Xinchang Ancient Town
An authentic water town in the heart of Pudong New Area: founded in the Southern Song dynasty, it prospered after the Xiasha salt works moved south, and in the Ming and Qing dynasties was known for its “thirteen archways and nine huanlong bridges” (numerous memorial archways and stone bridges)
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- Opening hours
- Open all day
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- Free
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An authentic water town in the heart of Pudong New Area: founded in the Southern Song dynasty, it prospered after the Xiasha salt works moved south, and in the Ming and Qing dynasties was known for its “thirteen archways and nine huanlong bridges” (numerous memorial archways and stone bridges). The town spreads along both banks of the Xinchang Creek, dense with stone arch bridges, its embankments and arcaded houses preserved in their original state; memories of the salt and silk-reeling trades linger between the old shop signs and Nanshan Ancient Temple; the films Lust, Caution and See You Tomorrow were both shot here. Commercial development is limited and the atmosphere of everyday local life is strong — teahouses and haitang cake (begonia-shaped pastry) stalls make it a model of a slow-paced water town.
Getting there: Metro Line 16, Xinchang Station
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