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Poetic and picturesque, the beauty of Zhouzhuang

The water in Zhouzhuang is a flowing poem, the bridges are three-dimensional paintings, and every scene is refreshing. Whether it is the early morning mist or the evening sunset glow, every corner of Zhouzhuang is full of poetry and painting. Game guide Transportation: You can take the high-speed rail to Kunshan South Station, and then transfer to bus No. 133 to Zhouzhuang. Tickets: You can book tickets on Ctrip one day in advance, and enter the scenic area directly by swiping your ID card the next day. Recommended attractions: Zhouzhuang Chen Hall: This is a well-preserved Qing Dynasty residence in Zhouzhuang. It is said to contain the cornucopia of Jiangnan tycoon Shen Wansan. You can touch it to get some good fortune! Zhangting: It is a typical official residence built in the Ming Dynasty. The back garden is very beautiful. You can also visit it. Shuangqiao: This is the most distinctive ancient bridge in Zhouzhuang. It is the best place to take photos of the Jiangnan water village. It is a great place to take photos. There are also special rowing boats in the scenic area: it is best to watch them at night! The two sides of the river are really beautiful! Boat ticket price: 💰220 yuan/boat, which can seat six people.
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