Take a one-day trip to the countryside in Shanghai

english.shanghai.gov.cn| December 29, 2023

Taking a trip to the countryside is a great way to escape the hustle and bustle of the big city and refresh yourself. Leaving in the morning, you can go to Zhuanghang Country Park to experience the charm of rural life and enjoy eating lamb and drinking rice wine for lunch at Huami Zhuanghang scenic area, then take a stroll along Qingxi Old Street in the afternoon.

Zhuanghang Country Park

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Zhuanghang Country Park. [Photo/Wechat account: shanghaitourism]

Zhuanghang Country Park features a combination of "modern agriculture + cultural arts" and is characterized by "art fields + water village". Visitors can come to experience the charm of rural life.

Huami Zhuanghang scenic area

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Mutton is a specialty dish in Zhuanghang town. [Photo/Wechat account: shanghaitourism]

Huami Zhuanghang scenic area is located in Zhuanghang town about 50 kilometres away from downtown Shanghai. The town has a tradition of eating mutton, which boasts a history of over 600 years. In 2009, the dietary customs of Zhuanghang's mutton were officially included in the Shanghai intangible cultural heritage protection list.

Qingxi Old Street

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Qingxi Old Street. [Photo/Wechat account: shanghaitourism]

Qingxi Old Street has a history of more than 1,400 years and boasts a unique charm of the Jiangnan water town. Strolling along the street, you can send a postcard to your friends while enjoying a cup of coffee and savouring the serene atmosphere.

Source: "shanghaitourism" WeChat account