Advantages
● Scenic Scenery: Reflecting the Jiangbei water town scene, the area boasts a dense network of waterways and well-preserved historical features. The 30-li ancient waterway offers a scenic boat ride through the city. During the day, the ancient buildings and flowing water complement each other beautifully, reminiscent of an ink painting. In autumn, the falling ginkgo and maple leaves shimmer in vibrant colors. At night, the illuminated lights create a breathtaking spectacle, with light and shadow shows vividly depicting the city's past and present.
● Rich Cultural Experiences: Enjoy folk performances such as Dreaming of the Terrace City, Fire Dragon Steel Flowers, and Emperor Qianlong's Parade. Immersive performances recreate the streets and alleyways of the Ming and Qing dynasties, and the shadow puppetry performances are also captivating.
● Diverse Activities: Rowing boats are popular, with boat girls telling stories and singing folk songs. The iron flower show is breathtaking and worth a visit.
● Convenient Admission and Parking: Certain groups, such as those over 60, are exempt from admission. Some parking lots are free, and parking outside the scenic area is also convenient.
● Photography: The overall environment is ideal for photographing, and the night view is particularly photogenic, allowing for beautiful photos that embody the unique characteristics of the Jiangnan water towns.
Disadvantages
● Issues with the layout of the commercial and heritage sites: The bar street is close to the Taierzhuang Battle Ruins Park, creating a noisy atmosphere that clashes with the solemnity of the ruins, creating an uncomfortable atmosphere.
● Poor dining experience: Some restaurants offer pre-prepared dishes with poor taste and quality, and dishware is not properly cleaned.
● Operational management issues: Excessive promotion of programs and light shows gives visitors a distorted understanding of the ancient city; high ticket prices result in low attendance, making it difficult for businesses to operate; insufficient and misleading external publicity fails to highlight the city's cultural advantages; parking is poorly constructed, with unpaved roads and slow construction progress; scalpers are rampant, diverting customers and impacting guesthouses and restaurants within the city.