Living museum of Ming-Qing era architecture and ancient commerce
Curated by Vinod Kumar Jain & Amit Jain · All Frontier Global · free, no login · reviewed 2026-07-05
6km brick wall dating to 1370, completely encircling the town with 72 watchtowers and functioning gates. Best: September to October
China's first banking exchange house from 1823, preserved with original ledgers, architecture, and banking artifacts. Best: September to October
Well-preserved government administrative complex from the Qing Dynasty with official chambers and residential quarters. Best: September to October
Traditional wooden theater built in 1824 showcasing original architectural details and local opera performances. Best: September to October
Massive 19th-century merchant compound with 6,000 rooms demonstrating wealth and architectural sophistication of trading families. Best: September to October