Wuxi
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Wuxi.Mashan Scenic Area27.4 km from downtownHighlights:As a famous cultural city with a long history, Wuxi also has a profound Buddhist culture. There are many scenic spots related to Buddhist culture here, which attract a large number of tourists every year. Among them, there are some Buddhist ceremonies, lectures and performances, as well as exhibitions of various Buddhist artworks and cultural relics, which show the history and artistic achievements of Buddhism. Therefore, Wuxi's Buddhist cultural experience is rich and colorful. Whether visiting spectacular Buddhist buildings or participating in Buddhist activities, tourists can feel the profound heritage and unique charm of Buddhist culture.4 attractionNianhua Bay7.5
Lingshan Buddhist Scenic Spot7.2
Yixing.Zhuhai/Taozu Holy Land Scenic Area69.6 km from downtownHighlights:Yixing, known as the "Capital of Pottery", is one of the birthplaces of Chinese ceramic art. Yixing pottery is world-famous for its long history and unique craftsmanship. The pottery courses here not only allow you to experience the ancient pottery making process yourself, but also gain a deeper understanding of the essence of Yixing ceramic culture. Authentic course content: Usually a single course takes 2-5 hours, focusing on purple sand pottery. Selected local high-quality purple sand clay, teaching traditional and modern pottery making techniques, including throwing, repairing, glazing and other techniques, unique patting and inlay molding methods, as well as exclusive firing secrets, allow you to grasp the essence of Yixing pottery. Students can take away the purple sand works they created by themselves after a class to continue their pottery feelings. Class size is exquisite and teachers are superb: The number of students in the class is usually controlled in small classes to ensure that the teacher is focused throughout the whole process, the students can communicate smoothly, and sparks of inspiration collide in silence. Most of the ceramic artists who teach are experienced inheritors or senior craftsmen, inheriting the authentic purple sand skills, with excellent aesthetics and craftsmanship. Combining theory with practice, from classic example analysis to hand-to-hand error correction, to ensure the original inheritance. Flexible arrangement and professional facilities and equipment: The class time is flexibly allocated to adapt to various itineraries. Some long-term courses can also arrange characteristic homestays, immerse in the style of the pottery capital, and cultivate creative inspiration. The venues are mostly open and regular, with all kinds of pottery making equipment, and the hand-made turntable adds ancient charm. Many traditional dragon kilns and modern gas kilns stand side by side, with diversified firing and precise quality control. Experience potterycourses in Yixing, feel the warm and textured luster of pottery works, as if it is a unique mark given by time,engrave your exclusive memory of the pottery capital, and comprehend the soul of ceramic art. Come to Yixing and start your pottery journey!3 attractionZhang Gong Cave4.9
Taozu Sacred Site4.4
Best time to visit：Mar-AprWuxi.Taihu Yuantouzhu/Liyuan Scenic Area9 km from downtownHighlights:Wuxi, this ancient and beautiful city, becomes a sea of cherry blossoms every spring. Yuantouzhu is particularly famous. The cherry blossoms on the island are like clouds and fog, blooming along the shore of Taihu Lake. The breeze blows and the petals fall like snow, which is extremely romantic. Beside Changchun Bridge, the pink and white cherry blossoms, the ancient bridge body and the shimmering lake water complement each other, forming a beautiful picture, attracting countless tourists to stop and take pictures. Liyuan cleverly integrates the elegance of gardens. The winding corridors are dotted with double cherry blossoms and mountain cherry blossoms. The eaves are flying with flowers and koi chasing petals, showing the oriental Zen. Changguangxi Wetland is known for its wildness. Cherry blossoms are on both sides of the bank, accompanied by swaying reeds, and occasionally water birds fly by, adding agility and vitality.9 attractionTai Hu Yuantouzhu Scenic Spot8.2
Nianhua Bay7.5
