Qibao Ancient Town

Qibao Old Street is located along Xinjieqingnian Road in Qibao Ancient Town, Minhang District, Shanghai. It is divided into two main streets, the South Street, which specializes in local snacks, and the North Street, which features tourist crafts, antiques, calligraphy, and paintings. The entire street is dotted with antique buildings. Qibao Old Street has become a bustling market integrating leisure, tourism, and shopping. Qibao Ancient Town, also a thousand-year-old town in the Jiangnan Taihu Lake Basin, is picturesque, a typical town within a city, and the closest ancient town to the city center.

To see the ten-year-old Shanghai, you need to look at Pudong; to see the hundred-year-old Shanghai, you need to look at the Bund; to see the thousand-year-old Shanghai, you need to look at Qibao.

Qibao Ancient Town is not much different from ordinary ancient towns. Perhaps the only difference is that it is an ancient town in the city. You can walk directly from the commercial street to the ancient town. The scenic area is free, but some small attractions inside are charged.

The scenic spots are all similar, with shops selling all kinds of things. However, what is interesting is that there is a red and black list of shops at the beginning of the street in this ancient town, which includes excellent shops and shops that are on the blacklist.

The ancient water towns in the south of the Yangtze River generally prospered during the Ming and Qing dynasties. Qibao was named after a temple in the early Song Dynasty, so Qibao Town is a relic of the Northern Song Dynasty.

As the closest ancient water town to Shanghai city, it has retained a hint of the Jiangnan flavor.

Qibao Ancient Town, with its strategic location, is a great destination for travelers who are short on time but still want to experience the charm of a waterside village. It's very close to Hongqiao Airport and is also connected by the subway. Shanghai's Line 9 offers many scenic stops.

If you want to go there specifically in downtown Shanghai, I don't think it's necessary.

The thousand-year-old town quietly welcomes visitors from all directions in the modern city. Now there are many food shops.

Oh my god, here it is again. Didn’t I upload it once today?

The snack street in the ancient town, where the electric wires are also a scenic spot

For souvenirs, you can go to the Tulai Bell Tower to have a look. The ancient town now attaches great importance to special souvenirs and has designed many Qibao-related special souvenirs, bookmarks, and postcards. Here we recommend Qibao's special wine glasses and Qibao legend puzzles (wooden). They are practical and have ornamental value. They are also very good and meaningful gifts for family or friends. And upstairs is the Tulai Bell. Ringing three times prays for peace, happiness and good luck.

The architecture is good but too commercialized and similar to most ancient towns.

Located in the southwestern suburbs of Shanghai, Qibao Town belongs to Minhang District and has a population of approximately 140,000. This data is sourced from Baidu Maps, and the final results are subject to Baidu Maps data. It covers an area of 21.3 square kilometers. It borders the Huqingping Highway in Huacao to the north, the Gudai Road in Xinzhuang Town to the south, and Meilong Town and Hengjing Port in Hongqiao Town to the east. Historically, Qibao Town was quite large during its heyday, a point of pride for some today.



Qibao Ancient Town, centered around Qibao Old Street, covers an area of approximately 86 mu (approximately 1,000 square meters). Qibao Central Square is its landmark facility, and it also boasts numerous cultural venues, including the Bell Tower Square, Puxi Square, and the Ancient Theater.



The old street is located next to Xinjie Qingnian Road. The retro old street square is extraordinary and ancient in style.



The street is divided into two main streets, the South Street, which specializes in local snacks, and the North Street, which features tourist crafts, antiques, calligraphy and paintings. The old street has become a bustling market integrating leisure, tourism, and shopping.



The ancient town of Qibao has become another popular choice for Shanghai residents seeking a waterside getaway, following Zhouzhuang, Xitang, and Zhujiajiao. Its advantageous location and affordable prices have contributed to its growing popularity.

Qibao Ancient Town, located in Minhang District in western Shanghai, boasts a rich history. I've even inquired about the Qibao (or "Qibao"), and I've heard of things like the Flying Buddha, the Chuanlai Bell, the Lotus Sutra, the Jade Axe, the Jade Chopsticks, the Golden Rooster, and the Sacred Tree. The old streets are still bustling with tourists, but they've become overly commercialized. All the shops on the main street have been renovated, and their former character has been lost. This is an ancient town in decline, and I doubt it will lose any of its ancient charm.

