Located on Lake Tai's southern shore, this industrial center in Jiangsu province has classical Tang-era gardens, temples, and pagodas. Home to 4.5 million people and major universities.
Wuxi, a city in eastern China's Jiangsu province, sits along the ancient Grand Canal between Shanghai and Nanjing. You'll find an 88-meter bronze Buddha watching over Lake Tai, willow trees swaying along the paths of Lihu Park, and water acrobats performing at the Sunac Taihu Show. The city's location on the Grand Canal has shaped its growth into one of China's major industrial centers.
Getting to Wuxi
You can reach Wuxi through Sunan Shuofang International Airport, which has regular flights to major Asian cities. High-speed trains connect to Shanghai (45 minutes) and Nanjing (60 minutes). In the city, six metro lines run from 5:30 AM to 10:30 PM daily, connecting all major districts.
The Grand Buddha and Buddhist Complex
The Mt. Lingshan Grand Buddha rises 88 meters above a 30-hectare complex. When you visit the Brahma Palace, look up at its dome ceiling covered in gold-painted Buddhist scenes. The Nine Dragons Bathing Sakyamuni, a 7.2-meter bronze sculpture, depicts water flowing over the infant Buddha. You can climb 217 steps to reach the Buddha's base for views of Lake Tai. Admission is ¥210 per person, including access to all areas.
Parks and Gardens
At Lihu Park, 200-year-old willow trees line stone pathways along Lake Tai. The park opened in 1927 and includes red-painted bridges connecting small islands. The Star of Taihu Lake Ferris wheel rises 115 meters above the water, giving you views across the city. In Xihui Park, maple trees and plum blossoms change with the seasons, while stone paths wind around ponds filled with koi fish.
Cultural Institutions
The Wuxi Museum spans 71,000 square meters across five floors. The main hall documents the city's growth from a fishing village to an industrial center, with artifacts from local bronze workshops and silk factories. The science wing includes hands-on exhibits about robotics and environmental science. More than 600,000 visitors come here annually. Entry is free with valid ID.
Modern Entertainment
Watch international snooker players compete at the 30,000-seat Wuxi Sports Center during the annual Wuxi Classic tournament each June. The Sunac Taihu Show combines diving, acrobatics, and water effects in a 2,000-seat theater by Lake Tai. Shows run twice daily at 3:30 PM and 7:30 PM, with tickets starting at ¥380.
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