Zhouzhuang in Four Seasons, a live-action performance that depicts the everyday life of the water town's residents, was recently ranked by Suzhou Tourism Bureau as one of the top amusements for night tours in Suzhou.

The selection embodied an online vote from over 380,000 netizens, and attracted around 1.2 million page views. On this basis, tourist experts were able to work out a final list.

Zhouzhuang in Four Seasons, usually performed at night, is set on a stunning stage featuring small bridges, running rivers and riverside households. The performance utilizes a range of effects to represent Zhouzhuang's picturesque views through the changing seasons – from the rainy spring to festive Chinese New Year celebrations in winter.

In addition, a cruise along the ancient canal, the beer festival at Suzhou Amusement Land, and the light festival at the botanic garden in Dayang Mountain National Forest Park, were also ranked as top amusements.

Shantang Street, the ancient water town Mudu, the Suzhou-style "London Tower Bridge" and Luxiang ancient village were ranked among the top 10 scenic spots free of charge for night tours in Suzhou.

A scene from the live-action performance Zhouzhuang in Four Seasons which depicts the everyday life of Zhouzhuang's residents [Photo from WeChat account zzgfweixin]