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Combing Changzhou

In Chinese terms, Changzhou is a small town. To the rest of us, it is a bustling city with over 4 million inhabitants. One of the top treasures in China’s Jiangsu Province, Changzhou is set amongst spectacular scenery and dotted with brightly coloured temples and magical pagodas. ... Read more »

Most of Changzhou’s rich history revolves around combs. Seriously! Changzhou’s production of combs goes back thousands of years and they remain one of the city’s top exports. If you’re sceptical, visit the Changzhou Palace Combs Factory (just look for the big, comb-shaped topiary out the front) and historic Comb Alley. Hair implements aside, the city also offers some pretty epic shopping. Yanling Road and Nandajie Street have the best mishmash of cheap gems and big-name department stores, where you can find gifts for even the baldest of friends…

Changzhou’s Top 10

10. Universal Dinosaur Town Exhibitions of the giant reptiles, plus a theme park, water park and hot springs.	5. Yancheng Take a quick trip down to this historical town for ancient ruins, temples and a mystical vibe.
9. Temple of Heavenly Tranquillity The name alone will have you feeling all spiritual.	4. Maoshan Mountain This nearby gem boasts ancient stone relics, natural hot springs and spooky, lantern-lit caves.
8. Hangzhou A two-hour train ride gets you to this bustling city filled with shops, restaurants and heaving clubs.	3. Changzhou Museum History is made a little more exciting at this place. Expect plenty of remnants from ancient dynasties.
7. Pagoda of the Waiting Bush Intricately decorated and giving priceless views of the city.	2. Red Plum Park Visit this iconic stretch of greenery during spring for the blooming plum trees.
6. Tianmu Lake A popular resort area for locals. Jump on a cruise, down some tasty seafood or just kick back and enjoy the scenery.	1. Tianning Temple This amazing Buddhist temple sits in front of the tallest pagoda in the world.

Changzhou History

Yancheng Ruins – The ruins of many ancient and cultural buildings remain at this popular attraction.
Juqiubai’s Former Residence – This former home of a famous Changzhou resident is one of the city’s main attractions.
Mr Jing Chuan Reading Site – This is the site where Jing Chuan gave his famous reading.
Zhao Yi Residence – This beautiful site stands as a monument to Zhao Yi’s life.
Helv City Site of Wujin – Features the ruins of an ancient city.

Changzhou Art & Culture

Tuyidao Root Carving Museum – This unique museum features the history of art carved from roots.
Wujin Museum – The history of Wujin is revealed in this unique museum.
Changzhou Museum – The culture and history of Changzhou are explored in this famous museum.
Zhang Tailei Museum – Built from the former residence of one of Changzhou’s most famous people.
Tianning Temple – This beautiful temple is great for those who love architecture and has wonderful views of the city.

Changzhou Shopping

Taifu Department Store – One of the most popular places in Changzhou to buy clothing, apparel and household items.
New Century Department Store – This large store has just about everything a person might need while on vacation.
Orient Shopping – This plaza features many unique shops and restaurants.
Yanling Road – One of the most popular areas for shopping.
Ocean Department Store – A great place to buy name-brand and designer clothing.

Gay & Lesbian Changzhou

Bar on 2 – Its drag shows and relaxed atmosphere make it one of Changzhou’s most popular gay clubs.
Holiday Inn – This chain hotel is known to be gay friendly.
Tiger Tiger bar – Popular among the gay community but serves a variety of customers.
Lucy’s Bar – Known for its friendly and helpful staff, this bar is a favorite among lesbians but serves a mixed crowd.
Las Vegas – This nightclub features shows every night, making it popular with the gay and lesbian community.

Changzhou Events

February’s Lantern Festival bathes the city in colour – especially when the fireworks get going.

April’s Changzhou International Tourism Festival celebrates the city’s culture and beauty with traditional presentations, concerts and cultural workshops.

If there’s one thing the Chinese love more than noodles, it’s tea. The nearby town of Liyang bursts at the seams when over 5,000 visitors descend on it for the Liyang Tea Festival in April.

When To Go

Changzhou has mild summers and cold winters. Summer sits around 25°C (77°F) and winter 2°C (36°F)
While every month sees healthy rainfall, June and July gets torrents of it.
Spring is one of the best times to hit the city. The plum trees in Red Plum Park are in full bloom and the lush surrounds are at their, well, lushest.

Getting Around

The BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) is cheap (about one yuan) and efficient, and even the shortsighted can’t miss the bright-blue vehicles.
Taxis are the second best option, both in terms of price and how easy they are to spot.
For exploring the outer parts of the city and beyond, head to the city’s train station. Nanjing is only an hour away and Shanghai not much further.

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