Zhujiajiao was originally an ancient town that charged fees, but it didn't collect fees and raise the ticket price when the crowds increased. After 28, it was completely free, and this witty move made it get a lot of support, gained an unexpected good reputation, boosted the surrounding economy, and became a rare ancient town with zero bad reviews in China. Coupled with its typical Jiangnan water town scenery, it has become the most representative of so many ancient towns in Shanghai. There is basically only one kind of spit on Zhujiajiao ancient town by major platforms, that is? There are too many people to squeeze in? , which shows its attraction.
Zhujiajiao Ancient Town is close to Dianshan Lake Scenic Area, with a history of more than 8 years, and the overall architectural pattern of the ancient town is well preserved. Known as' Venice of Shanghai' and' Pearl of Jiangnan'. Small bridges and flowing water in the ancient town are full of ancient meaning; The temple culture here, representing the commercial culture of the town, and private gardens are all worth seeing. There are 36 ancient bridges in Zhujiajiao, which are simple and elegant, 9 long streets are built by water, and residential houses are built by water. In particular, the Fangsheng Bridge, built in the Wanli period of the Ming Dynasty, has a five-hole stone arch with beautiful shape and is extremely spectacular. It is one of the oldest stone arch bridges in Shanghai and the first of the ten scenic spots in Zhujiajiao.
The ancient town has opened more than 2 scenic spots, including Kezhi Garden. The old streets in the ancient town are built by the river and the houses are built by the river. Among them, the famous North Street, also known as the' first-line street', is the best preserved first street of Ming and Qing architecture in the suburbs of Shanghai, and it is the most representative of the essence of Ming and Qing architecture. There are more episodes? Bucket stage? Woodcut beam? Nave painted an axis? City god temple, a Taoist activity place with three treasures in one; And the history of more than 6 years, commonly known as? Niangniang Temple? Yuanjin Temple.
It is also a masterpiece of the architecture of wealthy families in the south of the Yangtze River. Brick carving of walls and doors? The Xi's Hall, which is a must, goes to the largest Chinese-Western private manor building garden in Shanghai, the only old site of the Qing Post Office in East China, and the century-old shops such as Handalong Sauce Garden, Tongtianhe Medicine Shop and Jiangnan No.1 Tea House.
Zhujiajiao is characterized by river ports, lanshi, teahouses, celebrities and buildings in Ming and Qing dynasties, and is well-known for its series of delicacies such as rice, fresh water, fine wines, famous dishes and flavor snacks. The most common food in Zhujiajiao is tied meat, and the fragrance of zongye is completely integrated into the fat and thin pork belly, which is the top grade when it melts in the mouth.
Liangzhu culture 4, years ago, Shang and Zhou culture 3, years ago, and Wuyue culture 2, years ago. The ancient town has a profound historical background and a large scale. There are many scenic spots and historical sites, as well as the quaint customs of the water town and Zeguo, which exudes a strong cultural charm everywhere.
Although Zhujiajiao ancient town is far away from downtown, the number of tourists has been increasing since the opening of Line 17, and the crowds on holidays are no longer enough to describe the scene at that time. Therefore, tourists who want to visit are advised to avoid holidays and travel at the wrong peak as much as possible.