[2025 Shanghai Attraction] Travel Guide for Fangsheng Bridge (Updated Jan)

A beautiful and pleasant ancient water town in Jiangnan. After getting off at Zhujiajiao Station on Metro Line 17, it's about an 18-minute walk to the entrance. Upon entering, you first pass by a Wangzai Club, which is a specialty store for Wangwang Foods. I bought a lot of Wangwang snacks there, and they also sell plates shaped like Wangwang Senbei, which are very cute. The entire Zhujiajiao Town is quite large, with plenty to eat, drink, and see. It takes half a day to a full day to explore. There's no entrance fee to enter Zhujiajiao Town, but some historical sites require separate tickets. You can also buy a combined ticket, which is cheaper. Must-see attractions and historical sites include: Fangsheng Bridge, the Qing Dynasty Post Office, Hexinyuan, Kezhi Garden, Zhujiajiao Club Teahouse, and more. You can also leisurely take a boat ride or rent Hanfu for photos. There are many dining options within the streets. Soy sauce shrimp, zha ti, zha rou, and zongzi are famous local delicacies. Grandma's zongzi is oily, fragrant, and cheap, so it's worth a try. Tourists visiting Shanghai should definitely take a trip to Zhujiajiao Town. It's only an hour's drive from the bustling city to this ancient water town. A different side of Shanghai, but equally wonderful.

Zhujiajiao (朱家角古镇), located in Shanghai’s Qingpu District, is a picturesque ancient water town known for its beautiful canals, stone bridges, and traditional Chinese architecture. Established over 1,700 years ago, Zhujiajiao offers visitors a glimpse into China’s rich history and culture. Stroll along the narrow alleyways, explore quaint teahouses, and visit the iconic Fangsheng Bridge, the longest stone bridge in Shanghai. You can take a peaceful boat ride through the canals, visit the ancient post office, and admire the many temples and gardens scattered throughout. Zhujiajiao is a perfect blend of history, serenity, and charm. #chinatrip #asiatrip #instatravel #chinatravel

#coupletravel Zhujiajiao Watertown, just an hour from Shanghai, is a delightful day trip destination. With its winding canals, ancient stone bridges, and traditional wooden houses, it offers a glimpse into the past. Stroll along the quaint streets lined with shops selling local crafts and snacks, or take a peaceful boat ride along the waterways for a different perspective. Key sights include the impressive Fangsheng Bridge and the tranquil Kezhi Garden. Zhujiajiao’s charming atmosphere, combined with its proximity to Shanghai, makes it an ideal getaway from the city’s hustle and bustle. Travel Tips: Best Time to Visit: Weekdays to avoid weekend crowds. Must-See: Fangsheng Bridge and Kezhi Garden for beautiful views and architecture. Local Treats: Sample sticky rice dumplings and zongzi from street vendors.

#ShanghaiTourism Zhujiajiao, an ancient town on the outskirts of Shanghai, has been a town with well-developed waterways since ancient times, and the streets are filled with beautiful scenery. One of the most notable sights is the particularly majestic bridge, the "Fangsheng Bridge"! It is a stone bridge built by monks about 500 years ago, and the stone monument next to it makes it clear that it is an important bridge with a long history. #china #ChinaTrip #Zhujiajiao #StoneBridge #shanghaitrip #bridge

📍Zhujiajiao Ancient Town, Shanghai 🚇: Zhujiajiao Station, Metro Line 17 🎫: The ancient town is open all day for free, but some attractions in the town charge admission (Kezhi Garden, Hexin Garden, Helong Art Museum). Tickets for paid attractions can be purchased on the "Le You Zhujiajiao" WeChat account or on site. [Attraction Introduction] Kezhi Garden: A private garden villa that combines the essence of Jiangnan gardens with Western elements. Hexin Garden: Smaller than Kezhi Garden, but the pavilions and towers in the garden are exquisite and elegant, with a view at every step. Fangsheng Bridge: The largest and longest five-hole stone arch bridge in Shanghai, known as the "First Bridge in Shanghai". Helong Art Museum: The exhibition area covers a total of 800 square meters and is said to be the art museum with the largest collection of works by Haipai masters in Shanghai. Yuanjin Zen Temple: The temple offers a wide view of the boats coming and going. It's very pleasant to have a cup of tea at the teahouse on the opposite bank. City God Temple: Don't miss the theater, the big abacus, and the ginkgo tree. Qing Dynasty Post Office: The former site of a Qing Dynasty post office, with some small items such as notebooks, refrigerator magnets, and bookmarks.