You can take Line 9 to get there. There are a lot of people on holidays and weekends. It's nice to go around and eat and have fun on weekdays.

This thousand-year-old town, located in the Taihu Lake Basin in the south of the Yangtze River, is picturesque, a typical town within a city, and the closest ancient town to the city.

The ancient town is very commercialized, and the weather was so hot that I wasn't in the mood to take photos, so I only have a few. However, because of the commercialization, there are many earrings, hairpins, fans, and other ancient costume props available for purchase. I don't recommend wearing Hanfu (Chinese traditional clothing) here, as it's very hot. Qibao only has two stone bridges.

I first went to the ancient town in 2007, and I never thought that eight years later, in 2015, I would stay there for a whole year. The memories are greater than the surprises.

The scenery is pleasant, with the feeling of a small town in the south of the Yangtze River, with small bridges, flowing water and houses. Enjoy the beautiful scenery and take a leisurely trip accompanied by delicious food!

Qibao Ancient Town, located in the southwest of Shanghai's Minhang District, was founded during the Northern Song Dynasty and is a typical Jiangnan ancient town. It boasts the natural beauty of a Jiangnan water town and a rich cultural and historical heritage. Qibao is known as "Ten years of Shanghai, see Pudong; a hundred years of Shanghai, see the Bund; a thousand years of Shanghai, see Qibao." Key attractions include Qibao Old Street, Qibao Pawnshop, Zhou's Miniature Carving Museum, and Cricket Thatched Cottage.

If I didn't tell you this was Shanghai, wouldn't it be easy to associate the small bridges, flowing water, and houses with Suzhou with a thought? When I shared photos from my trip there, so many people asked if it was Suzhou! ^_^! Whenever friends ask where to go in Shanghai, I always mention Qibao Ancient Town; I really love it. That same year, I went to Suzhou and Shanghai and took a short boat trip along the Suzhou-Hangzhou Grand Canal. The memory I had was of the dark water. It was Shanghai that really gave me the image of Suzhou!

What is it like to have an ancient town in a bustling metropolis? You must visit Qibao Ancient Town to find out.

One afternoon, I spent some free time searching for nearby attractions. The major ones were all too far away, leaving Qibao Ancient Street as the only place not too far away, but not too close either. Since I had some free time, I decided to just take the bus, squeeze in, and saunter along. Qibao Ancient Street, a vibrant, commercial street, is completely commercialized, its ancient charm gone. There are plenty of snacks and small goods, perfect for a quick stroll.

Maybe it’s because the weather is too hot, Qibao is just an old street to me, and cannot be called an ancient town. The most famous snack is probably Qibao mutton. You have to cross a bridge to get to the South Qibao Temple. Many buildings look too new and cannot give people a sense of age and heritage.

Transportation: A decade ago, riding the double-decker bus No. 92 or No. 92B, sitting in the first row on the second floor, from the Shanghai Stadium to Qibao was a truly enjoyable experience. These double-decker buses are no longer seen. A few years ago, I enjoyed cycling along Caobao Road to Qibao and grabbing some snacks for dinner. Now that Metro Line 9 is open, even more people are coming here.

Ancient Town: The main attraction is the Old Street, divided into two by the Fangsheng Bridge. From the entrance to the bridge, you'll find a variety of small gadgets and souvenirs. The shops change quickly, giving the impression of selling whatever's trending. Once you cross the bridge, the food scene becomes the main attraction: tangyuan (glutinous rice balls), stinky tofu, various cakes and dumplings, zongzi (rice dumplings), lamb, pig's trotters, grilled skewers, yogurt, and even jackfruit in the summer (not sure how it relates to Shanghai). Basically, you'll find everything you'd expect in an ancient town.

There aren't many attractions here, all nestled among shops, making them hard to spot and difficult to name. Looking back, I've been here so many times, but I've never actually bought a ticket to visit any of them. My main experience was squeezing through the crowds to buy food.

