Discover springtime blossoms on Shanghai's campuses (Part 1)

english.shanghai.gov.cn| April 03, 2025

Spring on campus brings a magical blend of youth and nature. As you wander through Shanghai's universities in spring, you'll be greeted by a vibrant burst of color, with magnolias, cherry blossoms, crabapple flowers, and more in full bloom.

Discover the most beautiful spring scenes across Shanghai's universities, and explore them with our comprehensive visitor's guide!

 

Fudan University

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At Fudan University, spring is a symphony of warm sunshine and floral shadows. Magnolias stand tall, crabapple flowers adorn the branches, and tulips bloom vibrantly like clouds at sunset.

Entry guide: Book your visit one day in advance at https://zlapp.fudan.edu.cn/site/applicationSquare/index?sid=4, selecting an entry time. Bring a valid ID card to verify your entry at pedestrian entrances.

Note: Social motor vehicles are not permitted on campus.

 

Shanghai Jiao Tong University

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New green leaves sway, petals flutter, and the spring atmosphere at SJTU is poetic and picturesque at each step.

Entry guide: Register as a temporary visitor via the following links and complete the registration steps as instructed to enter the campus.

  • Minhang campus: https://sjtu.cn/vreg/mh
  • Xuhui campus: https://sjtu.cn/vreg/xh
  • Qibao campus: https://sjtu.cn/vreg/qb

 

Tongji University

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Cherry blossoms at Tongji arrive on time in spring. It's time to dive into a sea of pink romance.

Entry guide: Visiting the Siping Road campus requires advance reservation. For specific reservation methods, see the guide.

 

East China Normal University

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Spring is in full swing, and the campus is alive with cloud-like flowers. Take a leisurely stroll along the banks of the Liwa River to soak in the poetry and romance of the season.

Entry guide: Enter the campus by presenting your ID card or other valid identification at the gate.

 

East China University of Science and Technology

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Spring arrives at ECUST, and nature awakens. The magnolias are white and fragrant and the rapeseed flowers sway gracefully. Come enjoy the beauty of spring.

Entry guide: Enter the campus by presenting your ID card or other valid identification at the gate.

 

Shanghai International Studies University

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Spring at SISU is marked by the sound of books read aloud under the purple-leaved plum trees and multilingual poems beside the blooming magnolias. Discover the bright spring outside the window in this meeting of light and shadow.

Entry guide: Enter the campus by presenting your ID card or other valid identification at the gate.

 

Donghua University

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The campus at Donghua University is filled with blossoms such as plums, white magnolias, and tulips. Find the perfect photo spots on the campus and enjoy your spring stroll!

Entry guide: Enter the campus by presenting your ID card or other valid identification at the gate.

 

Shanghai University of Finance and Economics

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From Yingxian Library to Kuangshi Bookstore, every corner of the SUFE campus is adorned with flowers and vines, showcasing nature's revival.

Entry guide: The campus is open from 6:30 am to 8 pm. During open hours, visitors should present their ID cards or other valid identification at the gate before entering.

 

University of Shanghai for Science and Technology

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Spring at USST is like a natural palette of color. Cherry blossoms dance lightly on the branches like clouds, while peach blossoms burst with vibrant color.

Entry guide: Bring your ID card or other valid identification and enter through No 516 and 580 gates at Jungong Road. Social vehicle entry is restricted, and green travel is recommended.

 

Shanghai Conservatory of Music

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Magnolia trees with large, moon-like flowers stand out against the gray buildings, while the young leaves of the ivy tremble to the rhythm of singing. At the Shanghai Conservatory of Music, spring is not just a season but a sensory feast, with each breath resonating with music and vitality.

Entry guide: Present your ID card or other valid identification, and scan a code to register before entering. Participation in public exhibitions and other activities at the school requires advance booking via the school's WeChat mini-program "上音演出 (Shanghai Conservatory Performances)".

 

Shanghai Theatre Academy

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When spring arrives at the Shanghai Theatre Academy, art students among the flowers recite lines with rhythm, dance gracefully, or perform with opera sleeves. Here, spring is the blossoming of art.

Entry guide: Present an ID card or other valid identification and scan a code to register before entering (except for the Hongqiao Road campus).

 

Shanghai University of Sport

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As temperatures rise, spring at SUS bursts into motion. Along the edges of the sports fields, every petal conceals the rhythm of movement, and each drop of morning dew reflects the light of perseverance and effort.

Entry guide: Enter through the gate at No 650 Qingyuan Ring Road during opening hours. Present your ID card or other valid identification at the entrance.

Weekday campus hours: 5:30-7:30 am, 5:30-8:30 pm; holiday hours: 5:30 am to 8:30 pm

 

East China University of Political Science and Law

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Spring returns to ECUST, with branches adorning the front of Mingzhu Building and a gentle breeze by Yubo Lake.

Entry guide:

  • Songjiang campus: Enter through the east gate at No 555 Longyuan Road, presenting your ID card or other valid identification from 7 am to 7 pm.
  • Changning campus: Enter along the Suzhou Creek pedestrian pathway or directly at No 1575 Wanhangdu Road from 7 am to 9 pm.

 

Shanghai Ocean University

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Gentle spring breezes sweep over the campus and magnolias bloom at SHOU, creating an elegant spring scene.

Entry guide: Visitors should make an appointment at https://visitor.shou.edu.cn/wechat/ and fill in the necessary information.

 

Shanghai University of Electric Power

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On the SUEP campus, the spring breeze carries not only the energy of wind turbines but also the gentle flutter of vibrant flower petals, creating a harmonious scene.

Entry guide: Visitors can enter the campus by presenting their ID cards or other valid identification; vehicles must exchange a driving license for a temporary pass at the gate.

 

Shanghai University

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Spring at Shanghai University is a poetic and picturesque tableau. Cherry blossoms are resplendent, crabapple flowers form a cloud-like canopy, and magnolias infuse the garden with their fragrant allure.

Entry guide: Visitors can enter on foot by presenting their ID cards or other valid identification at the gate; social vehicles need to be registered and approved online or by scanning a code at the gate.

 

Sources: The Shanghai universities mentioned above and the official WeChat account of the Information Office of the Shanghai Municipal People's Government