Top 5 Must-See Attractions in Wuxi

Constructed during the reign of Emperor Liang in the Nan Dynasty, Nanchan Temple is a shrine that was subjected to several name changes with the said attraction originally referred to as ‘Huguo Temple.’ However, its current name Nanchan Temple has stuck on through changing times owing to the location of the Temple being found at the South Gate of Wuxi. While an entrance fee of 33 Yuan will be incurred from every entrant, the highlight sure to draw your attention will be ascending the 43.3-meter, 7-storey tall pagoda. Once at its summit, one will be awed by the breathtaking panoramas of Wuxi which in turn, will demand that you have your camera ready to begin clicking away.

Open 12 hours a day from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. is one of the city’s most traversed through and talked about gardens – Plum Garden. Well known for a wide array of plums including Mo, Gongfen and Yudie, the Plum Garden is found at Dongshan and Hushan along the western portion of the city. Once owned by a famed red capitalist by the name of Rong Yiren, these enchanting environs house a total of 5,500 plum trees that would make for outstanding backdrops to strike that perfect pose.

Known to attract a multitude of vacationers as a result of the plethora of attractions scattered here, Lingshan is one location that you must pen down in your itinerary as soon as you have your air ticket booked. First up is China’s biggest screen wall, Zhaobi on which a wide range of Chinese characters are expertly carved out. From here you can focus on journeying to the Giant Buddha, the tallest Buddha statuette in the country. Flanked by rows of trees, here is an opportunity to pay homage to one of Wuxi’s prized possessions.

A shimmering gem worth its weight in gold, Lake Taihu is certainly an attraction to be experienced and should definitely be added to your list of things to do in Wuxi. Categorised as a freshwater lake, the appearance of this leisure destination bears reference to a crescent which faces the east and houses a vast collection of flora and fauna. In fact, the main talking point of Lake Taihu is its changing scenery with respect to the four seasons. Arriving in Spring, you will be awed by the sheer beauty of cherry blossoms which bloom in great numbers. When Summer comes calling, lush green foliage envelops the borders of the lake. Autumn brings scenes of fallen leaves in every direction and during Winter, frost and snow-covered tree branches will paint quite the mesmeric picture indeed.

 Often dubbed as Wuxi’s open-air museum, visitors will be led on a journey of exquisite wonder and detail through the streets and lanes that make up Huishan Old Town. Meander past picturesque garden spaces that will bring you to ancestral dwellings where ancient customs are performed and passed down to modern-day generations.

If this list of attractions has convinced you to pay a visit to Wuxi in China and explore, get started with your planning! Consider accommodation options by Park Hotel Group for an amazing stay during your adventure in this land of history.