Visiting local museums sometimes is the very best way to learn about a place and Suichang county in Lishui city, in East China's Zhejiang province – with its long history and rich culture – is blessed with museums of different kinds. Here are some of the most representative ones:

Suichang Folk Museum

Fascinating ancient folk exhibits – beautifully displayed – are in abundance at the Suichang Folk Museum. [Photo/WeChat account: suichangly]

The museum has a number of display themes – including the traditional local wedding culture, ancient ceramics, embroided costumes and other folk customs, items and arts.

Address: No 428 Chengshuige Road, Suichang county, Lishui

Suichang Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum

Stories about local intangible cultural heritage are faithfully recounted by the Suichang Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum. [Photo/WeChat account: suichangly]

This museum showcases local intangible cultural heritage through pictures, appealing handicrafts exhibitions and interactive activities.

Address: Guanju Culture Park, Suichang county, Lishui

Caihe Village Folk Museum

The performance of local opera is when Caihe facial makeup is used, to great effect. [Photo/WeChat account: suichangly]

The art of Caihe facial makeup originated 500 years ago and it has a complete system, with intricate and immensely colorful patterns. The museum houses many Caihe facial makeup pieces that enable visitors to gain a deep understanding of the local culture.

Address: Caihe village, Jiaotan township, Suichang county, Lishui

Suichang Tang Xianzu Memorial Hall

A Kunqu Opera performance takes place in Suichang Tang Xianzu Memorial Hall. [Photo/WeChat account: suichangly]

Suichang county is where Tang Xianzu, known as the Shakespeare of the Orient, wrote his masterpiece The Peony Pavilion – one of China's Kunqu Opera classics – some 400 years ago during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). The memorial hall focuses on Tang Xianzu's achievements during his political career in Suichang and his artistic works.

Address: No 14 Lane No 4, Beijie Street, Suichang county, Lishui