Which ancient town around Shanghai is fun? What ancient towns are there in Shanghai?

Maybe everyone’s first impression of Shanghai is still the high-rise buildings in Shanghai, but Shanghai is old Shanghai after all, and there are still some ancient things preserved in Shanghai, just like there are some around Shanghai. Ancient towns, what ancient towns are there in Shanghai? Let’s take a look.

But is excessive urbanization really a good thing? Are those things that have been passed down in history for hundreds of years really going to perish step by step with the process of urbanization? This is what we are facing in recent years. The biggest problem is the choice between ancient and new. Many people wonder why urbanization is not good. It turns out that the dilapidated paths have turned into smooth roads, and the small villages have become places for international exchanges. Aren’t those high-rise buildings a symbol of the economy? But that can’t be said. , those traditional cultures should not be abandoned. It should be preserved in a timely manner, so in Shanghai you can not only see many cutting-edge buildings, but also many beautiful ancient towns that have been preserved for many years. Today we can talk about a few. If you are in Shanghai or very close to Shanghai, go take a look when you have time and experience the charm of ancient culture.

The first ancient house town located in Gaoqiao, Pudong. Although urbanization and modernization have changed the original appearance of the city, this ancient town has remained here quietly for thousands of years. People have changed one after another. The moon is still the same, the moon bridge is still the same bridge, and the ferry is still the same. The bluestone at that ferry has never changed. The most interesting thing inside is the Ling Family House, which can be said to be the cultural museum of this ancient town, with more than 600 exhibits distributed inside. And as soon as you enter, you can see the lush greenery. The most prestigious family in the house once lived here, and now it has become a witness of culture.

Not far from the Ling family’s house, there is the Huang family’s house opposite it. The main display in Huang's house is an intangible cultural heritage, velvet embroidery. The beautiful velvet embroidery is still as beautiful as ever after thousands of years. Craftsmanship is the last thing that will be lost in time, and it is also the last thing that should be thrown away in life.

The second one is the farming town of Zhaojialou in Minhang. As you can tell from the name, this town must be quite hard-working. It is true that in the Ming Dynasty, the minister of the Ministry of Industry ordered his son to build a bell tower here in order to encourage people to farm during the farming season. Since then, the bell tower has become a tool to remind farmers to work in the fields. Every morning, when the bells ring, the villagers all know that it’s time to work, so they walk out of their homes one by one and run to the fields. In this place, we can see the diligent farming experience of our ancestors. Those years were very long and difficult, and could not compare with the comfortable life brought about by urbanization in Shanghai. But it is precisely because of them that we understand the true meaning of hard work.

The third one is the Love Town in Jinshan Fengjing. The traditional southern wedding banquet format is presented here, and the sweetness and romance of love are shared with everyone who comes here. Now it has become one of the eight scenic spots in Shanghai. Every year, countless couples come here to hold weddings, bringing the sweetness of their love to everyone.

The last one is Qibao Food Town. In this small town, you can see the elegance of the Jiangnan water town and experience the richness of humanities and history. The most important thing is that you can eat a variety of delicious food. There are both traditional snacks and new delicacies that have become popular recently. You can eat whatever you like, this place can completely satisfy your foodie heart. In addition to delicious food, there are also a variety of antiques, calligraphy and paintings for you to enjoy, if you like which one to buy. Whether it's true or not, as long as you like it, that's enough.

Which of these small towns have you been to? Why not share your experience. If you’ve never been to any of them, don’t worry, go take a look when the weather is nice, you won’t be disappointed.