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Living Heritage Towns

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Living Heritage Towns

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Skansen
Sweden★ 3

Skansen

World's first open-air museum founded in 1891. It showcases historical buildings, traditional crafts, and seasonal festivals, providing a unique urban cultural experience year-round.

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Beamish Museum
England★ 3

Beamish Museum

Northeast England living museum representing 1820s-1950s villages with pit village, tramways, and working farm exhibits. Operates April to October with multiple period areas for visitors.

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Den Gamle By
Denmark★ 3

Den Gamle By

Danish town life through centuries with period shops, workshops, and seasonal events located in Aarhus. It is open year-round with good urban visitor infrastructure.

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Luzhi
China★ 3

Luzhi

History of 2,500 years, known as the "Museum of Bridges" featuring 41 ancient bridges, Buddhist temples, and traditional costumes. A quieter alternative for visitors.

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Upper Canada Village
Canada★ 4

Upper Canada Village

1860s Canadian village showcasing heritage breeds, battle reenactments, and canal experiences. It is seasonal from May to October and offers a strong cultural narrative of Canadian history.

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Xizhou
China★ 5

Xizhou

Best-preserved Bai minority architecture and living ancient town without heavy commercialization. Experiences include Bai tie-dye workshops, morning markets with ethnic minorities, traditional courtyard homes, three-course tea ceremony, Erhai Lake cycling, local baba bread making, traditional Bai dancing and music. Boutique accommodations available with a focus on authentic culture preservation.

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Shaxi
China★ 4

Shaxi

Tea Horse Road trading post with authentic preservation. Features include Friday market, Sideng Square, Buddhist temples, and hiking opportunities. Boutique development and less touristy.

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Nanxun
China★ 4

Nanxun

Wealthy merchant heritage town blending Chinese and Western architecture. Key sites are Liu's Ladder, Zhang Shiming's Former Residence, and silk history. Less touristy and more authentic experience.

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Tongli
China★ 4

Tongli

Called "Little Venice" with 49 ancient bridges. Attractions include Tuisi Garden (UNESCO), wedding museum, boat rides, and ancient architecture. Less commercialized than Zhouzhuang.

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