Crowded in Wuzhen? Tongli's "Living Jiangnan" is the true poetry

Compared to the hustle and bustle of Wuzhen, I love the quiet and far-reaching poetic charm of Tongli more🌊
📍Suzhou · Tongli Ancient Town
"Authentic water town, old Jiangnan" is really not just a gimmick! Quieter than Zhouzhuang, more lively than Wuzhen, even the stone-paved roads seem to tell stories～
🚶🏻‍♂️2 days 1 night lazy itinerary, please take it⬇️
Tongli Ancient Town North Entrance Ticket Office ➠ Lize Girls' School ➠ Tuisiyuan Garden ➠ Ming and Qing Street ➠ Zhongchuan Bridge ➠ Nanyuan Teahouse ➠ Chuanxin Alley ➠ Ji Cheng Former Residence ➠ Gengle Hall ➠ Sanqiao Scenic Area ➠ Chongbentang ➠ Jiayintang ➠ Wang Shao'ao Memorial Hall ➠ Pearl Pagoda Scenic Garden
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📸Must-check-in TOP 3:
1️⃣ Tuisiyuan Garden｜World Heritage + filming location of "Feng Yue"! The water garden is super dreamy on rainy days, go at 8 am for the fewest people📸
2️⃣ Gengle Hall｜The wood carvings in this Ming Dynasty official residence are amazing! The back garden is quiet and perfect for daydreaming all afternoon🍵
3️⃣ Sanqiao Blessing｜Walk along Changqing, Jili, and Taiping Bridges at dusk, watch locals wash vegetables and chat, the lively atmosphere hits your soul🌆
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🏨About accommodation:
Choosing the right place = half the trip is perfect! This time in Tongli, I chose "Tongli Huajiantang · Lize Girls' School"
✅A divine hotel transformed from a Republic of China girls' school! Blue bricks and black tiles meet modern design, every step is full of history📜
✅Located in the core area of the ancient town! Just a wall away from Tuisiyuan Garden, very convenient to walk🕺
✅Free to wear Republic of China girls' school uniforms! Butler-style service is super thoughtful, and they can help with luggage if you drive🧳
✅Pet-friendly, which really touches me! No pressure traveling with furry friends🐾 Cats can be seen everywhere in the garden🐱~
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📸Photo lovers quick note:
The light and shadow at the old girls' school site in the afternoon is breathtaking! The Su-style courtyard garden is perfect for casual shots of Jiangnan scenery🌿
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🌸Life at Huajiantang is so healing!
🌞Wake up in the morning to do Tai Chi with the teacher, stretching in the courtyard feels super comfortable
🌼Don't miss the Huajiantang incense-making experience! Make incense by hand, full of ritual💮
‼️Highly recommend Huajiantang's "Garden Cultural and Historical Tour"! Be sure to book the 10 am golden guided tour and the 7 pm night exploration of Tongli, the experience doubles💯, instantly traveling back a hundred years📖
✨PS: Activities vary daily! Remember to book in advance with the butler~ (Most are free)
⭐Tips:
🎫Buy tickets from the hotel one day in advance for a discount (original price 100 RMB), valid for 2 days including 11 attractions! Free entry after 5 pm too