Zhouzhuang, a small town in the south of the Yangtze River, has the reputation of "the first water town in China" [1], and is the first batch of 5A scenic spots in China. Zhouzhuang was founded in 1086 (the first year of Northern Song Dynasty), and was named after Mr. Zhou Digong, a Yi citizen, donated land to build Quanfu Temple. During the Spring and Autumn Period, it was a fief for the Prince of Wu, named Zhenfengli.

Zhouzhuang, located in Kunshan, Suzhou, is one of the six ancient towns in the south of the Yangtze River. In 2003, it was named as a famous historical and cultural town in China. [2] Zhouzhuang, with a long history, is a typical water town in the south of the Yangtze River with a unique cultural landscape, which is the treasure of China water town culture and Wudi Han culture.

More than 60% of the houses in Zhouzhuang Town are still buildings in Ming and Qing Dynasties. The ancient town with only 0.47 square kilometers has nearly 100 classical houses and more than 60 brick-carved gatehouses. The ancient style of Zhouzhuang folk houses still exists, and 14 ancient bridges with their own characteristics have been preserved [3]. Attractions include: Shen Wansan's former residence, Fuan Bridge, Shuangqiao, Shenting, Weird Building and Zhouzhuang.