We moved to Wuxi a year ago, and it was a completely spontaneous decision. We didn't know anything about the city at the time, but we quickly fell in love with it.
Elena Ufaeva from Russia visits Lingshan Mountain Scenic Area with her husband and friends. [Photo provided to en.wuxi.gov.cn]
What we love most about Wuxi is the way beautiful nature coexists with modern technology. You can find charming old streets right next to huge shopping malls, and there is always something new to discover. One of our favorite things has been simply walking around and exploring every corner of the city.
Elena Ufaeva (left) tours Wuxi at night. [Photo provided to en.wuxi.gov.cn]
My husband is a teacher, and I'm a nutritionist, and Wuxi has given both of us so many new opportunities and experiences.
Elena Ufaeva gives a lecture on nutrition. [Photo provided to en.wuxi.gov.cn]
One of our most exciting memories is having the chance to get married for the second time, this time following Chinese traditions. It was such a unique and beautiful experience that we will always remember.
Elena Ufaeva and her husband experience a traditional Chinese wedding at Huishan Ancient Town. [Photo provided to en.wuxi.gov.cn]
Over the past year, this city has given us wonderful friends, new opportunities, and countless amazing memories. Our friends and relatives came to visit us and they were also impressed. What started as a spontaneous decision turned into a chapter of our lives that we will always treasure.
The author Elena Ufaeva is a nutritionist from Russia. She and her husband moved to Wuxi a year ago.
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