Chinese people often think of a rainy spring as a rather romantic (浪漫的) time to travel as the scenery seems to be more picturesque when it rains. If you are making a plan for your spring trip, Shaoxing is the place to go.
Shaoxing lies in the south of the Yangtze River Delta (长江三角洲) in Zhejiang Province. It is one of the most famous historical cities in China. It is known for its rich culture, and as a city of bridges, tea and scholars(学者). A number of great scholars either were born here or spent an important part of their life in the city, including the great writer Lu Xun.
With a history of more than 1, 000 years, the area has many attractions, like the houses of famous historical people. In addition, the natural landscape alone is a good reason for a visit. During the rainy months of spring, visitors often take Wupeng Boats to enjoy its natural beauty.
Silk products in Shaoxing are of high quality and are very popular with tourists. Shaoxing is famous for its wine, too, if you go to Shaoxing, you will find it has something for everyone.
