Springtime strolls in Jiading where history meets the present
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Wisteria blooms in April provide a stunning scene in Jiading. Take a two-day tour of the district, where history and nature meet in spring’s colors and charm, in bright sunshine and a gentle breeze. Yan Shuyao and Ye Fengting report.
Day 1
Jiading Wisteria Park
Jiading Wisteria Park, covering an area of about 1.42 hectares, opened to the public in 1998. As many as 90 high-quality varieties were introduced from Japan during the development phase.
Han Tianheng Art Museum
The Han Tianheng Art Museum in Jiading has four permanent exhibition halls displaying Han’s seal carving, calligraphy and painting, as well as works of ancient scholars.
Jiading Museum
Designed like historic Jiangnan gardens, Jiading Museum showcases the district’s 800-year cultural legacy. They reveal Jiading’s culture through cultural display, education and research.
Comic-Style Confucius Cultural Park
The park depicts Confucius’ life, classics and traditional Chinese culture through multi-dimensional landscapes, art sculptures and animations.
Day 2
Jiading Confucius Temple
Jiading Confucius Temple was established in 1219. Over the last 800 years, it has undergone over 100 rounds of maintenance, expansion, and restoration.
Huilongtan Park
Huilongtan, meaning Five Dragons Pond, was dredged in 1588 during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). Five creeks wind their way into the pond from north to south, giving it its name.
Fahua Pagoda
Fahua Pagoda was built during the Song Dynasty’s Kaixi period (1205-1207). It’s one of Jiading’s most recognizable monuments. The seven-story square tower, constructed of brick and wood, is 40.83 meters tall. Inside, wooden stairs lead to the summit, where visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the district.
Qiuxiapu Garden
Qiuxiapu Garden, one of Shanghai’s five classical gardens from the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), features ponds, pavilions, and temples. Many locals visit to enjoy the colorful foliage.
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