Huzhou (湖州)

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Area & Population

Area: 5,820 km² (prefecture-level city)
Population: Approximately 3.4 million (2020 census)

Name Origin

Huzhou means "lake state" in Chinese, named for its location on the shore of Taihu Lake. It has been a center of silk and tea production for over 2,000 years.

Happiness Index

7.0/10 — Residents enjoy a balanced lifestyle with modern amenities and cultural richness.

Metro & Transport

Huzhou has no commercial airport; the nearest airports are in Hangzhou and Shanghai. Huzhou Railway Station and Huzhou South Station connect to Hangzhou, Nanjing, and other cities on the Nanjing–Hangzhou high-speed railway. Buses and taxis serve the city.

Universities

Huzhou University and Huzhou Vocational and Technical College are the main local higher-education institutions.

Natural Resources

Huzhou lies on the southern shore of Taihu Lake with a humid subtropical climate. It has lakes, rivers, bamboo forests, and the famous Mogan Mountain nearby.

Attractions in Huzhou

Visit Taihu Lake scenic area, Feiying Pagoda, Mogan Mountain, Nanxun Ancient Town, and the Anji Bamboo Forest.

Popular Routes

Day 1: Visit Feiying Pagoda and Taihu Lake.
Day 2: Day trip to Nanxun Ancient Town or Mogan Mountain.

Food & Dining

Try Taihu whitefish, Huzhou zongzi, Anji bamboo shoots, freshwater crab, and Hangzhou-influenced Jiangsu-Zhejiang dishes.

Shopping

Buy silk products, Anji white tea, bamboo crafts, Taihu pearls, and freshwater fish products. Nanxun Ancient Town is a great place for local crafts.

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