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Jing'an Temple |
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1686 Nanjing Xi Lu, Shanghai • 21-6256-6366
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~0.797 km * |
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JINGAN. Built between 220 and 280 AD, this is thought to be one of the oldest temples in Shanghai. With its unmistakable bright yellow walls shining brightly on Shanghai's busiest road, Nanjing Xi Lu, this is a popular attraction where monks can often be seen chanting. METRO: Jingan |
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Xujiahui Cathedral (St. Ignatius Cathedral) |
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158 Puxi Lu, Shanghai • 21-6438-2595
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Distance:
~1.915 km * |
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XUHUI. This famous Shanghai attraction was once better known as the St. Ignatius Cathedral. Founded by Jesuits in 1848, the brick-red Gothic structure has served numerous purposes over the years: the headquarters for rebel forces during the Taiping Rebellion, a missionary seminary, orphanage, college, library, publishing house, and observatory. Now restored, mass is now held here on Sundays. METRO: Xujiahui |
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Ohel Moshe Synagogue |
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62 Changyang Rd, Shanghai • 21-6512-6669
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Distance:
~2.413 km * |
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HONGKOU. Russian immigrants built this synagogue in 1927. From the mid 1800's through World War II, the city was a refuge for people escaping religious persecution. Through the use of photographs and written documentation, the museum chronicles the area's Jewish influence and Hongkou's ghetto life. Because of communist rule, the area north of the Suzhou Creek is where local Jews where forced to live after 1943. The museum was restored and is now considered a symbol of religious tolerance and acceptance. Ticket sales stop at 4:30. |
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Jade Buddha Temple |
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(Attractions - Religious Sites) |
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170 Anyuan Lu, Shanghai 200060 • 21-6266-3668
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Distance:
~4.253 km * |
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PUTUO DISTRICT. This is the most famous Buddhist temple in Shanghai and serves as host to the beautiful jade Buddha statues brought to China from Myanmar in 1882. Built in the traditional Song Dynasty style, Buddhist scriptures and paintings grace the interior of this temple that was saved during the Cultural Revolution when monks plastered paintings of Mao on the doors. The Red Guards dared not violate them. More than 70 monks live here today. |
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Community Church |
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53 Hengshan Lu, Shanghai • 21-6437-6576
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Distance:
~5.469 km * |
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XUHUI. Constructed in 1924, this non-denominational Protestant church is located in the former French Concession. Beloved by the Chinese as well as international transplants and visitors, it is a quaint, ivy-covered Tudor-style church that has truly become part of the community by providing a place for Boy Scout meetings, musical performances, recreational opportunities, and other activities. METRO: Hengshan Lu (Line 1) |
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Longhua Temple & Pagoda |
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2853 Longhua Lu, Shanghai • 21-6456-6085
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Distance:
~8.145 km * |
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XUHUI DISTRICT. Built in 241 AD, this is one of the oldest temples in Shanghai. The temple grounds are traditional and impressively large, and the pagoda, with its dramatically curved eaves and hexagonal windows, stands seven stories high. At 131 feet, if offers far-reaching views of the city and the surrounding countryside. The temple abuts a stark communist park that honors the history of the revolution in Shanghai. |
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See Directions for actual "travel distances."
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