[Development] A new area has been developed recently, and many unknown restaurants have been introduced. This may be because the owners went home for the Chinese New Year, or it may be because the newly developed area is not popular enough. When we went there on the sixth day of the New Year, there were only small bridges and flowing water, and most of the shops were locked.

Take the subway Line 9 to Qibao Station, and walk past Qibao Vanke Plaza for 5-6 minutes. The old street isn't large, but it was packed at 9 a.m. It's divided into two main streets: North and South. North Street sells small items, so I bought some vanishing cream as a souvenir, but surprisingly, there were no postcards. South Street only sells snacks. I unlocked the crabapple cake, roasted pig's trotter, and glutinous rice balls, but not the dragon robe crab roe soup dumplings. By 11 a.m., even more people were arriving, and it was a real squeeze to walk.

Located in Qibao Ancient Town, Minhang District, Shanghai, the whole street has a rich variety of special snacks and quaint buildings.

Bustling and lively, quaint old houses, convenient transportation

Jiangnan Ancient Town, a snack street, quite commercialized, with a nice night view

You can't really treat it as an ancient town; it's completely commercialized, with shops lining the streets. It's more like a snack and shopping plaza than an ancient town. I dined with friends at Qibao Tianxianglou. We ordered the signature dish, the 198 yuan premium fish head soup, along with a few other home-style dishes. Honestly, the fish head soup was quite delicious, a generous pot of it. Very fresh and flavorful. I guess the MSG contributed to it. The fish wasn't noticeable, and the texture wasn't as good as the fish head soup at Tianmu Lake. The other dishes were mediocre. Most tourists come here for the reputation, but Shanghai locals shouldn't bother. Not recommended.

In 2017, I came to Shanghai again and walked through the beautiful Magic City again.

It can be reached by Metro Line 9, not far from Hongqiao. It is a very small ancient town, and the old street is more suitable.

There are many shops selling snacks.

There's really no need to go there specifically. In terms of ancient town character, it's nothing compared to Wuzhen, Xitang, or even Luzhi. It's crowded, the smell of stinky tofu is everywhere, and the snacks are pretty much the same as other national tourist attractions. There's no entrance fee to Qibao Old Street, but there are separate fees for things like shadow puppet shows and art galleries. A combined ticket of 45 yuan seems overpriced. If you've already been to several ancient towns, I don't recommend buying tickets; just wander around. Qibao Temple is probably the only one worth visiting...

Qibao Ancient Town is just a subway ride away. Having visited Shanghai many times, this was the first time I'd thought of visiting it. Qibao, known as "Ten years in Shanghai, see Pudong; a hundred years in Shanghai, see the Bund; a thousand years in Shanghai, see Qibao." Qibao Ancient Town, a picturesque, quintessential town within a city, is the closest ancient town to downtown Shanghai. Thanks to its convenient transportation, it's packed with people. Stroll through the old streets, admire the shops, savor local snacks, admire the ancient architecture, and soak in the ancient charm.

Qibao Ancient Town is centered around Qibao Old Street, located along Qingnian Road in Xinjie District. The retro Old Street Square exudes a sense of grandeur and antiquity. A glance at the plaza is truly breathtaking and eye-opening, offering a true sense of transport back to the Ming and Qing dynasties.

A drizzling rain is the perfect time to visit an ancient water town, so my friends and I decided to visit Qibao Ancient Town, the closest to the city. Unlike other ancient towns, it doesn't have a bar street; it's a smaller town. While it's quite commercial, selling food and souvenirs, it's generally more affordable than Shanghai's Chenghuang Temple. You can eat a full meal for just a few dozen yuan, and the scenery is stunning even on a rainy day! The misty Jiangnan water town is truly captivating in photos! The black tiles on the roofs reminded me of Xidi and Hongcun in Anhui! It's incredibly artistic and definitely worth a visit!

