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Shanghai Old City
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Shanghai Old City, traditionally known as the Chinese City, represents the ancient urban core of Shanghai. Established with fortifications built in 1554 during the Ming dynasty to defend against pirate raids, it once featured a 10-meter-high wall and a surrounding moat. The Old City was historically the seat of Chinese authority amidst the development of foreign concessions in Shanghai. Although most of the city walls were dismantled in 1912, small preserved sections remain, including the Dajing Ge Pavilion museum. The area is famous for landmarks such as the City God Temple and its connection to the Yuyuan Garden, reflecting the cultural and historical heart of old Shanghai. The Old City was once a densely populated area where Chinese migrants lived, contrasting with the foreign concessions to the north and west. Today, it forms part of the Huangpu District and remains a significant tourist attraction showcasing Shanghai's traditional architecture and urban history.
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Consejo: Visit Shanghai Old City in the morning or late afternoon to avoid crowds and enjoy cooler temperatures. Purchasing tickets for popular sites like the City God Temple in advance is recommended. Look for combined tickets or discounts for students and seniors where available. Wear comfortable shoes as exploring the area involves walking through narrow streets and alleys. Guided tours can enrich your experience by providing historical context and cultural insights.
Datos interesantes
- •The Old City walls were 10 meters high and 5 kilometers in circumference during the Ming dynasty.
- •The city was surrounded by Qing army posts in nearby cities such as Nanjing and Hangzhou for added defense.
- •The circular avenue built after the wall's demolition was named to celebrate the founding of the Republic of China.
- •The Old City was known as the 'Chinese City' while the foreign concessions were called the 'Northern City'.
- •The Dajing Ge Pavilion museum is housed in one of the preserved gate towers of the original city walls.
Historia
The defensive walls of Shanghai Old City were built in 1554 during the Ming dynasty to protect against Japanese pirate raids.
The walls included six land gates and three water gates, surrounded by a protective moat.
In 1860 and 1909, new gates were added to the structure.
After the Opium War, the Old City remained under Chinese control while foreign concessions developed nearby.
The walls were dismantled in 1912 by Governor Chen Qimei, replaced by a circular avenue marking the boundary between the Chinese City and foreign concessions.
Today, only two small sections of the original walls remain, preserving a tangible link to the city's past.
Guía del lugar
City God TempleMing dynasty (original construction)
A central landmark in Shanghai Old City, the City God Temple is a historic Taoist temple connected to the famous Yuyuan Garden. It serves as a cultural and religious hub, attracting many visitors interested in traditional Chinese architecture and spiritual practices.
Dajing Ge Pavilion Museum1554
This museum is housed in one of the few remaining gate towers from the Old City walls. It offers insights into the history and architecture of the Ming dynasty fortifications that once enclosed Shanghai Old City.
