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| A Brief introduction to Wuxi |
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Wuxi (literally means No More Tin) was built over 3,000 years ago. According to the book, in 772 B.C., tin and lead were found in what is today Wuxi. At that time, all weapons and farming tools were made of bronze, an alloy of copper and tin. After 500 years, however, tin run out. Hence the name, Wuxi (No More Tin), which signifies peace. Wuxi is located north of Taihu Lake and south of the Yangtze River. Consisting of the city proper and three suburban towns, the total area of Wuxi is 4650 square kilometers. Climatically, Wuxi has distinct seasons, with the temperature averaging 15.5 degrees Centigrade. Wuxi is an important town in Jiangsu Province. It nevertheless is an attractive place to visit with its network of canals and cobbled streets. The major attraction for most visitors are Lake Taihu, the third largest fresh water lake in China and two other fine gardens -- Mei Yuan, or Plum Garden, and Li Garden. Each has its own charm. Xihui Park, located on the western edge of Wuxi is a famous park. There are the remains of the Hui Shan Temple built in 420 A.D. and the Huishan Spring that was known as far back as the ninth century. The spring is "the second oldest spring in china". |
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