Step into Zhangyan Town and be transported back in time! This 1,000-year-old water town southwest of Shanghai preserves authentic Jiangnan charm, where cobblestone alleys are lined with Ming-Qing era buildings perfect for camera-toting explorers. Don't miss century-old traditional pastry workshops - the aroma of osmanthus cakes fresh from the oven will follow you down the streets. Stroll along the canal at dusk as sunset gilds whitewashed walls, and you'll understand the true art of slow living Shanghainese-style.