Dear family, today I will take you to Zhujiajiao Ancient Town in Qingpu District, Shanghai, a Jiangnan water town that seems to have walked out of an ink painting.🏮 🌿[Ancient Town Impression] As soon as you step into the ancient town, you will be attracted by the bluestone streets and Ming and Qing ancient houses, as if you have traveled back to that misty era. Every step is stepping on the echo of history, which is fascinating. 🌳[Kezhi Garden] The star attraction here, Kezhi Garden, combines Chinese and Western architectural styles, with both the elegance of Chinese gardens and the grandeur of Western architecture, and every place is full of historical heaviness. 🌉[Fangsheng Bridge] The iconic building of the ancient town, Fangsheng Bridge, carries the respect for life and awe of nature of the residents of the ancient town. Standing on the bridge, the scenery of the ancient town is in sight, and the tranquility and beauty are refreshing. 🍡[Jiangnan Cuisine] The food in Zhujiajiao is also a highlight. The fresh and soft glutinous rice balls, the soft and sweet moon cakes, and the fresh and tender small steamed buns are all memorable. 📜[Historical Story] The history of Zhujiajiao Ancient Town can be traced back to thousands of years ago. It was once a prosperous stone tool manufacturing and trading center in the Jiangnan region. In the late Ming and early Qing dynasties, Zhujiajiao reached its peak of development and became one of the famous commercial and handicraft centers in Jiangnan at that time. This visit to Zhujiajiao Ancient Town made me deeply feel the unique charm of Jiangnan Water Town. Every attraction here, every dish, every historical story, is fascinating. If you also desire tranquility and simplicity, you might as well come to Zhujiajiao for a walk, I believe you will also fall in love with this beautiful water town.

#chinatrip Zhujiajiao Water Town, often referred to as the “Venice of the East,” is a picturesque ancient town located just outside of Shanghai. With its quaint canals, stone bridges, traditional houses, and narrow lanes, Zhujiajiao offers a delightful escape into the past. A boat ride along the waterways is a serene experience, allowing visitors to soak in the charming scenery and the town’s unique architectural style. The town is also home to several historical sites, such as the Fangsheng Bridge, Kezhi Garden, and the Yuanjin Buddhist Temple. For those looking to experience a slice of traditional Chinese life and culture, Zhujiajiao Water Town is a perfect day trip destination that captures the essence of old-world China.

💎 The charm of Zhujiajiao Ancient Town Scenic Area: 💎 It has the most characteristic ancient town residences of water towns in Shanghai 💎 It has the style of small bridges and flowing water typical of Jiangnan 💎 Dianshan Lake Scenic Area is within the town, with wide waters and hand-rowed boats swaying on the small rivers 💎 The local Qingpu dialect of the shopkeepers in the ancient town can be heard everywhere 💎 Entrance ticket to Zhujiajiao Ancient Town is free ✅ 🚘 Self-driving tours are more convenient 🅿️ Parking lot charges 🚶‍♂️ Attractions to visit: Fangsheng Bridge, Zhujiajiao Qing Dynasty Post Office 🔔 Summer trips, high temperatures and heat, be sure to do sun protection and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

One Day Trip to Zhujiajiao. Ancient towns are always a handful of sentimentality in people's hearts. Small bridges over flowing water, boats passing through the arches; people coming and going, the houses on both sides bearing the marks of history, where time seems to slow down in the ancient town. 🚩Address: Qingpu District, Shanghai 🚗Parking: Navigate to Zhujiajiao Ancient Town Parking Lot 🚇Transportation: Line 17 to Zhujiajiao Station 🏘️Suggested Time for Visiting: Half a day 💯Highlights: 1️⃣ Fangsheng Bridge: The number one bridge in Shanghai, named for the Buddhist practice of releasing live fish here by monks during the Qing Dynasty. At dusk, with people coming and going, it's quite picturesque like 'a long bridge over a rainbow, with the setting sun casting scattered shadows'. 2️⃣ Small Bridges, Flowing Water, and Households: The best way to appreciate the ancient town is to drift slowly in a small boat. As the boatman rows, you can see the lifestyle of the residents on both sides of the river; passing through the bridge tunnels, you can look up at the pedestrians on the bridge; feel the clarity of the water, the gentleness of the wind. Unknowingly, the boat has reached the shore, making you exclaim how short the slow times always seem. 🍽️Cuisine: 1️⃣ Zha Rou: A local specialty of Qingpu, where pork belly is cleaned, boiled until the blood runs clear, then rice husks are placed at the bottom of the pot, the meat is wrapped in green zong leaves, tied with green rice straw, and simmered with soy sauce, sugar, Shaoxing wine for an hour and a half. The dish has a greenish color, the meat is rosy, and the aroma of the zong is rich. 2️⃣ Zha Ti: Made with pig's trotters, the method is similar to Zha Rou, wrapped in green zong leaves, and the feature is that it's really big. 3️⃣ Grandma's Zongzi: The grandmothers of Zhujiajiao are very busy. They get up early in the morning to wash rice, cut meat, scald zong leaves, and tie up firewood. Grandma's Zongzi is named after this busy routine. 4️⃣ Food Collection: Zhujiajiao has a dedicated area that hosts many chain restaurants: Starbucks, Nayuki, etc., sitting on a chair by the river with a cup of coffee and a piece of dessert is quite pleasant. ‼️Little tips: 1️⃣ The ubiquitous bamboo tube tea has taken over Zhujiajiao, with at least one such milk tea shop on almost every street, suitable for checking in and taking photos, the taste... 2️⃣ The goods in the ancient town are basically homogenized, not much different from other ancient towns Walking around the ancient town, experiencing the small bridges, flowing water, and households, might be the best way to discover Zhujiajiao. Ignore those homogenized shops, measure the old bluestone slabs with your feet step by step, and experience the slow weekend time!

