Shanghai: The Story of Old Houses

Author: Yang Jiayou
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Publish Date: 1999-10-01
Features: Today, Shanghai is undergoing large-scale urban construction. As a network of major roads crisscrosses the city and skyscrapers stand densely packed, people are beginning to pay attention to the old houses scattered across the streets and alleys. This is not only because of their unique architectural designs and diverse styles, but also because of the legendary stories that surround them. This book, with meticulous historical records, tells the tales of 100 old houses in Shanghai. These old houses are all protected units of modern outstanding architecture or municipal cultural relic protection units in Shanghai. The book is also accompanied by nearly 200 precious early photographs of these old houses, along with concise maps. This not only makes the book rich in visuals but also serves as a self-guided travel guide.