This is the historical origin of Shanghai, a slow city where mountains, water, and romance coexist

【3 days 2 nights, about 5600 RMB per person! Songjiang Guide: The Root of Shanghai, a Poetic Symphony of Culture and Nature】

Day 1: Take Metro Line 9 directly to **Songjiang University Town Station**, check in at the 【Boutique Homestay near Guangfulin Cultural Site】 or 【Sheshan Shimao Intercontinental Hotel (Deep Pit Secret Realm)】 (1200 RMB/night × 2 = 2400 RMB). In the afternoon, explore the 【Guangfulin Cultural Site】 (80 RMB ticket) — underwater museum, Tang and Song dynasty streets, cultural totems, to feel the profound "root of Shanghai." In the evening, stroll through the 【Yunjian Granary】 cultural and creative park, take industrial-style photos and check out art exhibitions.

Day 2: Climb 【Sheshan National Forest Park】 (East Sheshan ticket 80 RMB, West Sheshan including Observatory 50 RMB) — overlook the panoramic view of Songjiang, visit the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and the Far East’s first observatory. In the afternoon, visit 【Chenshan Botanical Garden】 (60 RMB ticket) — enjoy the greenhouse flower sea and Mirror Lake lawn, beautiful all year round. Stay at the original hotel, dinner recommended at Songjiang Old Restaurant: four-gill perch, Zhangze lamb, Yexie soft cake.

Day 3: Visit 【Zuibaichi Park】 (free) — one of Shanghai’s five classical gardens, with pavilions and waterside terraces full of ancient charm. Or head to 【Chedun Film Base】 (80 RMB ticket) to wear a qipao and shoot a Republic of China era style photo. Before returning, shop for souvenirs at 【Wulong Commercial Plaza】: Huangpu River rice, Songjiang shadow puppetry cultural products, and the old brand osmanthus cake.

💰Budget breakdown:
Accommodation 2400 + Food 1300 + Transportation 300 (metro + taxi) + Attractions about 300 + Shopping reserve 1300 ≈ **5600 RMB**

📌Tips:
- The Deep Pit Hotel requires advance reservation for visits; you can experience some areas even without staying overnight;
- Chenshan Botanical Garden is large, electric carts can be rented (40 RMB/hour);
- Chedun Film Base has actor interaction performances on weekends, Saturday visits are recommended.

⚠️Warnings:
❌ Beware of low-price “costume photography” around scenic spots that lure customers but charge heavy extra fees later; choose official stores;
❌ Guangfulin night light show is not open every night, check official announcements before going.

Three days and two nights, step into Songjiang. This is the historical origin of Shanghai, a slow city where mountains, water, and romance coexist. Come here, stay in the deep pit wonder, walk through the Tang and Song dynasty heritage, and beyond the city, encounter the most poetic echoes of Jiangnan.

Post by Reed_Hazel_92 | Oct 16, 2025