Zhouzhuang, one of the most famous water townships in China, situated in Kunshan City which is only 30 kilometers (18 miles) southeast of Suzhou. It is noted for its profound cultural background, the well preserved ancient residential houses, the elegant watery views and the strong local colored traditions and customs.

   

It abounds with rivers and lakes. The town is over 900 years old, yet the typical style and features of this water country and the way of its inhabitants' life remain unchanged. All the houses in the town, built with sidewalks along canals have formed a web of water lanes. Stone bridges and overhanging towers span the waterways to provide free passage for the local people. The murmuring streams under small bridges and dwelling quarters with delicate courtyards are the distinct features of Zhouzhuang, now rarely seen in the whole of East China. Just as Huangshan Mountains boast all the beauties of the mountains in China, the township of Zhouzhuang possesses all the charms of water counties.