Antique Bridges: The town's most notable features are its numerous quaint stone bridges, which were built in the Song, Yuan, Ming and Qing Dynasties. Owing to that, Luzhi Town deserves its reputation as a 'Museum of Chinese Ancient Bridges.' At one time, there were 72 bridges in the tiny town; 41 still exist and are well preserved. All of the bridges are different in design and style, but two are considered especially noteworthy. Built in the Wanli era of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), Zhengyang Bridge (also called the East Bridge) is the biggest stone arch bridge in that town. It is known for being the first site in the town to receive sunshine in the early morning. Moreover, this old bridge is a vantage point for viewing the whole fascinating landscape of the water town. Located on the eastern side of town, Dongmei Bridge (Chicken-Goose Bridge) is most famous for its unique structure and many Buddhist designs, which are listed in the history of Chinese bridges. It is a completely round bridge, half of which rests above the surface of the water and half of which lies below. The combination of Buddhist engravings and unique circular design makes this a very rare bridge definitely worth visiting.

Wansheng Rice Shop:  Built in 1910, Wansheng Rice Store is an old-established rice shop that was once operated by two wealthy businessmen and now serves as the rice distribution centre for Luzhi and nearby towns. Many quaint antique agricultural tools are displayed for travellers to view.

Baosheng Temple:  Built in 503, Baosheng Temple is a must-see historical site in the town. This old temple has a history of more than 1500 years. Its nine famous clay arhats were sculptured in the Tang Dynasty (618-907) and are still well preserved. Such arhats are not only rare in the region south of the Yangtze River but unique in the whole country. In addition, the temple boasts treasures from different dynasties, including a Buddhist stone pillar from the Tang Dynasty, a stone flagpole from the Northern Song Dynasty, a hall built during the Ming Dynasty and an iron bell from the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911).

Xiao's Mansion:  Xiao's Mansion is the most integrated, well-preserved architecture dating back to the Qing Dynasty. Situated on Shangtang Street, the mansion was built in 1889 and represents a typical southeast China house of a rich family in the 19th century. Covering an area of over 1,200 square yards (1,000 square meters), the house is composed of dozens of rooms and a private lane named Xiao Lane. Visiting the house, you can relive the previous tenants' elegant life style.

Luzhi Ancient Town is truly a peaceful and pristine land. Beautiful water, elegant stone bridges, and lovely women will take you into a fascinating world - one which you may enjoy so much that you forget to go home.

Travel Tips
Add: Luzhi Town, Kunshan City,Jiangsu Province's Suzhou City
Opening Hours:08:00-17:30
Entrance Fees: CNY 98, Boat: CNY 150 for a boat allowing four people