CHONG TUCK WEI
December 24, 2024
Wuzhen is often dubbed a ‘Venice of China’
It’s well worth a visit to its charming old residence.
Nearby, visitors will find places for al fresco meals, with delicious dishes served as you sit on wooden benches with a view of the tower temple, willow trees, bridges, river and pagodas.
The town perhaps only truly feels serene in the early mornings and evenings, when crowds are largely absent. Day-trippers will likely miss the best times, when ambling around the ancient town becomes a quieter, contemplative affair.
I went to Wuzhen for two days, one night with four people and stayed in the homestay with scenic view for one night, four Xizhamen, boating, morning tea, mostly cost-effective.
You need to make an appointment to have breakfast here. The breakfast was well presented. We ate, sat down and stayed for a long time.