Explore a district where history’s never far away
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CHANGNING District in the west of downtown Shanghai is the first stop for many people visiting the city when they arrive at Hongqiao International Airport.
Whether you are an outdoors person or history buff, there’s always something to explore in Changning.
And with an area of 38.3 square kilometers, Changning has a long list of parks scattered around the district, not to mention a number of interesting museums that are perfect for family visits.
Evidence of Changning’s rich history is apparent around the district and a great way to experience this is to select several streets with heritage architecture and spend a day walking around and getting a feel of the area.
In 1930s and 1940s, a number of gardens and villas were built on Hongqiao Road — including those for well-known figures such as Tse-ven Soong, Kong Xiangxi, Bai Chongxi and Claire Lee Chennault.
Tai’an Road is 514 meters long and spans both Changning and Xuhui districts.
Built in the early 20th century, it was originally named Route Camille Lorioz.
Xinhua Road starts from Huaihai Road in the east and extends to Yan’an Road W.
Originally named Avenue Amherest, it was constructed in 1925. Its name was changed to Xinhua Road in 1965.
There are a dozen heritage architecture buildings and other old villas on Xinhua Road, including the home of American missionary Gilbert Reid, Meiquan Villa and the Song Shuren home.
Among Shanghai’s most famous roads, Yuyuan Road spans from Jing’an Temple to Zhongshan Park and connects Jing’an and Changning districts. Developed in the 1920s and 1930s, the street is home to many old houses of various style as well as new establishments.
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