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Yao Hu Town
No. 14 of Night Attractions in Jiangsu

Yao Hu Town

6.5
4.4/5
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Yaohu Town is located in Yixing, Jiangsu Province, which was formerly known as Yangxian. When the great writer Su Dongpo visited Yixing, he found spiritual resonance and spiritual home in the mountains and rivers of Yangxian, and left behind the masterpiece "Yangxian Post", "I will buy land in Yangxian when I grow old, from the beginning I just wanted to buy land in Yangxian for my old age", expressing his desire to buy land in Yangxian for retirement. Yaohu Town is based on the local cultural elements of mountains, water, pottery, bamboo, tea, etc. It is a diversified town integrating ecological nature and traditional culture. Its uniqueness lies in the creation of an immersive global scene that integrates activities and performances, and the creation of a unique experience that combines intangible cultural heritage handicrafts with Zen life aesthetics. In addition, Yaohu Town is also a holiday tourism destination that combines themed vacations with exhibition activities. Its rich tourism formats and differentiated products provide tourists with high-quality, pure ecological, full-time, and diverse experiences and services. Here, tourists can personally experience the beauty of nature, culture, and life.Yixing · 20.3 km from downtown
Yixing Bamboo Forest
No. 7 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Wuxi

Yixing Bamboo Forest

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The southern part of Yixing is rich in bamboos, and there are more than 200,000 mu of bamboo forest, also known as "bamboo sea". The famous Shengzhuang is surrounded by bamboo forests, with an area of ​​about 20,000 mu. The stream in the mountains rises to a high elevation, the green waves rise and fall, and life is full of vitality. It is a natural oxygen bar and a great place for film and television shooting. In particular, the tender bamboo shoots in the mountains are harvested in the spring. Pulling them out of the earth allows people to fully experience the joy of returning to nature.Yixing · 22.9 km from downtown
Shanjuan Cave
No. 6 of Family-friendly Attractions in Wuxi

Shanjuan Cave

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Shanjuan Cave is located in southwestern Yixing City. This is a famous limestone cave. Entering the cave opens up to an enormous underground wonder, holding exquisite stalactites as well as magnificent natural boulders. There is also a dark underground river that flows through the cave. The scenic area also features several attractions related to Liangzhu culture with an abundance of interesting content. Fierce Tiger Hall in the movie "The Taking of Tiger Mountain by Strategy" and Yellow Wind Cave from the 8th Season of "Journey to the West" were filmed here.Yixing · 15.3 km from downtown
Zhanggong Cave
No. 3 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Yixing

Zhanggong Cave

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Zhang Gong Cave lies on Yufeng Mountain, about 18 kilometers southwest of Yixing. The stalactites, stone curtains, and stone flowers are a feast for the eyes when lit up with multicolored lights. Duke Zhang's Cavern is also a famous location for film and television shoots. Scenes from productions such as Laughing in the Wind, Raccoon for a Prince, Mischievous Princess, The Story of Washing the Sword, and Tracks in the Snowy Forest have all been filmed here.Yixing · 10.6 km from downtown
Nianhua Bay
2026 Global 50 - Spring Outings

