An eastern Chinese city will build a cultural and tourist town in the name of ancient thinker Wang Yangming, whose Confucian philosophies are influential in many parts of Asia. According to local authorities, Wang's old residence in the city has received over three million visits since its opening in 2007.

Known as Wang's hometown, Yuyao in Zhejiang Province last Saturday launched a project to build Yangming Ancient Town and develop cultural and tourist products to help visitors better understand the philosopher and educator of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644).

The city of Yuyao is home to other tourist sites including the 7,000-year-old Hemudu Ruins and Siming Lake. 

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