Qibao Ancient Town is heavily commercialized, so I wouldn't recommend it if you have limited time. As Shanghai's closest ancient town, Qibao wasn't exactly a place I expected much from before arriving. It was already heavily commercialized and packed, just like other ancient towns elsewhere, selling small commodities wholesaled from Yiwu and some so-called specialty snacks, while navigating the crowded narrow alleys. The main difference from the northern ancient towns I've seen is probably the architecture. This one is all gray and white, in the Anhui style. Instead of the ornate red walls and green tiles, it has a more elegant, retro feel. My favorite part is the river in Qibao Ancient Town. The old houses on both sides of the river, combined with the rainy weather, give it a hint of the Jiangnan style. As the saying goes in China, where there's water, there's coins, and where there's trees, there's red ribbons. I wonder if this person's wish came true. If you didn't make it through the ancient town, you'll find yourself encountering a dozen fortune tellers on a single street—literally, it's no exaggeration.

I'm not sure what the difference is between Qibao Ancient Town and Qibao Old Street, so let's just call it Qibao Old Street. Qibao Old Street is located in Qibao Town, Minhang District, Shanghai, very close to Hongqiao. Ancient towns are all the same, but Qibao Old Street doesn't charge admission. The time I went, it was packed, and the alleys were crammed with people. Strolling around, browsing, and grabbing some snacks, you can really get a feel for old Shanghai here. The subway station is also quite close. It's a short walk from Qibao.

It is similar to the City God Temple, but it seems that many locals will go there. The place is not big. There is a Qibao Temple nearby where you can go to worship. There are fewer people there than in the City God Temple. You can go and have a look. It is not far from the city center. There are many people selling glutinous rice balls and braised meats.

There is still a lot of commercial atmosphere. Of course, some of the undeveloped places still have some ancient charm. Since I have not been to Zhouzhuang, I can't say which one is more worth visiting.

Lao Cui isn't really a fan of ancient towns like this, but I have a strange fascination with them. I've always found the green tiles, white walls, red windows, small bridges, flowing water, and houses to be a truly beautiful sight. And I've heard people say this is a snack street. So, with all the sights and food, we took the subway to Qibao. As soon as we entered, I thought it was quite spacious, like an ancient town.

It’s not bad, with a bit of Jiangnan style. Although it’s a replica, it’s still okay to take pictures there.

A quiet town. Perhaps because we arrived too early, the ancient town was still deserted. We took advantage of the opportunity to enjoy the scenery and take photos. As dinner time approached, the ancient town became bustling with activity. I regretted not trying the local snacks; there were quite a few, including Shanghai Nanxiang xiaolongbao, which I heard was quite delicious.

If you're looking for an ancient town, look for Qibao Ancient Town Pedestrian Street, as it's easy to get lost. Generally speaking, Qibao Ancient Town is the same as Dali Ancient Town, which is overly commercialized, with only the buildings retaining their original charm. So, be cautious if you're looking for a small-town feel. The pedestrian street is full of specialty shops, likely due to it being the closest ancient town to downtown Shanghai.

Arrive at Songjiang by train, and the entrance to Metro Line 9 is less than 100 meters away. After about 20 stops, you'll reach Qibao Station. Turn right and walk for just over 10 minutes to Qibao Old Street. Shanghai's history began in Qibao. As early as the Eastern Jin Dynasty, two literary masters, Lu Ji and Lu Yun (grandson of Lu Xun, the Grand Commander of the Eastern Wu during the Three Kingdoms period), were unjustly killed in war. Lubaoyuan was established. During the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period, the King of Wuyue presented his beloved concubine with a copy of the Lotus Sutra, which took five years to write in gold powder. Qibao was renamed Qibao. Through the ages, Qibao has endured thousands of years (some say 6,000 years). So, Shanghai's history is not short, but rather immensely long (it has experienced unprecedented development in modern times). Qibao is one of the ancient water towns of the Jiangnan region, with its charming houses and charming bridges. Today, much of Qibao is newly built, so it's hard to say whether it retains its old charm. Simply being a place for Shanghainese to relax is enough.

