Shanghai: The Town Of Wuzhen

One of the more interesting places to visit in the area of Shanghai is the historic town of Wuzhen. This town has a history dating back more than 1,000 years. Many of the streets and structures have remained the same over the years, and as you spend time in this town you can't help but feel the history. Through the town runs a large canal along with rivers and creeks that have some beautiful and historic bridges spanning them.

For many centuries this town produced an astonishing high number of successful candidates for the highest of the imperial examinations. To say that that town was a center of learning during imperial times would be an understatement.

Today some of the more interesting sites within the town of Wuzhen include: the Xiuzhen Taoist Temple, an ancient stage for performers, the majestic Wenchang Pavilion, the large house of one of the members of the Imperial Academy, and the former residence of Mao Dun, a legend of contemporary Chinese literature.

The old Chinese traditions are still very strong in Wuzhen. Take a day and visit this amazing place. Our Chinese language school in Shanghai can help you to set up a trip to Wuzhen.

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