Yonglian village in Nanfeng town, Zhangjiagang was selected among the 320 national-level rural tourism promotion villages, according to a list released by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism.

With its well-developed economy, comprehensive facilities and idyllic scenery, the village has received many visitors from home and abroad.

The village, with an area of over 10 square kilometers, is home to a water town, garden-like factories and modern farmlands.

Over the years, the village has focused on the construction of tourism facilities and has been striving to transform itself into a famous leisure and sightseeing spot featuring food, entertainment, shopping and tourism.

A view of Yonglian village in Zhangjiagang, Jiangsu province. [Photo/zjgonline.com]

Yonglian village, with an area of over 10 square kilometers, is home to a water town, garden-like factories and modern farmlands. [Photo/zjgonline.com]