Qibao Old Street
Area of Qibao, Shanghai, China
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Qibao Old Street[1] is a historic area of Qibao in the Minhang District of Shanghai, China.[2]
| Qibao Old Street | |||||||
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| Simplified Chinese | 七宝古镇 | ||||||
| Traditional Chinese | 七寶古镇 | ||||||
| Literal meaning | Seven Treasures Old Town | ||||||
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Overview
The area is now a tourist attraction, located by the Puhui River with traditional Chinese architecture and a number of attractions, including museums and street food.[3] It is located south of Qingnian Road.[4]
The area was once the residence of the painter and sculptor Zhang Chongren, a friend of the Belgian cartoonist Hergé, on whom the character Chang Chong-Chen from "The Adventures of Tintin" was based. Qibao is also known for crickets (with a "Cricket House") in the Qibao Old Street area. The entire area is pedestrianised.
Attractions
The following attractions are located in Qibao Old Town, many of which can be visited with a combined ticket:[4]
- Bell Tower
- Cotton Textile Mill
- Shadowgraph Museum
- The Old Trades House
- Cricket House
- Zhou's Miniature Museum
- The Pawn Shop
- The Memorial Hall of the Artist Zhang Chongren
- Qibao Calligraphy Arts Room
There are three arched stone footbridges over the Puhui River (from west to east):
- Kangle Bridge
- Puhui River Bridge
- Anping Bridge
Tea houses line the Puhui River and there are boat rides from a wharf. There are many shops selling souvenirs and food, especially street food.[5]
Transport
Qibao Old Town can be accessed by taking Shanghai Metro Line 9 to Qibao Station. The most convenient access is from Exit 2.
