Mudu Ancient Town (木渎古镇) – The Mountain-and-Water Escape

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What makes Mudu Ancient Town (木渎古镇) stand out is its unique environment: it is a traditional water town that is also surrounded by lush, verdant hills and located near Taihu Lake. This rare combination of riverside and mountainside scenery creates an atmosphere unlike other water towns in the Jiangnan region.
The town itself is a charming blend of ancient canals, stone bridges, and traditional folk houses. Visitors can take a gondola ride down the waterways for the classic water town experience, then transition to hiking up nearby Lingyan Mountain to see the majestic Lingyan Temple and enjoy panoramic views of the town below. The historical sites, like the Hongyin Mountain Villa, further solidify its reputation as a haven of natural beauty and imperial history.

Post by HoangDinh | Oct 31, 2025