Zhouzhuang is the most popular of all of the ancient water towns around Shanghai as well as in China, noted for its profound cultural background, the well preserved ancient residential houses and the elegant watery views. The waterways and architecture of this ancient town are straight out of the pages of a Chinese fairy tale. It has been called the Venice of the East. Zhouzhuang is surrounded and divided by lakes and rivers. Many stone bridges cross the rivers, showing distinctive views of the water-town. The Twin Bridges, which are Shide Bridge and Yongan Bridge, are the most famous and are considered the symbol of Zhouzhuang. Other attractions at Zhouzhuang water town include Fuan Bridge, Shen House, Zhang House, Milou Tower and Chengxu Temple.