Built in the Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279), the ancient town is filled with various old streets featuring the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) style as well as well an array of preserved old villages with a history of thousands of years. [Photo/sohu.com]

Luxiang appears more impressive in spring, with a backdrop of rows of lush tea trees and fragrant fruit gardens growing lavishly. This place boasts the famous tea called Biluochun, which used to be reserved only for the imperial family.

While looking down from Mt. Hangu in the north of the town, a panoramic view jumps at your eyes. On drizzly days, white walls and black tiles loom against cheerful blossoms, resembling a dream-like paradise.

On the other side of Mt. Hangu, there is an islet called Beijianhu Islet. Reeds flourish on the islet; wild animals often pay visits here.

Admission fee:

Luxiang ancient town: 50 Yuan (7.6 US dollars), Diaohualou (Carved Building): 35 Yuan (5.3 US dollars).

Traffic:

Take bus 502 at the Suzhou railway station to Dongshan, and then take bus 500 to get to Luxiang ancient town. Or there are tourist coaches to take you there from Suzhou city.

Accommodation:

You can stay at guest houses in Luxiang, costing about 30 Yuan per night, or Diaohualou Hotel in Dongshan.

Gourmet Food:

Biluochun Prawn is a widely known cuisine.

Meanwhile, don't forget to take some oranges home. Once selected as a location for a TV show "The Oranges Are Red," Luxiang is famous for juicy and sweet oranges.

Walking through the worn long lanes, you may feel like walking through an episode of history. [Photo/sohu.com]