Traveling Through Old Shanghai｜Half-Day Stroll in Yuyuan Garden: Classical Gardens × Must-Try Snacks × Iconic Photo Spots

Yuyuan shopping district is truly a charming corner where the classical meets the modern, fulfilling all our imaginations of "Old Shanghai" at once (｡•ㅅ•｡)♥
🏯 First Stop｜Yuyuan Garden: Strolling through the time folds of a Ming Dynasty garden
Entering Yuyuan Garden feels like traveling back hundreds of years. Rockeries, small bridges, flowing water, and pavilions create a poetic Jiangnan garden world. Attractions inside include:
【Nine-turn Bridge】: The most classic photo spot for influencers
【Yulinglong Rockery】: A representative Ming Dynasty rockery architecture
【Huxin Pavilion】: Offers a panoramic view of the entire garden
⏰ Recommended stay: 1 hour
🎫 Ticket price: About 30–40 RMB (slightly adjusted during peak season)

🛍 Second Stop｜Yuyuan Bazaar × City God Temple Food Street
Right outside Yuyuan Garden is the bustling old street shopping district, where you can:
🥟 Taste authentic Nanxiang soup dumplings
🍬 Try nostalgic snacks like pear syrup candy and five-spice beans
🛍 Buy handicrafts, paper cuttings, and traditional Chinese medicine packs as souvenirs
🙏 Visit the City God Temple to experience the faith and local culture of Shanghai people

📸 Recommended photo spots:
Ancient-style buildings with upturned eaves
Traditional alleys with red lanterns and walls
Atmospheric portraits amid temple incense
🚶♂️ Extended recommendation: Evening stroll at the Bund or shopping on East Nanjing Road
If time permits, it’s recommended to walk to the Bund at dusk to enjoy the night view of the Huangpu River, or go shopping along East Nanjing Road pedestrian street!

📌 My travel preferences
📱 Payment: Alipay/WeChat Pay ~ supported by merchants
📷 Photography: Recommended to visit before 10 AM or on weekdays to effectively avoid crowds

To truly feel the real Shanghai, you don’t necessarily have to go to the tallest buildings. Sometimes, a bowl of soup dumplings and an old garden are the most memorable scenes in your memories.

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