Imagine strolling along centuries-old canals, where stone bridges frame silk workshops and courtyards whisper tales of scholars and merchants. Welcome to Nanxun Ancient Town 🏮—a living museum in Zhejiang Province that’s stealing the spotlight as a sub-venue for China’s 2026 Spring Festival Gala!
Dubbed the 'Venice of Jiangnan,' this 800-year-old water town blends Chinese and global architectural styles, from Qing Dynasty gardens to European-inspired stained glass. Its silk heritage 🧵—once traded globally—still thrives in family-run workshops, offering a tactile connection to history.
As crews prepare for the gala’s live broadcasts this year, locals are buzzing about showcasing Nanxun’s cultural fusion to the world. 'It’s not just about lanterns and lion dances,' says tour guide Li Mei. 'We’re celebrating how trade and ideas shaped this place—it’s like a TikTok trend that’s lasted eight centuries!'
Pro tip for travelers: Visit the 'Small Lotus Village' library 📚, where Ming Dynasty scholars once debated philosophy, or night-cruise the canals under strings of festival lights. With the gala hype, 2026 is THE year to see Nanxun glow—both literally and culturally.
