Yangzhou is well known for its brilliant and gorgeous culture which can be dated back to thousands of years ago. Through ages, countless scholars and literati have enchanted this city. The Slender Westlake, in particular, is renowned as a shining pearl of our city. 

    The lake is about 4.5 kilometers long and covers an area of 33 square kilometers, with abundant historic sites scattering alongside the lake. A one-day walk in Yangzhou City will take you to places of interest including the ancient Canal dug in the 5th BC, the city wall of Tang dynasty, the ancient well of Song dynasty, and classic gardens of Ming and Qing dynasties. You will feast your eyes on these ancient architecture and landscape and may soon lose your way in wandering the history.