A night tour of Zhouzhuang

(chinadaily.com.cn)

Relish Wanshan Feast

Visitors could enjoy "Wansan's Family Feast" at Shenting Jiujia, a century- old tavern. The feast named after Shen Wansan (1330–1376), the richest man in the Jiangnan area (the southern regions of the Yangtze River) during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), was a well-known delicacy to entertain loyal and wealthy friends during annual festivals at that time in Zhouzhuang.

The banquet was composed of eight courses, including Wansan pork shank, braised mandarin fish, fried eels in brown sauce and stewed winkles.

Visitors relish meals at night at Zhouzhuang. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Observe the moon

Ascending one of Zhouzhuang's tower is another option, to watch the moon as it waxes in the night sky. Nanhu Trestle, Changqiao Bridge and Chunluzhisi Resort Hotel are some of the best places to enjoy the moon.

A captivating night view of the Nanhu Lake in Zhouzhuang. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]