Nianhua Bay

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Nianhua Bay is located in Mashan National Scenic Area, Binhu district, Wuxi, renowned for its "pure sky, pure land and pure water" reputation with beautiful ecology and superior environment. The attraction is nestled between mountains and lakes, adjacent to the Lingshan Buddhist Scenic Spot, blessed with natural and cultural essence, featuring lush greenery and magnificent scenery. The attraction, centered around traditional Chinese Zen culture, presents a cultural tourism town embodying Tang and Song dynasty aesthetics. It serves as a holistic Chinese spiritual retreat destination integrating leisure, vacation, entertainment, and wellness with profound oriental cultural significance. The serene "Sun-kissed hillside," vibrant "Floral moon street," romantic "Buddha blossom fields," waterside "Misty sails among trees (wetland)," eco-conscious "Nianhua Bay - Deer valley," and the immersive Zen performance throughout the town collectively form a Zen-inspired cultural landscape blending humanistic charm with recreational appeal. The attraction embodies the philosophy of "living well," promoting a simple, joyful, and healthy lifestyle. Through immersive experiences like "eating well" and "sleeping well," visitors can escape urban chaos amidst mountains, waters, and the Zen-inspired Nianhua Bay, reconnecting with nature to rejuvenate mind and soul. 1. Nianhua Lake "crossing the river on a reed": A dazzling and graceful Zen realm – derived from the Zen Buddhist story "crossing the river on a reed." Though a leaf is small, it may block one's sight; though a reed is light, it can sometimes bear immeasurable weight. Crossing the river on a reed relies on something small yet carries something great. The Zen realm may seem as distant as mountains and rivers, but with the heart's direction, a reed can cross. Through the performance form of water curtain dance, combined with technological means such as sound, lighting, and projections, an ethereal scene of flowing water with radiant colors and myriad atmospheres is created. Amidst the beautiful dance and graceful Zen realm, experience the exquisite Zen meaning of "holding up a flower and smiling," creating a spiritual feast of Zen cultural experience. 2. Nianhua pagoda "lighting ceremony": Listen to Zen music, feel the evening breeze, as the Nianhua pagoda lights up, bringing joy and tranquility. The lighting symbolizes "the universal illumination of compassion." The pagoda lights up layer by layer, exquisitely beautiful and dazzling, with auspicious light shining in all directions, bringing blessings and happiness. Below the pagoda, eight Zen practitioners perform a dance, while six celestial maidens dance gracefully atop the pagoda, scattering petals. Combined with colorful projections, the scene unfolds with elegance and grace, creating a magnificent spectacle of celebration and harmony. 3. Wudeng Lake "five petals bloom": Water washes pure lotus, Zen delights the mundane heart – the concept originates from the Zen Buddhist idiom "one flower blooms five petals, and the fruit naturally forms." One flower: After Buddhism was introduced to China, Bodhidharma became the patriarch of Zen Buddhism; five petals: the five schools of Zen Buddhism that developed and evolved (Weiyang, Linji, Yunmen, Fayan, and Caodong). It implies that if you do good deeds, don't ask about the future, and act with kindness, the results will naturally follow. The performance presents the theme with a solo dance within a blooming five-petal lotus, combined with various expressive means such as lighting, projections, and musical fountains, creating a fast-paced, powerful water show that stirs the audience's emotions and makes their hearts pound. 4. Weixiao Square "holding up a flower and smiling": Centered on the story of "flower language asking Zen" between Buddha and Mahakasyapa, this is the final climactic chapter of the "Zen Journey" performance, showcasing the relationship between flowers, people, and Zen, and the beauty of Zen joy. It is a 360° immersive experience space integrating dynamic art sculptures, light and shadow music, drones, and actor performances. The core view is a large dynamic sculpture, approx. 18m high, creatively designed by internationally renowned sculptor Tamara. The dynamic sculpture transforms and combines, while 600 drones form various beautiful patterns, shining in the tranquil night sky, allowing visitors to experience the Zen realm of holding up a flower in a 360° dream space, feeling peace of mind and joyful freedom. 5. Nianhua Bay AI tower tech light show: Another classic masterpiece of the attraction, where flying eaves and bracket sets narrate architectural charm, and a thousand-drone fireworks display delivers a dazzling light spectacle. When the tower top mirrors the stars and fireworks bloom in sequence, Eastern aesthetics merge with technology, bringing AI into tangible reality at this very moment. 6. Nianhua Bay - Deer valley forest fun park: A 20,000 m² forest wonderland built upon pristine woodland, this integrated theme park combines leisure, family-friendly activities, nature exploration and water play. Featuring five themed zones - Hey Blue oasis pop-up park, Deer plaza rest area, treehouse café, Deer valley fun park and jungle adventure - it merges technology with nature to create innovative cooling experiences.Wuxi · 25.6 km from Yixing
Shushan Gunan Street Historical and Cultural Block
No. 8 of Night Attractions in Wuxi

Shushan Gunan Street Historical and Cultural Block

4.2
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Shushan Gunan Street is located in Dingshu Town, Yixing City, with Li River in the south and Shushan Mountain in the north. The street is a thousand meters long and only three or four meters wide. The buildings of the street houses are all two-story brick and wood structures. The naturally balanced streetscape continues the story of the old street as wet as the drizzle in the south of the Yangtze River day after day. The woman who picks vegetables sitting by the door, the old man who plays chess bare-chested with a palm fan in his hand, the strong man holding a purple clay pot, the dog walking on the street corner wagging his tail, the mahjong player in the dark light…;…; these are The scene makes the typical ancient street in the south of the Yangtze River in Ming and Qing Dynasties, along the Li River running through the ancient town of Taodu, flowing with the poetic charm of Taodu. Shushan Old Street Hutong, the first batch of ancient building protection units in Jiangsu Province and a cultural relic protection unit in Yixing City, is said to be a bustling and lively "Zisha Street" in the old days. Here, more than half of the households are engaged in the production and operation of purple sand. They use their own houses, the back house is a production workshop, and the front house facing the street is set up with shelves to run a shop. There are more than 30 purple sand pottery shops in the whole old street, which shows the prosperity of the purple sand industry at that time. In addition to pottery shops, there are also teahouses, cloth shops, hardware and small department stores in the old street, all of which are family-centered. The Li River on the edge of the old street is full of wooden boats, fishermen, farmers who transport vegetables, and more transport boats for ceramic products. Through this river, ceramics from South Street are transported to in all directions.Yixing · 9 km from downtown
Yixing Taozu Shengjing

