Keyan Luzhen: A Century of Literature in a Jiangnan Water Town

Keyan Luzhen is a physical representation of "hometown" from Lu Xun's writings. With its waterside scenery, ancient building complexes, and folk culture, it recreates scenes from classic novels such as "The True Story of Ah Q" and "Blessing." Keyan is famous for its stone culture, while Jian Lake showcases the charm of a water town. Strolling through the streets, you'll see stone slab bridges with awning boats passing through, as well as performers dressed as Ah Q and Xianglin Sao from Lu Xun's stories, making you feel as if you've stepped back into Shaoxing a century ago. Walking into Luzhen is both a literary journey and an immersive experience of a Jiangnan water town. Here, the stories of Lu Xun intertwine with reality. Every brick and tile carries the weight of history, and every soft Wu dialect is captivating. [Route Planning] Visitor Center → Keyan Scenic Area Entrance → Keyan Tiangong Buddha → Hundred Boat Pier (awning boat or walk to the opposite bank) → Jingshui Bridge → Ancient Towpath → Huafang Pier (take a large boat) → Luzhen Grand Theater Pier (disembark) → Luzhen Stage → Luzhen Market → Commercial Street. [Must-See Attractions] (Worship the Big Buddha/Watch a Village Opera/Take a Boat Trip on the Lake/Kong Yiji) ① Keyan Statue ② Tiangong Buddha ③ Puzhao Temple ④ Seven Star Rock (you can see many small fish nearby) ⑤ Ancient Towpath (stone road) ⑥ Luzhen (small bridges and flowing water/ancient stone archways) Over thousands of years, quarrying in Keyan has created numerous stone walls, with the "Tiangong Buddha" standing tall in the center of the lake. By the Qing Dynasty, the "Eight Views of Keyan" had formed, making it a very photogenic spot. In addition to the solemn stone Buddha, there is also the "Number One Stone in the World" inscribed by Mr. Qigong. "Jian Lake" is as clear as a mirror, reflecting the blue sky, white clouds, and weeping willows on the banks. Boating on the lake, with distant mountains and swaying flowers nearby, it's like a beautiful ink painting that makes you feel relaxed and happy. Luzhen's charm lies in its preservation of the ancient and simple style of a Jiangnan water town, as well as its rich cultural atmosphere. Strolling through the streets, you can almost hear Ah Q's laughter echoing in your ears and see Kong Yiji writing in the Xianheng Tavern... Watch "Luzhen Village Opera," a "water town version of the Song of Everlasting Regret." Set against the backdrop of Luzhen and its characters from Lu Xun's novels, the story follows an elementary school student who accidentally travels back to Luzhen a century ago. The plot revolves around his attempts to escape, which are thwarted at every turn. It immersively showcases the turbulent and fateful stories penned by Mr. Lu Xun. [Travel Tips] ① About various tickets: Luzhen and Jian Lake are free. Keyan Scenic Area is CNY 80. Huafang boat is CNY 15 per person and allows you to tour Jian Lake. Awning boat is CNY 80 per boat (seats 3 people) and only travels in Luzhen, not Jian Lake. ② "Luzhen Village Opera" performance: Ticket is CNY 128, with two shows daily at 13:30/19:30. Package ticket is CNY 130 (including admission ticket + Huafang boat + awning boat). ③ Unique perspective: The third floor of Kuiwen Pavilion offers a panoramic view of Luzhen, allowing you to experience the waterside charm of "houses lining the river." In the evening, when there are few tourists in the ancient town, the ancient streets illuminated by lights are even more charming in the tranquility, making it a perfect time for taking photos. ④ Food recommendations: There are restaurants such as Xun Bao Ji and Zhu Fu Cai Guan near Luzhen, serving Shaoxing home-style dishes. There are fewer tourists for dinner. In Luzhen, be sure to try a bowl of authentic Shaoxing rice wine.