A nighttime view of Qinghu Ancient Town in Jiangshan, a county-level city in Quzhou, Zhejiang province. [Photo/Zhejiang Daily]

Qinghu Ancient Town in Jiangshan, a county-level city in Quzhou, Zhejiang province, has been shortlisted as a nighttime culture and tourism destination, as recently announced by the Zhejiang Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism.

The 1,400-year-old town was prosperous during the Ming and Qing dynasties (1368-1911) and is best known for its dock and commercial cultures.

Qinghu boasts more than 20,000 square meters of ancient buildings and is home to 16 provincial cultural relic protection units.

A national 3A scenic attraction, the town has undertaken a range of proactive measures to highlight its rich tradition and cultural heritage, including staging intangible cultural heritage performances, organizing live-action performances, and captivating audiences with mesmerizing light shows.

Tourists are seen in Qinghu Ancient Town in Jiangshan, a county-level city in Quzhou, Zhejiang province. [Photo/Zhejiang Daily]