Not Just Another Water Town: What Makes Nanxun So Different

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🏯 East–West Architectural Fusion

Unlike most ancient towns with purely traditional Chinese style, Nanxun integrates Western architecture into its mansions and gardens — glass windows, columns, and European facades coexist with curved roofs and wooden carvings.

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🧵 Silk Capital Heritage

Nanxun was once the wealthiest silk-producing town in China.

Unlike Wuzhen or Tongli, which focused on transport or trade, Nanxun’s silk industry drove both its wealth and cultural sophistication.


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Post by miniiiiiiii | Aug 4, 2025