Students take a group photo at the remarkable Stone Arch of Nanxun. [Photo/en.study-shanghai.org]

Students have a good time in Nanxun. [Photo/en.study-shanghai.org]

Shanghai International Studies University had a water town tour for scholarship students at its Confucius Institute in Nanxun, an ancient town in Huzhou, Zhejiang province.

A wooden bridge crosses the water, with weeping willows swaying on both sides and some quaint rowboats sailing on the river. The students took a voyage to appreciate sceneries along the river, where shops and folk houses lined up, adding some bustle to the peace.

Paved roads stretched forward, flanked by Xiaolianzhuang Garden, Jiayetang Hall Library and old houses. The students took several photos to mark their experience, while locals also responded with curious looks.