Sunset in Dongwuli village, Wuxi. [Photo provided to gowuxi.com]

On the shores of Taihu Lake in Wuxi lies a hidden gem of a village known as Dongwuli, offering the rejuvenating miracle of a countryside stroll.

Traveling south along Shanshuixi Road and passing the prestigious 5A-rated Three Kingdoms and Water Margin Cities, one is immediately captivated by a line of white farmhouses nestled against the mountains, freshly paved roads, and vibrant wall paintings.

Visitors take photos of the sunset by the Taihu Lake in Dongwuli village. [Photo provided to gowuxi.com]

Dongwuli provides a picturesque setting where you can immerse yourself in the charm of the Three Kingdoms City. As you venture deeper into the village along the gravel path and descend gently from the platform, a serene panorama unfolds.

At dusk, Dongwuli transforms into a "Little Erhai Lake" of Wuxi, offering a scenic vista of mountains, water, and lakes, with tree leaves gracefully swaying in the water.

A notable feature of Dongwuli is the charming self-operated farmhouse restaurants, where the majority of ingredients are sourced from local fields.

Jianshan Xiaozhu store in Dongwuli village. [Photo provided to gowuxi.com]

At the Jianshan Xiaozhu store in Dongwuli, you can find a cozy coffee shop, a serene tea room, comfortable homestays, and a communal kitchen.

Watching the enchanting sunset, savoring a cup of aromatic hand-dripped coffee, and indulging in moments of contemplation are all cherished activities in this idyllic setting.

Travel Tips:

When the weather is clear, there is a good chance of seeing a beautiful sunset.

During late summer and early autumn, the sunset occurs around 7 pm, so it is advisable to secure a viewing spot by 6 pm. Keep track of daily weather forecasts via a weather app.

For the best experience, you may want to wait until around 7:15 pm to see the peak moment of the sunset.