yangtze River with a history of more than 2,000 years. Although Zhenze is not as well-known as ancient towns such as Tongli and Xitang, it is refreshingly exquisite and perfect. The oldest and most influential "Two Pagodas and One Tomb" has been listed as a national-level provincial key protected monument. Walking in the ancient town, you will find ancient bridges, ancient pagodas, ancient temples, ancient streets, and ancient houses. Every historical site is the narrator of a piece of history, and every piece of history is full of touching or gentle stories. Times have changed, and Zhenze has transformed from a war-torn village into a major economic town today. But what remains unchanged is the ancient town’s original scenery, simple residents, and long history, as well as the endless history. cultural charm.Attractions distribution:
Zhenze Ancient Town is located about 50 kilometers south of the ancient city of Suzhou, adjacent to Zhejiang Province. On both sides of the long river in the ancient town, there are major attractions such as Shijian Hall, Ciyun Temple Tower, Yuji Bridge, Pagoda Street, Wenchang Pavilion, Juji Pavilion Coin Museum, Wang Xichan Memorial Hall, China Taihu Farm Cuisine Culture Exhibition Hall, Jiangsu Province It is supplemented by the Agricultural Machinery Museum, Zhenze History, Humanities and Folklore Exhibition Hall, Zhenze Park, Xinshen Farm, Jiangsu Zhenze Provincial Wetland Park, etc. The eight landscapes unique to Zhenze Water Town, including "Ciyun Sunset", are extremely beautiful.Scenic spot qualifications:
It is a national 4A-level scenic spot, a famous historical and cultural town in Jiangsu Province, a famous historical and cultural town in China, the hometown of silk in China, a famous linen town in China, the hometown of Taihu farm food in China, and a town with beautiful environment in the country.Scenic spot features:
Leisure, sightseeing, photography, visiting ancient times, ancient town tours, folk culture tours, ancient towns, ancient pagodas, architecture, museums, rivers, wetlandsTransportation
Scenic spot location:
China>Jiangsu Province>Suzhou City>Taicang City>Zhenze Town
How to get there:
Bus route: From Suzhou South Bus Station, North Bus Station and Wujiang Bus Station, you can take long-distance buses to Zhenze. There are multiple buses from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Self-driving route:
1. Depart from Suzhou and take the Sujiahang Expressway → Shensu-Zhejiang-Anhui Expressway and leave at the intersection of Zhenze and Qidu. The journey takes about 40 minutes.
2. Depart from Hangzhou and take the Hangning Expressway → Shanghai-Jiangsu-Zhejiang-Anhui Expressway and leave at the intersection of Zhenze and Qidu. The journey takes about two hours.
3. From Shanghai, take the A9 to the intersection of Zhenze and Qidu. The journey takes about one and a half hours.
Scenic area map:
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Tickets
Ticket prices for Zhenze Ancient Town:
Adult combined ticket (Shijian Hall + Ciyun Temple Tower + Wenchang Pavilion): 75 yuan
Preferential policies: children under 1.2 meters (including 1.2 meters), active military personnel, and Chinese senior citizens over 70 years old with seniority certificates Tickets are free; Chinese seniors aged over 60 but under 70 can purchase discounted tickets with valid ID.
Scenic area opening hours:
08:00–16:00
Travel Tips
travelling guideline:
The first three entrances of Shijian Hall can be visited without tickets, while the fourth to seventh entrances require tickets to enter. They are the essence of Shijian Hall.
The "Zhenze Silkworm Flower Festival" will be held in early May, with a ceremony to worship the silkworm god and an exhibition of silk products.
During the Spring Festival, China Tourism Day, Dragon Boat Festival, etc., the ancient town will launch corresponding activities or ticket discounts.
Tour route:
1. Ancient town tour: Wenchang Pavilion → China Taihu Farm Food Culture Exhibition Hall → Jiangsu Provincial Agricultural Machinery Museum → Yuji Bridge → Ciyun Temple → Pagoda Old Street → Shijian Hall → Jufu Pavilion Coin Museum → Wang Xichan Memorial Hall → Zhenze Park → Canal Scenic Belt
2. Leisure tour: Wenchang Pavilion → China Taihu Farm Food Culture Exhibition Hall → Jiangsu Agricultural Machinery Museum → Yuji Bridge → Ciyun Temple Pagoda Old Street → Shijian Hall → Jufenge Coin Museum → Wang Xichan Memorial Hall → Xinshen Farm → Malifang
3. Ecological Tour: Wenchang Pavilion → China Taihu Farm Food Culture Exhibition Hall → Jiangsu Agricultural Machinery Museum → Yuji Bridge → Ciyun Temple Pagoda Old Street → Shijian Hall → Jufu Pavilion Coin Museum → Wang Xichan Memorial Hall → Longjiangqiao Village Picking Garden
Best time to visit:
Spring and Autumn
Shopping recommendations:
(Shopping) Dried black tofu, crispy stockings, soy sauce pork, and kohlrabi.
(Gourmet food) Smoked bean tea, Wujiang three-course tea, Dingsheng cake, small wontons, tofu pudding, mutton noodles, soup dumplings, Taihu farm dishes.
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