Shanghai
Old Town
Walking Tour
✨ NEW City Tour ✨
Whether you've been living in Shanghai for years
or freshly arrived in the city,
this walking tour will surprise you!
Wen - your local guide -
will tell you all the stories & histories
about these fascinating spots.
After the walking tour,
you'll have a coffee break with Wen
to discuss and share ideas.
🌟
👨👩👧👦 Family-friendly
🐶 Dog-friendly
Highlights:
⛩️ 400 years old city walls in downtown of Shanghai
🏘️ The Street life in Shanghai
🏞️ Ziyuan Garden - Einstein’s banquet site in 1922
The Tour
🕤 Tour Duration: 2.5 hours
😎 Type: City Walk, ~ 3kilometers
📸 Meeting details:
Oct 3, 13:00
Yuyuan garden metro line 10
Introduction:
After the First Opium War, Shanghai opened up to the world, with the British being the first to establish the British settlement. Shortly after, the United States and France also arrived and established the American settlement and French Concession respectively.
Eventually, Shanghai became divided into three zones, each governed by different rules.
One of these zones is Shanghai Old Town, which was once referred to as a small fishing village. Initially, Shanghai was a village during the Tang Dynasty and later developed into a town during the Song Dynasty. It was finally promoted to a county-level administration in the Yuan Dynasty in 1291.
In 1553, Shanghai constructed city walls as a defense against Japanese Pirates. During our walk, we will have the opportunity to encounter these 400-year-old walls and learn about their history.
Additionally, the walk includes visits to other notable sites such as Siming Guild Hall, Ziyuan Garden, Ten Thousand Bamboos Elementary School, and the Confucius Temple.
Shanghai City Wall
In 1553, Shanghai constructed city walls as a defense against Japanese Pirates. The old town had a diameter of approximately one mile and a circumference of a little over 3 miles. However, these walls were eventually demolished in 1912
Siming Guild Hall
The Siming Guild Hall served as a gathering place for Ningbonese people who traveled to Shanghai and also served as their cemetery. During the 19th century, there were two instances of massacres that occurred in opposition to the Imperialist Expansion of concessions
Ten Thousand bamboos
elementary school-"Wan Zhu Shanju"
In the 17th century, "Wan Zhu Shanju" was the former residence of a Ming dynasty scholar. This neoclassical building later became the site of a school founded in 1911, the last year of the Qing dynasty.
The Confucious Temple
The Shanghai Confucian Temple complex is a splendid architectural marvel, featuring elaborately designed pagodas, small bridges, flowing water, and lush greenery that give it the ambiance of a unique Jiangnan garden. It was also known as the school palace, serving as the highest learning institution in ancient Shanghai.
In 1853, an uprising known as the "Small Sword Society" took place, and its headquarters were established in the temple. Unfortunately, the temple was destroyed during the conflict. However, a new temple was reconstructed in 1855, which stands to this day.
(Please note: the temple is Currently under construction, guide will introduce the temple in great details in front of the gate of temple)
Ziyuan Garden
In 2022, we will commemorate the 100th anniversary of Albert Einstein's visit to Shanghai. During his visit, Einstein and his wife were invited by Wang Yiting to attend a banquet held in Ziyuan Garden
Coffee Break
At the end of the walk, Wen will take you to a nice coffee shop to have a coffee (included) together.
For booking,
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Email: M2adventurers@gmail.com
Price
220 rmb (min 5ppl, max 12)
Also can be booked as a private tour, on demand
Included
- Professional English Speaking guide
- One coffee during coffee break
- M2 organizing fee
Excluded
- Drinks & Meals not mentioned
- Tips for guide
- Optional activities not mentioned
Cancellation policy
- If you decide to cancel last minute (less than 2 days in advance) you won't be able to get the deposit back but you can use the money for your next booking with M2.
Disclaimer:
All forms of outdoor recreation (including hiking) have a higher level of risk than most ordinary activities.
By participating in M2adventure's hike, you acknowledge and accept the responsibility for making your own determinations as to the suitability of the activity and for your own safety, conduct, and well-being and agree to participate solely at your own risk.
M2adventure, its organizer & hike leaders will not be held responsible for any loss or injury which you may sustain as a result of your participation in any of these activities.
This trip is hosted and operated by Shanghai Fei Zhu International Travel Service.,Ltd, operating Licence: L- SH-00996
