The poem mentioned above is well-known among Chinese people, and even children can sing the song that based on it. Why? What does Jiangnan mean? Where is Jiangnan? Jiangnan literally means the region located south of the Yangtze River, which includes cities and provinces like Shanghai, Jiangsu (Suzhou), Zhejiang (Hangzhou), and Anhui. For Chinese people, Jiangnan is a charming destination that represents the most beautiful and prosperous region, thanks to its watery topography and wealth in trade.