As the 2026 World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit approaches, discover all the charms of Wuzhen, a traditional water town in East China's Zhejiang province.

Winding canals, stone bridges and waterside houses define its serene landscape. Boats glide beneath bridges, while narrow lanes invite exploration. At dusk, waterfront lights cast shimmering reflections across the water.

With its rich cultural heritage and longstanding role in dialogues on digital development, Wuzhen offers a distinctive setting where tradition meets innovation.

Explore the pictures below for a closer look at the town.

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The World Internet Conference (WIC) was established as an international organization on July 12, 2022, headquartered in Beijing, China. It was jointly initiated by Global System for Mobile Communication Association (GSMA), National Computer Network Emergency Response Technical Team/Coordination Center of China (CNCERT), China Internet Network Information Center (CNNIC), Alibaba Group, Tencent, and Zhijiang Lab.