Lijiang Ancient Town, Suzhou: The Real Jiangnan!!

Known as one of the "Four Lis of Jiangnan," Lijiang Ancient Town is a well-preserved ancient town with a history dating back 2,500 years. It still retains the charm of the Ming and Qing dynasties. The Qing Dynasty poet Yuan Jiao once described Lijiang with a poem: "Thirty miles of Wujiang, a place called Pear Blossom Village, I am like a fisherman, coming to ask about the ferry to Peach Blossom Spring." It was a cloudy day when I arrived at Lijiang Ancient Town. Entering the scenic area, the first thing I saw was this view. The ancient water towns of Jiangnan are especially suitable for visiting on drizzly days. The air is moist and clear. Strolling through the water town, stone bridges lie over the water, the river flows gently, and green trees sway. Time seems to slow down here, and every corner is filled with poetic leisure. Lijiang Ancient Town has a lot of snacks, all with unique water town characteristics. You can try different snacks throughout your visit. Among them, the three most famous signature delicacies are Youdun (fried glutinous rice balls), Taochang (stuffed intestines), and spicy chicken feet. Youdun is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Every bite offers a wonderful experience of the perfect fusion of glutinous rice and fillings, making it irresistible. Taochang has a century-old craftsmanship. It is not only a taste bud enjoyment but also a display of craftsmanship. Every bite is a perfect combination of large and small intestines, with a particularly solid texture. Spicy chicken feet combine the spicy flavor of Sichuan with the sweet and sour taste of the Jiangnan region. The spicy flavor is mixed with sweetness, and the sweetness is mixed with sourness. The rich and layered taste makes people can't help but keep nibbling one after another.