Shanghai temples
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Shanghai is well known as the most prosperous and populous city in China. It is teeming with impressive tall buildings and great mansions. But besides these architectural marvels, there are also many historical attractions that record the glorious past of the city, such as temples.
Chenghuang Temple
Located on Yicheng Road, Huangpu district in Shanghai, Chenghuang Temple, or the City God Temple, is one of the key historical sites in Shanghai. It was originally built during the Yongle reign (1403-1424) of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). It welcomed its most prosperous period in the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911).
Chenghuang Temple is a Taoist temple. Covering an area of more than 10,000 square meters, it is made up of many halls and two gardens. Today, it is an important venue for religious activities in Shanghai and for international cultural exchange.
Chinese name: Cheng Huang Miao (城隍庙)
Admission fee: free
Opening hours: 08:30 – 16:00
Transportation: take bus No.932 and get off at Chenghuangmiao (Chenghuang Temple).
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