Wuzhen Ancient Town and Nanxun Ancient Town, located in Tongxiang District, Jiaxing City, Zhejiang Province and Nanxun District, Huzhou City, respectively, are both famous historical and cultural ancient towns and national 5A-level scenic spots. Both have deep historical and cultural heritage, but there are also some differences. Wuzhen is the representative of the water town in the south of the Yangtze River and the permanent site of the World Internet Conference. Nanxun Ancient Town pays attention to the protection of traditional culture and historical heritage, and retains more historical features. Both have their own characteristics, so you can choose a destination based on your interests.
Wuzhen Ancient Town: a national 5A-level scenic spot, a representative of the water towns in the south of the Yangtze River, and the permanent site of the World Internet Conference
Wuzhen is located at the north end of Tongxiang, Jiaxing City, Zhejiang Province, is a town with a history of more than 7,000 years and a history of more than 1,300 years. The water system here is developed, and the ancient town is divided into four blocks, namely the East Gate, the South Gate, the West Gate and the North Gate. The architectural style of Wuzhen is unique, most of which are buildings in the Ming and Qing dynasties, and have the typical characteristics of water towns in the south of the Yangtze River. A large number of celebrities have also emerged here, such as Mao Dun, Mu Xin and so on. It is also home to the permanent site of the Wuzhen Theatre Festival and the World Internet Conference, making Wuzhen a place where culture, art and technology meet.
The main scenic area of Wuzhen is divided into two parts: East Gate and West Gate
Dongzha: Jiangnan Wood Carving Exhibition Hall, Mao Dun's Former Residence, Jiangnan Hundred Bed Museum, Old Street Long Lane, Hongyuan Tai Dyeing Workshop, Fengyuan Shuangqiao, Xia Tongshan Old Residence, Xiuzhenguan Ancient Stage, Huiyuan Pawnshop, etc.;
Xizha: Muxin Art Museum, White Lotus Pagoda, Hall on Hall, Mao Dun Memorial Hall, Mao Dun Cemetery, Zhaoming Academy, Wang Huiwu Memorial Hall, Yichang Ye Fang, Water Stage, Herbal Dyeing Workshop, Wucun, Wuzhen Grand Theater, etc.
Nanxun Ancient Town: a national 5A-level scenic spot, a famous historical and cultural town in China
In contrast, Nanxun Ancient Town pays more attention to the protection of traditional culture and historical heritage. Nanxun Ancient Town is located in Nanxun District, Huzhou City, at the junction of Jiangsu and Zhejiang provinces. There are many historical buildings, monuments and cultural heritages, such as the old residence complex of the Zhang family in Nanxun. During the Ming and Qing dynasties, it was a famous silk town in the south of the Yangtze River, and it was an ancient town in the south of the Yangtze River with sufficient cultural resources and a combination of Chinese and Western architecture. It is also a famous historical and cultural town in China.
Nanxun Ancient Town is also a place known as the "State of Culture" and "the Hometown of Poetry and Books", and there have been many famous figures, such as Zhang Jingjiang, one of the founders of the "Xiling Seal Society", Zhang Shiming, a famous poet and essayist, and so on. The neighborhoods of Nanxun Ancient Town are also more authentic and retain more historical features.
The main attractions include: Xiaolian Village, Jiayetang Library Building, Zhang Shiming's Former Residence, Liu's Ladder Number, Baijian Building, Zhang Jingjiang's Former Residence, Qiu Shuli, Nanxun Wenyuan, Jili Lake Silk Museum, Guanghui Palace, etc.
Overall, both Wuzhen and Nanxun Ancient Town have unique charm and value, and tourists can choose a destination that suits them according to their preferences and interests. If you like the fusion of modern technology and art, you can choose to go to Wuzhen; If you prefer the preservation of traditional culture and the inheritance of historical heritage, you can choose to go to Nanxun Ancient Town.