The old city walls are poignant reminders of the city's long and storied history.

During the Spring and Autumn Period (770-476 BC), a time of warring states after the collapse of the Zhou Dynasty (c.11th century-256 BC), Wuxi was once home to the capital of the Wu Kingdom, one of many kingdoms battling for supremacy.

Growing over these ancient roots is a contemporary Wuxi which is bustling, active and thriving, modernizing while preserving its heritage.

Wuxi has all the amenities and features you'd expect from a major metropolis — universities, cafes, metro stations, manufacturing and supply chain networks, and airports that connect it to the world.

Though Wuxi is part of China's remarkable transformation, visitors still have the sense in the city that there is an organic connection to the Chinese past.

There are numerous temples and historical sites to explore, as well as museums, galleries and concert halls showcasing traditional Chinese culture, art and opera.

Wuxi has never been stagnant. It has been continuously evolving over three millennia, and recent developments are just part of that bigger picture.