Sitting in the heart of Changning district, Xinhua Road is affectionately dubbed "Shanghai's No 1 garden street". The road is lined with stately plane trees, enhancing its charm.

Here are some of the hidden treasures on the Xinhua Road. Let's explore them together.

 

Qiu Xia Ge Restaurant

Customers line up at Qiu Xia Ge. [Photo/WeChat account: shchangning]

Following the tantalizing scents wafting through the air, you won't miss Qiu Xia Ge, where both locals and visitors flock to relish the exquisite meat buns. Located at the crossroads of Dingxi Road and Xinhua Road, you can reach it via Metro Line 3/4 at Hongqiao Road Station.

 

Foreign Lane

Visitors stroll leisurely along the Foreign Lane. [Photo/WeChat account: shchangning]

Foreign Lane, also known as Xinhua Villas, is a hidden oasis teeming with untold tales and architectural marvels. Stroll along its winding lanes, adorned with garden residences bearing the hallmark of the esteemed Hungarian-Slovak architect Laszlo Hudec (1893-1958). And don't miss the iconic Cake House — a two-story circular garden villa.

 

Xinhua Community Design Center

A toy exchange house in the Xinhua Community Design Center. [Photo/WeChat account: shchangning]

The journey continues at the Xinhua Community Design Center, a hub of creativity and collaboration. From shared workspaces to community cafes and weekly markets, this dynamic space opens its doors to everyone who wants to experience community life.

 

Xing Fu Li

Xing Fu Li. [Photo/WeChat account: shchangning]

For a moment of tranquility, seek refuge at Xing Fu Li. Here, you can unwind, savor a cup of coffee, and bask in the contemporary allure of this fashionable new landmark, where modernity intertwines with tradition.

 

Shanghai Film Art Center

The SHO Dolby Auditorium. [Photo/WeChat account: shchangning]

Located at No 160 Xinhua Road (near Panyu Road), the Shanghai Film Art Center promises a unique experience with its SHO Dolby Auditorium and the perfect combination of cutting-edge technology and artistic expression.

 

Source: "shchangning" WeChat account