Yixing Taozu Shengjing

4.2
4.3/5
1.3k reviews
Taozu Sacred Site is a famous tourist attraction in China. The Taozu Holy Land was expanded from the original Muyu Cave. The stalactites in Muyu Cave, the bamboo forest in Manshan, and the pottery made by Fan Yi Taofang are the three highlights of the scenic spot. The cultural attractions built according to the love legends of Fan Li and Xi Shi are everywhere. visible. Muyu Cave is the essence of the scenic spot. There are various forms of stalactites in the cave, some like welcoming pines, some like peacocks, and Guanmeiqiao and Xi Shijing are named after Fan Xi and Xi Shi legend.Yixing · 19.5 km from downtown
Taoer Factory

Taoer Factory

3.9
4.4/5
18 reviews
Yixing · 9.3 km from downtown
Lingshan Grand Buddha
No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Lingshan Buddhist Scenic Spot

Lingshan Grand Buddha

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4.7/5
35.8k reviews
Wuxi Lingshan Buddhist attraction, located in the Mashan Taihu National Tourism Resort in the western suburbs of Wuxi, Jiangsu province, is adjacent to the Taihu Ring Expressway and the Wuxi-Yixing Expressway. It is a renowned "AAAAA"-rated large-scale Buddhist cultural tourism attraction. The entire attraction faces Taihu Lake to the south and is backed by mountains to the north, with Qinglong Mountain and Baihu Mountain on its east and west sides respectively, presenting a magnificent landscape. The attraction opened in 1997, covering an area of approx. 300,000 m². Starting with the first-phase project in 1994—the sacred and solemn Lingshan Grand Buddha, followed by the awe-inspiring nine-dragon bathing performance in the second-phase project in 2003, and then the magnificent Lingshan Brahma Palace in the third-phase project in 2006, it has become one of the important windows showcasing China's excellent traditional culture with its profound Buddhist heritage and exquisite, breathtaking Buddhist cultural landscapes. The architectural complex of the Lingshan Grand Buddha attraction in Wuxi takes the central axis from the southern mountain gate to the Lingshan Grand Buddha as its core, extending symmetrically on both sides. Along this axis, it fully presents the story of Buddha's four key life stages: birth, enlightenment, teaching, and nirvana. The four main views of the attraction are formed by the Lingshan Grand Buddha, the Nine dragons bathing the Buddha, the Lingshan Brahma Palace, and the Five mudras mandala city.Wuxi · 27.8 km from Yixing
Lingshan Buddhist Scenic Spot
No. 3 of Global Traveller-Picked Attractions in Wuxi

Lingshan Buddhist Scenic Spot

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The Lingshan Buddhist Scenic Spot in Wuxi is located in the Mashan Taihu National Tourism Resort in the western suburbs of Wuxi, Jiangsu province, adjacent to the Taihu Ring Expressway and the Wuxi-Yixing Expressway. It is a renowned "AAAAA"-rated large-scale Buddhist cultural tourism attraction both domestically and internationally. The entire scenic area borders Taihu Lake to the south and is backed by mountains to the north, with Qinglong Mountain and Baihu Mountain flanking its east and west sides respectively, creating a majestic atmosphere. The attraction opened in 1997, covering an area of approx. 300,000 m². Starting with the first phase in 1994—the sacred and solemn Lingshan Giant Buddha—to the awe-inspiring Nine Dragons Bathing the Buddha in the second phase (2003), and then to the magnificent Brahma Palace in the third phase (2006), it has become one of the important showcases of China's outstanding traditional culture, with its profound Buddhist heritage and exquisite, breathtaking Buddhist views. The architectural complex of the Lingshan Buddhist Scenic Spot in Wuxi is centered around the axis from the southern mountain gate to the Lingshan Giant Buddha, extending outward on both sides. This central axis fully depicts the four key stages of Buddha's enlightenment: birth, overcoming demons, preaching, and nirvana. The four main attractions of the Lingshan Buddhist Scenic Spot are the Lingshan Giant Buddha, the Nine Dragons Bathing the Buddha, the Brahma Palace, and the Five Seals Mandala City.Wuxi · 28 km from Yixing

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Suzhou hanfu photo shoot experience (optional outdoor photography with photographer + exquisite and diverse costumes)
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Wuzhen Suyi Buer tie-dye experience (Jiangnan traditional tie-dye + professional guidance + intangible cultural heritage handicraft)
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Suzhou Silk Gala: Silk Dunhuang & Hanfu, Cave Silk Road Show & Suzhou Fusion Feast
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Suzhou Palace Banquet: A Millennium-Old Imperial Banquet at Wu Palace | Exquisite Dance + Royal Cuisine + Hanfu Experience
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One-day tour of Nanxun and Wuzhen Xizha (night tour) / Small group of up to 20 people / Upgradeable to private tour available
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Suzhou Wugong Imperial Banquet Immersive Culinary Experience|Includes Hanfu + royal banquet + ancient-style games + dance performance
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Anonymous userOctober 14, 2026
5.0
There were too many people during the holidays. It's quite a large place to walk around. I couldn't get on the mini train because the queue was at least 2 hours long. The fireworks show and light fountain at night were pretty good, and the performances in the public square were also quite nice.

