Zhouzhuang Town, Water town in Kunshan, China
Zhouzhuang stands on a network of canals with 14 stone bridges connecting residential areas where 800 traditional houses line the waterways.
The town changed its name from Yaocheng to Zhouzhuang in 1086 when Zhou Digong made a land donation for the construction of Quanfu Temple.
The Double Bridge system, consisting of Shide Bridge and Yongan Bridge from Ming Dynasty, represents the architectural ingenuity of water town construction.
Visitors reach Zhouzhuang through regular bus services and high-speed trains connecting to Suzhou, with multiple accommodation options near the canals.
The Shen House compound contains 100 rooms that display residential architecture of Ming Dynasty merchants, including carved beams and decorated halls.
Location: Kunshan
GPS coordinates: 31.13096,120.83553
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:15
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