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About Xishan Mingyuewan Old Village
The village's paved streets form a grid, with covered drains beneath the granite slabs and narrow lanes branching between the houses. An old camphor tree marks the entrance, while the quay records the importance of lake traffic to village life.
Many of the surviving homes and ancestral halls date from the Qing dynasty. Their brick, wood and stone carving adds detail to the streetscape, especially around the old halls and gateways.
What to look for
- The granite-paved grid of streets and adjoining lanes.
- The old camphor tree at the village entrance.
- Qing houses and ancestral halls, and the stone quay by Taihu.
Location & getting there
Getting to Xishan Mingyuewan Old Village
Identify the main visitor approach and any separately managed houses, museums or performances. Ask before entering residential spaces or photographing residents.
- Search for 西山明月湾古村 with 苏州市 and 吴中区.
Find Xishan Mingyuewan Old Village
西山明月湾古村 · 吴中区
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Sources & visit information
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