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Anonymous userSeptember 20, 2026
5.0
The scenic area is quite large, and the cable car saved us the trouble of climbing the mountain. Strolling through the bamboo forest was very pleasant. The electric cart drivers were also quite helpful. It would be even better if the road signs between attractions were clearer, as it was always confusing to find the right way at intersections.

Yixing Bamboo Forest

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o24337909October 7, 2026
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Overall, it was a good experience. Strolling through Shanjuan Cave in a light drizzle had a unique charm. I visited more than 30 years ago, and this time I found it had changed a lot. The scenic area is well-developed, and the paths are much easier to navigate. The only thing I think needs improvement is Luoyan Mountain, which you can take the cable car up to. There's not much to see on the mountain, mainly just a small pavilion. It would be better if there were more attractions to visit.

Shanjuan Cave

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M19***12May 4, 2026
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Zhanggong Cave, located in Yixing, is a masterpiece of nature. Legend has it that Zhang Guolao (a legendary figure associated with the Chinese people) once lived here. Parking is convenient and costs 15 yuan. The entire scenic area consists of a karst cave, rafting, an underground river, and a pottery workshop. It's perfect for summer visits. The cave has four levels, with a year-round temperature of around 10 degrees Celsius. After exiting the cave, there's a Taoist temple and a God of Wealth temple where you can offer incense for free.

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_M1***00October 13, 2026
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The town nestled at the foot of the Lingshan Grand Buddha is breathtakingly beautiful in spring, like something out of a fairytale. There's also a lighting ceremony in the evening. It's recommended to enter the park in the afternoon, watch the performance in the evening, and leave completely satisfied.

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旅行者子恒May 15, 2025
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蜀山古南街,这样逛体验感最好|||整条街不长,建筑很有江南水乡的风格和花岗石的地面相呼应很古朴。整条街上都是大大小小的店铺,里面各式各样的紫砂壶、紫砂杯、紫砂茶宠摆件……还有的匠人正在制作这紫砂作品,满满的匠心匠艺。如果你想淘一件称心如意的紫砂作品,这里是一个不错的选择。这里咖啡店小吃店都蛮多的,环境不错,兜累了随便找一家就可以坐着。很惬意。喜欢DIY的,有兴趣可以自己做一个紫砂作品,零基础的建议做一个品茗杯吧,1小时就可以完成,价格大概120元左右。如果想要挑战一下可以做一把茶壶,不过制作时间是按照小时为单位计算的呢,个人感觉性价比不高,但体检感拉满。具体看预算!哈哈哈这里拍照很出片哦,想要拍照的可以早点去,或者晚点走,等人少一点。更喜欢雨后的古街,多了一份宁静致远的感觉。这里的停车场都是免费的哈!

Shushan Gunan Street Historical and Cultural Block

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M88***60August 26, 2026
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A day trip to Yixing Pottery Ancestor Sacred Site was a wonderful experience. The karst cave was incredibly relaxing and cool. The bamboo walkway offered panoramic views of the bamboo forest, the boat ride was a favorite with the kids, and there were also pottery workshops. Overall, the trip was packed with activities and I was very satisfied.

Yixing Taozu Shengjing

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问路远方January 31, 2026
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The No. 2 Pottery Factory boasts a beautiful environment and fresh air. In particular, the management department continuously introduces new tourism projects, ensuring a fresh experience for visitors. A wide variety of local snacks are available, and the diverse range of ceramic products will leave you wanting more.

Taoer Factory

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Anonymous userOctober 7, 2026
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I traveled during the National Day holiday. The area is large, but it didn't feel overly crowded. I could walk around at my own pace, and the performances were quite good. The climb wasn't tiring at all; I feel like someone who walks a lot doesn't need a sightseeing bus.

Lingshan Grand Buddha

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M47***06October 8, 2026
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The sightseeing bus tour, stopping at each station, was quite enjoyable. I spent an unforgettable day at Lingshan Sacred Land: the gushing holy water from the Nine Dragons Bathing the Buddha was awe-inspiring; touching the Buddha's feet brought a sense of peace and allowed me to pray for safety; the magnificent Brahma Palace was a harmonious blend of art and faith; and the koi swimming in the pond added a touch of vibrancy. A truly worthwhile trip, highly recommended!

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