The village was once the poorest fringe of Zhangjiagang city. In recent years, the village has attached great importance to culture while making efforts in economic development. Now it has transformed into a hypermodern, manicured and economically-advanced "model" settlement. [Photo by Dambar / Provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

The village was once the poorest fringe of Zhangjiagang city. In recent years, the village has attached great importance to culture while making efforts in economic development. Now it has transformed into a hypermodern, manicured and economically-advanced "model" settlement. [Photo by Wang Jing / Provided to chinadaily.com.cn]