One of the few Jiangnan ancient towns in Shanghai, it's not stunning, but it's a blessing to be here. Tracing its origins back to the Jin Dynasty, it got its name from the Qibao Temple. Like all ancient towns, there's food, drinks, and entertainment. The abundance of commercial activities has overshadowed the original flavor of the old street. Forgive me for not noticing its deep historical feel. Shadow puppetry was the only bright spot I saw on the old street. I stumbled into a small shop where children with dwarfism performed shadow puppetry. It was truly moving after watching it... Goodbye, little town~

Qibao Ancient Town is accessible by subway, so it is not far away.

Qibao Ancient Town is free, but the Qibao Temple and the museum inside do charge admission. I just wanted to stroll around, so I didn't take part in the paid tours. I think all ancient towns and streets are the same. Qibao is just very small, so I finished exploring it in an hour. I stayed inside for a while to wait for sunset and enjoy the slow pace of life. A clear gate announced that I had entered the ancient town, and the iconic buildings were the first to appear. Walking along the alleys inside, you'll find Beizha, a street selling small items like silk scarves, wooden combs, and pearls—the same things you'd find at tourist attractions. The alleys are narrower than those in Wuzhen and about the same size as those in Gaochun. The roads are from a thousand years ago, but the people walking on them are no longer locals, but tourists enjoying the tranquility. The white walls, green tiles, and blue sky are like a painting, unadorned. Because Qibao is so small, the photos show a sense of compactness and beauty.

It's always crowded, it's good when the flow of people is moderate.

It's an ancient town with a thousand-year history. Puhuitang Bridge, in particular, has a history of hundreds of years. It's a pretty nice town.

This Jiangnan town, closest to downtown Shanghai, feels very much like Jiangsu and Zhejiang. There are a lot of snacks there, but nothing special. The local specialty is the dried sweet potato! !!! 5 yuan a bag! Delicious!

I didn't see the ancient town, there is only an old street hidden in the residential area, which is said to be a "relic of the Northern Song Dynasty". However, in terms of its actual situation, it can be summarized in three sentences: a pedestrian street that is so ordinary that it can't be more ordinary, but it is actually a fraudulent street under the name of an ancient street; the scenery and facilities are so-so, it looks like a small road square in a third-tier city; there are a lot of fakes, shoddy products, and opportunistic shops.

It's the closest ancient town to the city. We've been there before, but the time was shorter, unlike this time. This place is pretty good for eating and playing, but like other places in Shanghai, it has a strong commercial feel. Qibao glutinous rice balls and rice cakes are good, but Qibao glutinous rice balls are now 4 yuan each, while rice cakes are cheaper. We bought a lot this time. But perhaps due to the overall environment, some businesses have closed down, which is a pity.

It's not really an ancient town. It's just a few commercial streets selling all kinds of snacks. It's very crowded, and the snacks aren't particularly unique. They're just the kind you can buy anywhere, like lamb skewers, squid skewers, and various pastries. I won't be going there again. I hope places like this won't deceive tourists under the guise of ancient towns anymore.

As a unique scene among the skyscrapers in Shanghai, Qibao Ancient Town is indeed an embellishment. There are many snacks here, and it is crowded on weekends. Friends who like snacks should not miss it. This ancient town is not very big, and it will take a while to walk around. It mainly consists of snack streets and shopping streets. It is also a good place to stroll around.

Take the subway from Nanjing Road to Qibao Station and walk a few hundred meters to the distinctive town of Qibao. The town is divided by a small river, with two banks facing each other and connected by several small arch bridges. The architecture is very distinctive, and the roof styles are also unique. The town is crowded on weekends and holidays, so if you're visiting Shanghai, it's best to visit on a weekday. Too many people can make the fun things less enjoyable. P.S. The food in the town is also good!

If you're passing through on weekends, you can stroll around, but avoid going when it's crowded. If you're in Shanghai specifically for a busy trip and have a busy schedule, I recommend skipping it. It's fine if you're not on a full schedule; it's not a very large town and you can finish it in an hour. There's a lot of food in the ancient town, and the variety is great for foodies; you'll always find something you like. I recommend the Old Street Tangyuan Restaurant; it was always packed, but it was a good place to try. The pig's trotters smelled fragrant and looked delicious. If the weather isn't too cold, you can take a boat ride; the scenery from a boat is quite different. After exploring the ancient town, you can stroll through the old street; many shops are worth visiting, and the food is affordable.

