Old house in a bustling and quiet place -- Quiet historical buildings in Shanghai

Author: Chen Haiwen (Compiler)
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Publish Date: 2004-08-01
Features: Jing'an is a district in Shanghai renowned for its charm. Today, as it represents Shanghai's modern top business and residential area, the cultural heritage of old Shanghai remains deeply imprinted here, with its classic architecture being the most vivid embodiment. In the early 20th century, various social groups began to purchase land and build structures within Jing'an, creating a collection of architectural styles including European classical, British village poetry, Spanish, modern European and American, and Sino-Western hybrid designs. These buildings serve as powerful witnesses to the development of modern Shanghai. This book selects twenty classic buildings in Jing'an, including garden residences, grand apartments, and religious structures. Through beautiful images and detailed text, we aim to showcase the architectural features, cultural legends, and anecdotes of these old houses hidden behind the bustling scenery. We hope this book will serve as a historical window and cultural gateway for readers to understand Shanghai and explore Jing'an.