Surprisingly, Shanghai has its own version of the famous Italian Venice – the ancient water town of Zhujiajiao. Don't miss the opportunity to spend one of the most romantic weekends of your life and make sure to visit this picturesque place.

Zhujiajiao is located in the suburbs of Shanghai near Dianshan Lake, approximately 50 kilometers from the center of the metropolis. Taking into account the endless traffic jams, this distance can take a couple of hours by private car, taxi or public bus. Choose the most comfortable option for yourself and go on an unforgettable journey to Pearl City, as the locals like to call it.

This place is compared to pearls for a reason. It really looks like a rare gemstone, cut by mountain peaks and water surface, decorated with an engraving that encodes its long history.

Zhujiajiao is one of the oldest districts of Shanghai, perfectly preserved to this day. It appeared more than 1,700 years ago when China was experiencing the Three Kingdoms Period. At the same time, the spirit of that period still hovers here. You can feel it after the noisy and always hurrying Shanghai. Zhujiajiao is a place with a calm and measured lifestyle, filled with Chinese charm, silence, and serenity.

Do not make the mistake of most tourists, do not rush to the gondolas immediately after the arrival, hoping to enjoy the landscapes and feel the local vibe as quickly as possible. Relax – you will definitely have time for a trip along the canals. Keep in mind that you need to get to know Shanghai Venice gradually, through every second spent here.

First of all, go on a leisurely promenade through the streets and courtyards of the city. You will see ancient Chinese architecture dating back to the Ming and Qing eras, and if you want, you can even manage to see the main attractions. In the northern part of the city, there are ancient gardens and the tallest building in the area with a Moon Pavilion at the top.

If you are hungry, you will always find a place to eat in Zhujiajiao as it is a paradise for gourmets, lovers of national Chinese cuisine, and gastronomic exotics.