Strolling on the Literary and Art Road in Shanghai

November 11th 2023 22:35:11


Most of the literary and artistic roads in Shanghai have become pilgrimages for young people from all over the country and even the world. Hengshan Road is inseparable from the lush French wutong on both sides of the road and various high-grade European buildings with distinctive features in the shade of trees; The alley in Tianzifang is winding and narrow, with wires intertwined on the walls, while some of the adjacent storefronts are exquisitely decorated; Sweet Love Road is known as the "most romantic" road in Shanghai; Nanchang Road, with a low-key yet trendy temperament, still retains a simple urban atmosphere.If you just go to watch, there is no need for any fees.


Hengfu Historical and Cultural Area

It is a large historical and cultural area in the central urban area of Shanghai center with many famous historical buildings and a complete pattern of historical and cultural features.

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A large number of Chinese and foreign architects have designed numerous Chinese and Western buildings with vastly different styles in the Hengfu area of Xuhui, including garden houses, high-rise apartments, Western style villas, and Chinese style alleys. This has attracted a large number of Chinese and foreign celebrities to come and stay here, thus leaving a very rich cultural resource.

Address: Hengshan Road, Xuhui District

Opening Hours: All day open

Admission: Free


Tian'ai Road 

This is a small road in Hongkou District, a famous Valentine's Road in Shanghai. It starts from Sichuan North Road in the south and borders Lu Xun Park in the north, only about 600 meters long. Because a love story like a cowherd and a weaver girl that spreads here has created its romance, while the older generation believes that couples who walk this path hand in hand can reap eternal and happy love.

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At the intersection of Tian'ai Road, there stands a pair of bronze statues of lovers, with two rows of tall metasequoia neatly standing by the road. It is very shady in summer. There are many charming houses on the roadside, and there are also many characteristic small shops and coffee shops along the street. Take your significant other and take a walk here, experiencing the rare tranquility in this city together, and also reliving the feeling of first love.The love mailbox here is very popular, with a love postmark printed with English "LOVE" on it. Sending a postcard or letter to "him" or "her" from this mailbox is a simple and romantic way of blessing.

Address: Tianai Road, Hongkou District, Shanghai

Tel: 021-62189993

Opening Hours: Open all year round

Admission: Free


Nanchang Road 

It is very close to the bustling Huaihai Road, but it is still quiet and leisurely, hiding the old residences of celebrities. Adjacent to Yandang Road and Sinan Road, there are many unknown specialty shops scattered around, which are worth a good stroll. Having an afternoon tea at a caf é and sweeping through various restaurants, it's worth visiting.

Address: Huangpu District, Shanghai