Orychophragmus violaceus (er yue lan in Chinese) meadows can be seen in bloom at Yongfeng village. [Photo from Taicang Daily]

The beautiful water town of Shaxi is just one of the places in Taicang hosting events during the festival. [Photo from Taicang Daily]

Rural houses have been renovated and kitted out with the latest mod cons to cater for festival goers. [Photo from Taicang Daily]