“Summer” in the Jiangnan region—how could you miss Luzhi?-Luzhi Tourism_Luzhi Ancient Town 4A-level Tourist Scenic Area

By the Ming and Qing dynasties, merchants flocked to the region and its market towns flourished, giving rise to a picturesque water town. Fuli was already known by the names “Liu Zhi” and “Lu Zhi,” designations that have endured to this day; in their rhythmic alternation of level and oblique tones lies the very essence of the cherished Jiangnan landscape.

Today, Baosheng Temple still preserves the “Clay‑Buddha Arhats” created by Yang Huizhi, the “Sculpture Sage” of the Tang dynasty—lifelike figures that carry forward the refined elegance of both Tang grandeur and Song charm.

Passing through the old street, the closely packed little shops and the steady stream of boats and visitors faintly evoke the bustling, everyday vitality of the “Xihui Dawn Market.”

The quaint, weathered stone arch bridge seems to have stepped straight out of bygone days, showcasing the storied splendor of the “Museum of Ancient Chinese Bridges.”

A place of outstanding people and beautiful scenery.

Continuing the cultural heritage of Jiangnan.

　　Luzhi has long cherished culture and education; over the centuries, its gentle misty rains have nurtured countless distinguished scholars and masters, while also drawing numerous literati and artists who have flocked here to immerse themselves in the poetic charm of the Jiangnan water towns.

The cultural heritage has endured unbroken: Lu Guimeng, upon retiring to Fuli, left behind the reclusive verse, “With several sails unfurled in drunken ease, I wait only for the carp‑sized breeze”; and in the Yuan dynasty, Lu Dechuang founded the Fuli Academy, fostering a profound humanistic tradition.

　　Ye Shengtao began his teaching career at the “Fifth High School,” marking the start of both his educational and literary pursuits, while Wang Tao left Luzhi to found the “Circular Daily”…

This summer, follow the educational tour route “Carrying Forward the Virtues of Luozhi’s Esteemed Forebears” to visit the Ye Shengtao Memorial Hall, the Shen Residence, the Wang Tao Memorial Hall, and the Wansheng Rice Trading House, gaining insight into the lives and achievements of renowned figures and carrying forward the enduring spirit of cultural heritage.

Small bridge, flowing water

A sentiment that embraces the life of the water towns

　　With a riverside‑and‑street layout crisscrossed by bridges, this place is a poetic water town born of bygone days—its delicate little bridges and flowing streams, the rhythmic splash of oars and the flickering glow of lanterns, all conjure up a水墨‑like tableau, making it a cherished haven where visitors come to lose themselves in the tranquil charm of Jiangnan.

Board a hand‑rowed boat and glide along the long, meandering waterway, taking in the breathtaking views of an array of stone bridges—along with their reflections in the water and the dark-tiled roofs and white walls lining the banks—each scene exuding the quintessential charm of a Jiangnan water town.

Strolling through long streets and narrow alleys, you can immerse yourself in the everyday lives of the waterside villagers, seeking the graceful silhouette of the “Qinglian Shan”—the traditional attire of women in Luzhi’s water towns—and savoring the elegant, fluid movements of a Luzhi Lianxiang dance. This vibrant tapestry of intangible cultural heritage carries forward the ingenuity and wisdom that have long defined life in these idyllic waterside communities.

To savor Luzhi is to savor the salty, fragrant crunch of its radishes, the delicate, fresh aroma of Fuli duck soup, the sweet, refreshing essence of the “Eight Aquatic Delicacies,” and the glistening, glutinous fragrance of Luzhi rice. And then there are delicacies like begonia cakes and pumpkin cakes, along with authentic Suzhou-style cuisine—each one evoking a longing for life in this waterside town.

Suzhou’s 2,500-year-old Wu culture, steeped in profound cultural heritage.

It has nurtured the blossoming of Jiangnan culture, with branches laden with flowers.

The ancient town of Luzhi, with its long history and profound cultural heritage.

It is but a delicate, graceful blossom on the branch.

Come to Luzhi.

Encountering a Jiangnan of Dreams

The ancient town of Luzhi holds the Tang‑style poetic charm of “Three Thousand Li of Chang’an.”

Notice | The Baosheng Temple Ancient Relics Museum is temporarily closed to the public.