Zhouzhuang (Chinese: 周莊) is a town famous for its canals in Jiangsu (江蘇) province, China. It is located within the administrative area of Kunshan (崑山), 30 km southeast of the city centre of Suzhou (蘇州).
Zhouzhuang is a popular tourist destination, noted for its profound cultural background, the well preserved ancient residential houses and the elegant watery views.
During the Northern Song Dynasty, a very devout Buddhist surnamed Zhou, donated his lands to a Buddhist Temple, Zhouzhuang got its present name.
The scenery in Zhouzhuang has already been famous, its fame proliferating after the praise and visitation of some famous photographers.
Zhouzhuang is one of the most famous water townships in China, It has been called the ‘Venice of the East’.
If you want to take good photos in Zhouzhuang, Choumeizai suggests you should come here early in the morning, although the shops haven’t opened yet, you can avoid crowds and enjoy the peace of this beautiful water town.
