Town
Tongli
Silk Ribbon Town
Three bridgesWater town beautySilk heritageTraditional architectureAuthentic atmosphere
Best Time to Visit:April-May and September-October for pleasant weather and clear water reflections.
Asia/Shanghai
CNY
Mandarin, Wu dialect
About Tongli
Tongli is a beautifully preserved water town in Zhejiang with traditional architecture, canals, and a unique location marked by three ancient bridges. The town preserves silk ribbon production heritage. Tongli maintains authentic water town character with good tourism infrastructure.
Highlights
1
Three bridges and canal scenery
2
Traditional architecture and temples
3
Silk ribbon production heritage
4
Water town atmosphere
5
Ancient pathway systems
Climate & Best Time to Visit
Subtropical climate with cool winters (2-12°C), hot humid summers (26-36°C), moderate rainfall.
Getting There
Tongli is accessible from Shanghai or Suzhou by car or bus (30 minutes-1 hour). Local exploration by foot and boat.
Practical Tips
Comfortable shoes for walking on stone paths and across bridges
Light layers for humidity variations
Book accommodations in traditional guesthouses in advance
Bring camera for picturesque scenes
Respect local culture and quiet atmosphere
Quick Facts
Best Time to Visit
April-May and September-October for pleasant weather and clear water reflections.
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Currency
CNY
Language
Mandarin, Wu dialect