Zhujiajiao Ancient Town is located in Qingpu District, Shanghai. It is one of the most well preserved, large-scale, and tourism rich water towns in Jiangnan, known as the "Venice of Shanghai" and the "Number One Water Town in Shanghai". It is about 50 kilometers away from the center of Shanghai and is an ideal place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, experience small bridges, flowing water, homes, and the ancient charm of the Ming and Qing dynasties.
The original ecological water town pattern: The town is crisscrossed by rivers and ports, with nine long streets extending along the river. Thousands of Ming and Qing Dynasty buildings stand by the water, and thirty-six ancient bridges have different styles, presenting a typical "small bridge, flowing water, and family" style.
Living ancient town: There are still a large number of indigenous people living here, full of fireworks, and a good balance between commercial and living atmosphere.
Rich cultural heritage: It was once a bustling commercial town with a rich cultural heritage, boasting numerous celebrity residences, gardens, and museums.
One bridge, one street, one temple, one temple
Fangsheng Bridge: The largest and longest five arch stone bridge in Shanghai, built in the Ming Dynasty, is a symbol of Zhujiajiao. Standing on the bridge, you can overlook the scenery on both sides of the Caogang River, and it is also an excellent location for taking panoramic shots of the ancient town.
Beidajie (also known as "Yixian Street"): known as the "first street of the Ming and Qing dynasties in Shanghai", it is over a thousand meters long, narrow and long, with traditional shops lining both sides, selling specialty snacks such as braised pork, grandma zongzi, smoked green beans, and sugar lotus root.
Yuanjin Zen Temple: Founded in the Yuan Dynasty, it was built along the river and was once an important cultural relic storage facility. Inside the temple, there is the Qinghua Pavilion with a view of the river.
Chenghuang Temple: Qingpu City God's Palace, not small in size, has a thriving incense fire, and has a stage and garden.
Core Experience: Water Town Life
River Cruise by Boat: Take a hand cranked boat at the dock and navigate through the water alleys, experiencing the charm of the ancient town from a water perspective (charged by boat, available for boat sharing).
Strolling through the old streets: Tasting authentic water town snacks and experiencing the fun of "eating while walking".
Exploring the alleys: Leave the main street and enter the alleys of Quieter (such as Xijing Street and Donghu Street) to experience the real life of local residents.
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The standard voltage in China is 220V. The commonly used socket shape is as shown in the picture. Most luxury hotel rooms are equipped with universal sockets, and tourists can also rent socket adapters at the hotel front desk.
Make a phone call
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Emergency call:
Call the police: 110
Fire emergency: 119
Traffic police: 122
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Purchase a SIM card for a Chinese mobile phone
At major airports serving as ports of entry in China, there are designated counters for communication service providers, such as China Mobile and China Unicom. Foreign tourists can purchase SIM cards for Chinese mobile phones simply by presenting their passports.
Traffic safety tips
In China, all vehicles drive on the right side of the road, and both drivers and passengers must wear seat belts.
Health and medical tips
It is recommended to bring along commonly used medications (such as painkillers or gastrointestinal medications). If you need to take prescribed medication for an extended period, it is advisable to prepare sufficient quantities before departure and carry along doctor's certification documents, medical records, etc.
It is recommended to visit the international medical department of a general hospital or a foreign-funded hospital for treatment, as they generally provide medical services in English.
It is recommended to purchase relevant insurance before departure, and properly keep diagnosis certificates, outpatient medical records, fee lists, prescriptions, invoices, etc.
Cultural taboo
China is a multi-ethnic country, and there are significant differences in customs and habits among various ethnic groups. Especially when traveling in ethnic minority areas, it is important to pay attention to cultural taboos, such as taking off shoes when entering a Dai bamboo house, avoiding pork in Hui restaurants, and treating Buddhist statues, scriptures, and beads as sacred objects that must not be touched. It is recommended to listen carefully to the pre-trip introduction provided by the accompanying personnel and respect local culture and customs.
