Jinxi Ancient Town | A beautiful and free place to avoid the crowds

🌸【Explore the Secret Realm·Jinxi Ancient Town】🌸 The hustle and bustle in front of the door is not her rhythm. This ancient water town in the south of the Yangtze River, which has been hidden for more than two thousand years - Jinxi, is like a poem that has not been overly rendered, quietly waiting for a kindred spirit to interpret. ✨ No admission fee is required to enter the ancient town, although some attractions inside require an additional fee, but its simple grey tiles and white walls, and the authentic charm of the south of the Yangtze River, are definitely worth more than the price. 📍 Location 18 Shaodian Gang Road, Kunshan City, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province, easily accessible. Departing from Shanghai Station or Hongqiao Station, it only takes 20 minutes by high-speed train to reach Kunshan South Station, and then about 50 minutes by bus route Kunshan 133 to leisurely enter the town; if it's a self-driving trip, it's just a short 1-2 hour drive from Shanghai. ⏰ Suggested Itinerary Spend 2 to 3 hours strolling through the ancient town, enjoying a slow life. 🌈 Highlights of the Ancient Town Ⅰ. Shiyen Bridge - Simple and unique bridge art, known as the landmark of Jinxi, unique in the water towns of the south of the Yangtze River. Ⅱ. Chen Fei Shui Tomb - Step into the Lotus Pond Zen Monastery, look at the Chen Fei Shui Tomb that carries the deep affection of Emperor Xiaozong, and tell the story of a thousand years between the water and mountains. Ⅲ. Wenchang Pavilion - The legacy of the Yuan Dynasty, rebuilt in the Qing Dynasty, stands by the ancient lotus pond, witnessing the passage of time. Ⅳ. Chinese Ancient Brick and Tile Museum - A must-visit for lovers of ancient architecture, each brick and tile here is a mark of history. Ⅴ. Lotus Pond Zen Monastery - Occupying a unique position, facing south, integrating Buddhism and Taoism, the monastery worships the star of Wenqu, full of ancient charm. 🌿 A Place of Tranquility - The beauty of Jinxi lies in its inner tranquility and indifference. The core area of the ancient town has few commercial noises, and most shops are concentrated on Wenchang Road and Changshou Street. This is an ideal place to seek refuge from the hustle and bustle and return to authenticity. 🚤 Rowing and Boating - Why not experience a 150 yuan chartered rowing boat, which can carry up to 6 people to roam the river, letting the gentle waves cleanse the soul. 🍲 The Taste of Jinxi • Aunt Jin's signature stinky tofu, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a rich flavor and an endless aftertaste; • Bamboo tube fresh tea ice cream, where creativity and deliciousness coexist, essential for photo ops; • The hidden crispy chicken snack shop at the corner of the street, a small shop with big surprises, the crispy chicken tenderloin is memorable; • The farmhouse restaurant by the riverbank, authentic and simple, a taste of the pastoral flavor of the water towns in the south of the Yangtze River.