Luzhi [甪直镇]
Water town protection plan
Location: [苏州市吴中区] Wuzhong district, Suzhou, Luzhi, Jiangsu
Typology: Water town Scale: 1sqkm (Old town) Contracting authority: Luzhi local authorities Main Stakeholders: Tongji University, local craftmen, inhabitants
Since the construction of the Buddhist temple of Baosheng in the 9th century, Luzhi has become a flourishing water town of the Jiangnan area. It is enclosed by waterways and its centre is characterized by a network of water canals and a river that separate the town into two distinct areas. Luzhi is not only famous for its temple, but also for its 40 remaining ancient bridges made in different styles and materials and for its traditional houses, some of which are open to the public. A very detailed work has been done while renovating the old structures and respecting the authentic styles.
Keywords: Protection plan, Atmosphere
Water town protection plan
Location: [苏州市吴中区] Wuzhong district, Suzhou, Luzhi, Jiangsu
Typology: Water town Scale: 1sqkm (Old town) Contracting authority: Luzhi local authorities Main Stakeholders: Tongji University, local craftmen, inhabitants
Since the construction of the Buddhist temple of Baosheng in the 9th century, Luzhi has become a flourishing water town of the Jiangnan area. It is enclosed by waterways and its centre is characterized by a network of water canals and a river that separate the town into two distinct areas. Luzhi is not only famous for its temple, but also for its 40 remaining ancient bridges made in different styles and materials and for its traditional houses, some of which are open to the public. A very detailed work has been done while renovating the old structures and respecting the authentic styles.
Keywords: Protection plan, Atmosphere