In Chinese, Taicang means a place where an imperial granary was built under the instructions of the king of the Wu Kingdom during the Spring and Autumn period (approximately from 770 to 476 BC). It has been hailed as the “golden Taicang in the beautiful regions south of the Yangtze River”. During the Yuan and Ming dynasties (1271 to 1644), flourishing maritime trade and efficient water transport made Taicang the “dock of six kingdoms”, attracting numerous merchants. Since Zheng He, a great Chinese navigator who lived in the Ming Dynasty, embarked on his seven voyages to the western seas from the city, Taicang has inherited a millennium-old tradition of openness.
Welcome to Taicang: A Modern Garden City and a Golden Hub of Happiness
Prime Location & Global Connectivity
Next Stop to Shanghai: Situated at the confluence of the Yangtze River and the East China Sea, Taicang is the closest riverside city to Shanghai, proudly branding itself as "Shanghai's Next Stop."
World-Class Port: Taicang Port is the largest port on the Yangtze River and consistently ranks among the top 100 global container ports.
Hometown of German Enterprises: With over 30 years of Sino-German cooperation, Taicang is home to more than 560 German-invested companies and over 60 German Hidden Champions. It is the only Sino-German Enterprise Cooperation Base officially endorsed by both governments.
A Garden City of Innovation & Well-being
Eco-Friendly Development: Embracing the philosophy of "a city within fields and gardens within a city," Taicang boasts a vibrant ecological foundation. Visitors can explore the ancient charm of Shaxi Water Town or enjoy the majestic scenery of the Yangtze River coastline, complete with unique local delicacies.
Top-Tier Innovation: Taicang consistently ranks among the top national counties for scientific innovation and green development.
City of Happiness: Recognized 14 times as one of China’s "Most Happiest Cities," Taicang has held the No.1 spot among county-level cities for ten consecutive years, widely acclaimed for its livability and business-friendly environment.
"Full of merit, yet poetically, man dwells on this earth." — Friedrich Hölderlin
Thriving industries, an eco-friendly lifestyle, and a harmonious Sino-German synergy—this is the most vivid portrait of Taicang.