Shanghai Pudong New Area Travel Guide

Xinchang Ancient Town, Pudong is located in the south of Pudong New Area, China. It is an ancient water town in the south of the Yangtze River with a history of more than 600 years. It is famous for its well-preserved ancient buildings, ancient streets and rich history and culture, and it is a good place for Shanghai citizens and tourists to relax. The following is a detailed tour guide for Xinchang ancient town in Pudong:

Mode of transportation:

(1) Bus: You can take Metro Line 16 and get off at the new station. After leaving the station, you can walk or take the bus to the ancient town.

(2) Self-driving: You can go directly to Xinchang Ancient Town through Humin Elevated Road or Outer Ring Expressway, and there are parking lots around the ancient town for parking.

Best time to visit:

(1) Spring and autumn are the best seasons to visit Xinchang ancient town, when the weather is pleasant and suitable for strolling in the ancient town.

(2) It is suggested to avoid large holidays such as National Day and May Day, so as to avoid meeting too many tourists.

Main attractions:

(1) Shikumen: the landmark building of Xinchang ancient town, which embodies the typical Jiangnan residential style.

(2) Guzhen Old Street: There are many well-preserved Ming and Qing buildings along the street, so you can buy local handicrafts and snacks.

(3) Chenghuang Temple: A temple with a long history is a good place to learn about local religious beliefs and history and culture.

(4) Peach Blossom Island: When peach blossoms are in full bloom in spring, it is a good place to take photos as a souvenir.

Food recommendation:

(1) Nanxiang Steamed Bun: one of the famous snacks in the ancient town, with delicious gravy, thin skin and big stuffing.

(2) Tofu flower: The taste is delicate, and you can choose sweet or salty taste according to your personal taste.

(3) Qing Tuan: a special food in the Qingming period, made of glutinous rice and wormwood, with fillings such as bean paste.

Shopping recommendation:

(1) Silk products, such as silk scarves and cheongsam, are souvenirs with Jiangnan characteristics.

(2) Bamboo handicrafts: hand-made baskets, fans, etc. have high artistic value and practicality.

Precautions:

(1) Tickets may be charged in some areas of the ancient town, so it is recommended to know the relevant information in advance.

(2) Respect local customs and habits, keep the environment clean, and don't doodle at will to destroy historical sites.

(3) Shops in Guzhen may not accept credit card payment, so it is recommended to bring a certain amount of cash.

Accommodation information:

If you plan to spend the night in the ancient town, you can choose a local inn or homestay to experience the traditional lifestyle. When booking accommodation, you can make reservations through major travel websites or directly contact the inn.

In a word, the above is about the play strategy of Xinchang ancient town in Pudong. When visiting the ancient town, you might as well slow down and savor the historical charm of this ancient town and the life of the local people.

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