Zhuji
Zhuji was an ancient capital of the Yue state, the hometown of the legendary beauty Xishi, and the place where King Goujian of Yue plotted the restoration of his kingdom.…
Zhuji, Shaoxing · Gmbsfd · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Key facts
- Admission
- Free
- Opening hours
- Open all day (an administrative district, not a ticketed attraction)
- Getting there
- Take the high-speed train to Zhuji Station; from downtown Shaoxing, take a coach to Zhuji (about 1h); city buses cover the towns. As the attractions are scattered, self-driving is recommended
- Guidebook rating
- 3 / 5
From China Self Guided Travel 2025, page 1177. Open in Google Maps
About Zhuji
Zhuji was an ancient capital of the Yue state, the hometown of the legendary beauty Xishi, and the place where King Goujian of Yue plotted the restoration of his kingdom. Rich in history and culture, it is one of the oldest counties in Zhejiang and a birthplace of Wu-Yue culture in China.
Tips from the guidebook
- 1. Must-sees in Zhuji: Wuxie, Xishi Hall, Douyan Giant Buddha, Fengqiao and Dongbai Mountain are the highlights.
- 2. Local specialities: Fengqiao torreya nuts and freshwater pearls are famous regional products.
- 3. Getting around the city: Tourist Route 57 links Xishi's Hometown and Wuxie via Zhuji Railway Station (诸暨火车站), covering 28 km with a bus every 19 minutes; ¥5 per person. Tourist Route 58 runs between Zhuji Railway Station and Paitou Town, passing Douyan, every 15 minutes; ¥5 per person. Bus routes 21, 113 and 17 serve Xishi's Hometown via Zhuji Railway Station. Taxi base fare in urban Zhuji: ¥8 for the first 2.5 km.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Zhuji cost?
Admission to Zhuji is Free, as listed in the 2025 guidebook. Prices can change; check the official channel before you go.
What are the opening hours of Zhuji?
Zhuji is open Open all day (an administrative district, not a ticketed attraction).
How do I get to Zhuji?
Take the high-speed train to Zhuji Station; from downtown Shaoxing, take a coach to Zhuji (about 1h); city buses cover the towns. As the attractions are scattered, self-driving is recommended
Where is Zhuji?
Zhuji is in Shaoxing, Zhejiang Province, in the East China of China. Zhuji City, Shaoxing, Zhejiang Province
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