Zhouzhuang lies at the middle between Shanghai and Suzhou, is an ancient town of Kunshan China tours
City, Jiangsu Province, where abounds with rivers and lakes. So it is
thought by many to be the best waterside town in China. This ancient
town has a history of more than 900 years old with many houses built in
the Ming and Qing Dynasties. There are about 100 houses with courtyards,
and 60 of them have arch gateways made by carved bricks.
Born
in Zhouzhuang, Ye Chucang (1887-1946) was a poet and a statesman. He
was a graduate of Suzhou High School. When he came home during one
winter vacation, he saw the destructive effects of gambling and Yangtze River cruises
opium on the population. He was credited with organizing a group of
young people to publicize and steer people away from these harmful
activities.
His residence, Zuyin Hall, located on Xiwan Shanghai tours
Street facing north, was built in the Qing Dynasty and has five
courtyards. The Main Hall was his studio and the Rear Hall was a place
where he received friends.Most of the star-grade hotels in Zhouzhuang
are located in the New City area and there are many, including the
Zhouzhuang Hotel, Zhouzhuang Grand Hotel, Yunhai Resort and many more. A
lot of private guesthouses have also been built.
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