To showcase Shanghai's rich history and vibrant culture, the Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism has launched distinct city walk routes on May 19.

The routes are divided into five categories, namely the "Local Life Tourist Routes", the "Film & Television Travel Routes", the "Shopping Travel Routes", the "Culture & Sports Travel Routes", and the "Exhibition & Expo Travel Routes", with a total of 30 specific routes unveiled. Below is the "Local Life Tourist Routes".

From the "fashionable" Wuzhong vegetable market and the "story shops", mini shops that gather stories from local citizens, on Yuyuan Road, to the coffee time at West Bund and the city walk route along Nanchang Road, Shanghai's distinctive features are full of surprising elements. The city's unique historical background, in combination with its landmark buildings and cultural blocks, draws in tourists from all walks of life.

1. In the Shade of Plane Trees

Yuandian Square of the Wukang Building→Hengshan Garden→"Libo-Water Ripple" Pocket Park→66 Phoenix Tree Courtyard - Community Care→Wuzhong Market→Yongkang Road→Yanqing Vegetable Market

This route takes you on a journey of historical landmarks, pocket parks, and cultural centers, providing a glimpse into the soul of the city. A highlight of this route is the "66 Phoenix Tree Courtyard", which is only open until May 31.

2. Exploring Nanchang Road

J·ER·J Restaurant→Nanchang Building→Shanghai Science Hall→Former residence of Xu Zhimo →LaoMai Barbershop→Former residence of Lin Fengmian→Fuxing Park→Mengxi Vegetable Market

Nanchang Road, a 1,690-meter-long street in Shanghai, runs through Huangpu and Xuhui districts from east to west. It is a showcase of Shanghai's culture, as it features historical sites, former homes of famous figures, and hidden specialty shops.

3. Yuyuan Road Lifestyle

Yuyuan Radio Station → Yuyuan Department Store→the Story Store →Lao Bobo Underwear Shop→Creater Space→Changning District Children's Palace→Fiu Gallery→Yu Lane→Yuyuan Library

Yuyuan Road has a history of over 100 years, and it is known for its vibrant art and lifestyle block. This road is home to more than 110 fashionable shops and art venues, all of which showcase the hottest trends. In addition to shopping and exploring, the block also hosts a variety of cultural events, exhibitions, live shows, and festivals.

Other local life tourist routes:

4. Star Museum→Long Museum (West Bund)→Xuhui Riverside→West Bund Museum→TANK Shanghai→Longhua historical area in Xuhui district

5. Xisha Pearl Lake Scenic Area→Xi Lai Farmhouse→Dong He Jiu Gu Happy Farm→Xianqiao Ecological Village→Xiangduo Happy Farm

6. Sanyuanli Memorial Park of Lu Xiang Town→the Fruit Park of Lu Xiang Town

Source: "shanghaifabu" WeChat account