Shanghai's ancient temples and famous gardens: The pure melody of Buddhist chants

Author: Xu Jiaguo
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: Shanghai is a charming modern city, where traditional culture also shines under the dazzling neon lights. Shanghai preserves many ancient temples and famous gardens. The history of Buddhism in Shanghai is long-standing, with temples like Jing'an Temple and Jade Buddha Temple enjoying enduring popularity. Tourists from home and abroad visiting Shanghai will not miss this itinerary. Let's enter this melodious world of Buddhist chanting.
Shanghai is located in the middle of the coastline of mainland China, at the mouth of the Yangtze River. Fashion and modernity are prominent characteristics of Shanghai; meanwhile, ancient temples and famous gardens offer urbanites a place to return to their souls. Shanghai's temples, large and small, are scattered across various districts. For example, Jing'an Temple is situated in the golden district of the city center at 1686 Nanjing West Road, a rare oasis of tranquility amidst the hustle and bustle; Chenghuang Temple is located on Fangbang Middle Road in Huangpu District, with convenient transportation, making it a popular weekend destination for local residents and a must-see attraction for tourists from home and abroad.
The functions of Chenghuang Temple are becoming increasingly diverse. Besides offering incense and praying, it has become a destination that combines food, shopping, and sightseeing, making it an absolutely indispensable landmark.