Things to do in Taicang

The experience was great, and the kids really enjoyed it. We bought a skiing and snow play package. The kids learned quickly; after only falling twice, they were skiing normally again. Three hours is about enough if you don't ski much. We had lunch at the snow-view restaurant at noon. 😅

The layout is well-designed, with beginner, intermediate, and advanced slopes, as well as a snow play area—there's something for everyone. The instructors are professional and the service is excellent. The shopping area has many adorable jellycats, and there are plenty of restaurants, making it very family-friendly. The most touching thing was that the instructors helped me put on my ski boots; these boots are really difficult to put on by yourself! For first-time skiers, I highly recommend hiring an instructor; learning to brake will prevent falls! Just wear warm, quick-drying clothing—no need for very thick layers—but wear thick socks that cover your calves. There are simple changing rooms inside.

Shaxi Ancient Town is divided into East Street and West Street, each with its own style. East Street offers local snacks and delicacies, while West Street boasts the cultural heritage of the Three Bridges, making it a quintessential Suzhou-style ancient street. A full five-star rating, a must! Haha.

Shanghai After Dark — The Bund Never Sleeps ✨“Where the river reflects a thousand city lights and the future rises above a timeless waterfront. The Bund is more than a view — it’s Shanghai at its most magical, where elegance, ambition, and endless dreams meet.” 🌃❤

You’ll get an Incredible experience if you plan to get closer with Chinese cuisine from absolutely different provinces but in very aesthetic way 🌆

I often say that the beauty of Jiangnan gardens lies in what is "hidden." Like this photograph, the plum blossoms are the dew, the tiles are the concealment; spring is the dew, time is the concealment. Look at these blurred plum blossoms, pink and delicate, like a mischievous child peeking out, offering the message of spring; while these green tiles stand quietly, hiding centuries of history within their mottled texture. The construction of Taicang Nanyuan embodies this principle. It doesn't lay all its beauty bare for you to see, but rather hides it in the eaves, in the shadows of flowers, in the interplay of reality and illusion. You must slow down, you must quiet your mind, to see through the hazy plum blossom shadows the moss on the tiles, the traces of time, and the inherent gentleness of Jiangnan gardens.

Today is the Double Ninth Festival, and I took my mom to the Oriental Pearl Tower for a panoramic view. The weather was fantastic! We first had lunch at the Coca-Cola buffet restaurant; the food was plentiful and delicious! After lunch, we went to the Oriental Pearl Tower for the best views. The 263-meter main observation deck had a great view, and with the good weather, the view was very clear. The 259-meter all-transparent suspended observation deck required courage; we only took a few steps on the transparent glass before turning back, but we thought it was the most fun. The 90-meter outdoor observation deck was relatively simple compared to the previous ones, nothing special, optional. The 78-meter immersive multimedia show showed a glimpse of Shanghai in the future, a truly imaginative experience. I wonder when we'll be able to see that kind of Shanghai. Finally, at the ground floor (0 meters), we visited the Shanghai Urban History Development Exhibition Hall, which was my mom's favorite. She loves seeing old Shanghai, and walking slowly with her was a unique and memorable experience.

There is not much commercial atmosphere in the ancient town, and there are still many houses. You can buy vegetables grown by locals, which are very fresh. The road is also very eye-friendly. There are also many fruits to buy on the roadside, such as yellow peaches and watermelons. Grapes from Jiading will be available soon.

Was magical in all the right places. Crowd was very manageable during Friday. Only needed a premier pass for Tron.

A good place to visit - definitely. Went there in the afternoon, bought the ticket onsite via Trip which was a breeze. The place is quite large but can get crowded at certain photo spots. We exited at closing time and then took a walk at the adjacent street mall which is also beautiful.