Stroll along the Grand Canal's Changzhou section and feel the pulse of this world's longest artificial waterway! The shimmering waterway blends modern cityscapes with ancient wharf relics. Come at dusk when golden sunset paints the canal, paired with waterfront light shows - a photographer's dream! Don't miss the canal cruise to discover Changzhou's liquid charm from a unique perspective.




















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Shangri-La Hotel, Changzhou offers premium canal-facing rooms with private balconies overlooking the historic Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal. Just a 3-minute walk to Dongpo Park Pier, guests can enjoy traditional wupeng boat tours. The hotel also provides complimentary canal heritage guides and Hanfu experience packages for an immersive cultural journey
Stay at Changzhou Canal Charm Homestay, located in the heart of the historic waterway district. The property offers daily free canal-side market tours at 10 AM, guiding guests through traditional teahouses, weaving studios, and pottery workshops. Evening highlights include a lantern-making workshop where guests craft paper lanterns and release them on the river—crafted by local artisans for an authentic Jiangnan experience
From Changzhou Canal Library Hotel, a 5-minute stroll leads to Qingguo Lane Historic District, a well-preserved Ming-Qing alleyway with century-old brick-and-timber homes. The area hosts a monthly intangible cultural heritage showcase featuring master artisans. Nearby, Da Guan Lou Pagoda offers panoramic views of the winding canal—perfect for photography enthusiasts seeking iconic Jiangnan scenery
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