Xinghua Shagou Ancient Town is rich in regional characteristics and is home to the Taizhou Intangible Cultural Heritage, the ‘Bench Dragon’. The ancient residences in Yimin Alley are grouped together, reflecting the architectural style of the late Ming and early Qing dynasties, with most of the houses well-preserved, making them rare historical artifacts for studying the history of water town architecture.
This ancient town, situated amidst lakes and marshes, is likened to a gourd in the rivers and lakes. It has been a place of work and life for many literati, including Zheng Banqiao, one of the ‘Eight Eccentrics of Yangzhou’, the renowned educator Song Zefu, writer Hai Xiao, cartoonist Jiang Yihai, poet Feng Yitong, and Pang Yuliang. Today, the town remains simple and unadorned, free from the hustle of commerce and the crowds of tourists, making it a rare peaceful destination for ancient town tourism. The specific opening hours are detailed in the on-site announcements.Shagou Ancient Town Scenic Area
Xinghua Shagou Ancient Town is rich in regional characteristics and is home to the Taizhou Intangibl[...]
