Many ancient towns offer nothing but scenery

but Zhouzhuang is different

It's the only living water town in Jiangnan

that stands out for its unique immersive performances

authentic folk customs

and limited-time intangible cultural heritage shows

When you visit Zhouzhuang

be sure to experience

the one-of-a-kind show in Jiangnan

"Only Zhouzhuang"

Carrying a gentle fish lantern

accompanied by soothing music

you step into a dream

The audience is no longer just watching

but becomes part of a story spanning a thousand years

surrounded by antique scenes

Kunqu Opera at the Ancient Stage in the heart of the old town

is Zhouzhuang's most classic regular performance

Built of wood beside the water

the stage is surrounded by green trees, airy and elegant

The actors perform live throughout

accompanied by traditional folk music

their voices melodious and lingering

When you're tired from exploring, just take a seat

brew a cup of tea

and listen quietly

The laid-back charm of Jiangnan

is on full display here

After dark, Zhouzhuang becomes incredibly gentle

A holiday must-see

the traditional lion dance is full of festive spirit

Resounding gongs and drums fill the streets

as the nimble lions leap and bound

bowing to "pluck the greens"

weaving through the bluestone alleys

playfully interacting with visitors along the way

Every festival

brings exclusive, limited-time spectacles to Zhouzhuang

The breathtaking Da Tie Hua (molten iron fireworks)

blooms across the night sky

1,000-degree molten iron splashing into

a sky full of golden sparks

It's the most stunning visual feast

of a water town night

Unlike other ancient towns

where you simply look at the scenery

every performance in Zhouzhuang

is rooted in a thousand years of local culture

turning this ancient water town

from a static ink painting

into a living Jiangnan

That's why everyone who visits Zhouzhuang

keeps longing to return

TTO