江苏——常州
江苏常州，一座有着2500多年文字记载历史的文化古城，素有“三吴重镇、八邑名都”之称。古老的大运河穿城而过，悠悠古运河畔，人杰地灵，人文荟萃，“天下名士有部落，东南无与常匹俦”。优美的自然风景、丰厚的历史底蕴和独特的民俗风情使常州成为长三角地区一颗亮丽璀璨的明珠。
located in southern jiangsu province, changzhou is a well known cultural city and a rising industrial city with more than 2,500 years. there are many places of scenic beauty and historic interest. changzhou is yet another city positioned on china's grand canal. due to the graceful natural sceneries, the profound historical background and unique folklore artistry, the city is becoming the brightest pearl in the yangtze delta region.