Zhujiajiao Ancient Town is located in Qingpu District, Shanghai, adjacent to Dianshan Lake. It is a historic water town. You can come to watch a sunset in the summer evening, and then take a boat ride in the breeze at night to see the bright lights on both sides of the bank. There are many snack shops along the coast, and it is very comfortable to stroll with friends and family. 🚗Transportation: Parking lot 20 yuan/day. Subway: Exit 1 of Line 17, about 20min walk. You can take a boat directly to Fangsheng Bridge at the subway station. ⏰Recommended play time 3～4h. 🎫Tickets: Free, you can make a reservation at 'Le You Zhujiajiao' or scan the code on site. Some attractions charge separately, 20 yuan each, you can buy a joint ticket. Snack shops are open until 8/9 o'clock. ✅Fangsheng Bridge It is the largest five-hole stone bridge in the Jiangnan area. You can stand on the top of the bridge to watch the passing boats. There are many teahouses on both sides for rest. 📷This place has a wide view and is an excellent spot for photography enthusiasts. ✅Yuanjin Zen Temple 20 yuan Another view, close to the pier, you can also watch the sunset of the ancient town here, it's very photogenic. ✅Dongjing Pavilion Bridge There are relatively fewer tourists here, it's quieter, and there are several teahouses and cafes. ✅North Street Similar to a snack street, lacks characteristics, there are many teahouses and restaurants, you can sit by the river window to watch the boats come and go. ✅Kezhi Garden 20 yuan The garden is named 'Kezhi', which means 'don't forget to farm while studying', so there is a book city in the garden, and a rice fragrance village is opened to match the garden name. Worth a visit. 📝Tips： ▪️The ancient town is heavily commercialized, just enjoy the scenery, there are more people on weekends, try to avoid peak travel. You can come over around three or four in the afternoon, watch the sunset and night view. ▪️There are many alleys in the ancient town that can lead to the river, don't miss the unique view. ▪️The ancient town is very close to Dianshan Lake, you can arrange to play together.

"The First Bridge in Shanghai". Fangsheng Bridge is a famous attraction in Zhujiajiao Ancient Town, spanning the Caogang River and connecting the southern and northern parts of Zhujiajiao Scenic Area. It is the longest, largest, and highest five-hole stone arch bridge in Shanghai. Standing on the top of the high arch, you can enjoy the large houses with white walls and black tiles and the wooden boats coming and going under the bridge. The whole view of the ancient town is in sight, making it an excellent place to take pictures. When the sun sets, it is unique to enjoy the sunset on the bridge or to take pictures of the Fangsheng Bridge under the sunset. As the name suggests, Fangsheng Bridge is a place that encourages people to do good deeds. The bridge was built in the fifth year of Longqing in the Ming Dynasty (1571) by Monk Xingchao of Cimen Temple, who donated his savings from fifteen years of begging to build this stone arch bridge. Every lunar new year and the fifteenth, monks and pilgrims are organized to hold a "water animal" release conference under the bridge, a custom that has been passed down to this day. However, there are often vendors selling small fish or turtles at the bridgehead for tourists to "experience" the release, which seems very commercial. The Fangsheng Bridge we see today was rebuilt in the seventeenth year of Jiaqing in the Qing Dynasty (1812). The whole stone bridge is majestic, with a dragon gate stone on the bridge, eight dragons carved on it, and the image is lifelike. There are four stone lions on the top of the bridge, looking up and opening their mouths to welcome guests, which are very cute. In the middle is a bamboo pillar, and the center of the bridge is inlaid with a carved stone slab. There is a stele pavilion built to the east of the bridge, where you can rest when you are tired, and a stone revetment is built by the water for boats to dock. Walking by the Fangsheng Bridge, admiring the ancient buildings and the rippling river, feeling the historical and cultural atmosphere of the ancient town, makes people feel peaceful and relaxed. This Fangsheng Bridge is not only a bridge, but also a symbol of a long history and culture.