Wuxi, Macao
Museums
If you're in Wuxi, China, you may want to visit the Wuxi Museum. It showcases the city's cultural heritage and exhibits various artifacts, from ancient times to modern era. Other museums in the area include the China Silk Museum and the Liangxi Ancient Town Museum.
Food
Wuxi and Macau are actually two different places, so I'll provide recommendations for both:
Wuxi:
- Wuxi spareribs (无锡排骨): slow-cooked pork ribs in a sweet and savory sauce.
- Taihu silver fish (太湖银鱼): small freshwater fish that are fried until crispy and served with soy sauce and vinegar.
- Wuxi-style braised pork (无锡糟肉): tender pork belly that's marinated in fermented rice and then braised in soy sauce and spices.
- Yangshan honey peach (阳山蜜桃): a type of sweet peach grown in the nearby Yangshan Mountain area.
Macao:
- Portuguese egg tarts (葡式蛋挞): a custard-filled pastry with a caramelized top.
- African chicken (非洲鸡): grilled or baked chicken that's marinated in a spicy blend of herbs and spices.
- Bacalhau (咸鱼): salt cod that's typically prepared in a stew or deep-fried.
- Pork chop buns (猪扒包): a sandwich filled with a deep-fried pork chop and served on a soft bun.
Activities
Correction: Wuxi is actually located in mainland China, not Macao.
Some fun activities that local people enjoy in Wuxi include:
1. Going to Taihu Lake and enjoying the scenery or participating in water activities like boating or fishing.
2. Visiting Lingshan Buddhist Scenic Spot, which features a giant Buddha statue, temples, and gardens.
3. Exploring the Xihui Park and hiking to the top of the mountain for panoramic views of the city.
4. Trying local cuisine, such as Wuxi-style spare ribs, fried gluten balls, and other regional delicacies.
5. Strolling around Nanchang Street, a popular shopping and dining area with a traditional charm.