Generally speaking, ancient towns are usually located in relatively remote and quiet places, but Qibao Ancient Town is very close to the city center of Shanghai, with convenient transportation. You can take Metro Line 9 to Qibao Station Exit 2 and follow the signs for about 10 minutes to see it. Usually, after getting out of the subway, just follow the crowd, because most people who get off here are going to Qibao Ancient Town.

If you've seen other ancient towns like Lijiang, Dali, Tongli, and Wuzhen, Qibao Ancient Town doesn't compare to these larger, more famous ones in terms of scale or unique character. But it's truly a quaint little town nestled in the heart of downtown Shanghai. Its architecture is traditionally Jiangnan, and the river itself evokes a distinct Jiangnan water town feel. Surrounded by modern buildings, it adds to the unique charm of this ancient town.

Perhaps due to its convenient transportation, the ancient town is still very crowded, especially during holidays. Even though it was raining when I visited, it was still packed. The ancient town is free to visit, but some of the attractions and memorial halls require an entrance fee, which is a few yuan. You can buy a general pass. The ancient town is mainly divided into two main streets, North and South. North Street is home to many small trinket vendors, but the streets are narrow and crowded, so be careful. I've found that the items sold in all ancient towns are similar, and Qibao Ancient Town is no exception; the goods aren't particularly special. South Street has more food options and shops, offering dishes like stinky tofu and lamb skewers. The snacks are quite affordable and well worth a try.

The ancient town is not big and there are many people. The highlight is the beautiful aquatic plants on the lake. The boat ticket of 10 yuan per person is worth the money. The fish head soup and mutton in the famous old shop are still very good!

Qibao in Shanghai is the place I most want to revisit. It is the closest ancient town to the city center where you can experience the water town and it has direct subway access. In fact, Qibao, Zhujiajiao, Dianshan Lake, and Wuzhen are all similar. It mainly consists of two streets, one selling small items and the other selling snacks. Although it is not as good as Xitang and not as big as Wuzhen, you can still enjoy the scenery while eating and you can also go boating.



Although rowing costs 10 yuan per person, it only takes about 10 minutes to get back. You get what you pay for.



The snacks here are most recommended, they are delicious and not expensive. A skewer is 10 yuan in Chenghuang Temple, but three skewers here are 10 yuan. Many snacks are reasonably priced. Of course, many people know this secret, so there are so many people!



There are large supermarkets and shopping malls nearby, so you can buy something if you are not tired.

Qibao Ancient Town's most famous attraction is Qibao Old Street, which is also my first recommendation. It's also the closest ancient town to Shanghai, boasting a rich selection of local delicacies and quaint architecture. Qibao Ancient Town, a millennium-old town in the Taihu Lake basin of Jiangnan, boasts picturesque scenery, a quintessential town within a city. Its nine old streets, nestled along the river, with over a thousand houses built along the waterfront, embody the unique character of a Jiangnan water town. At night, the lights reflected in the river begin to ripple with the water's currents. Qibao Old Street is a truly unique and relaxing spot. While somewhat commercialized, it doesn't diminish the town's former splendor. At night, listening to the gurgling water will quickly bring you to sleep, slowing down your pace and enjoying snacks and browsing the shops. It's a perfect place to spend time. If you're visiting Shanghai, you absolutely must make a day of it, as transportation is easily accessible. The saying, "A thousand-year-old Shanghai is best seen in Qibao," is also apt when applied to culinary delights.

When you think of ancient towns, you probably think of small bridges, flowing water, and boatmen. You can definitely experience all of these in Qibao Ancient Town, and it will give you a sense of time and space illusion (literati syndrome)! It feels like you are in an ancient town in the south of the Yangtze River.

It's quite close to the subway entrance and there are quite a lot of people, but the advantage is that the food is not expensive and you can eat a lot. It costs only 50 yuan per person and you can eat a lot. I can't stop eating. The beef offal soup is super good and the rice dumplings are super big!

There are many ancient towns in Shanghai, and you can choose the one you like.

Qibao Ancient Town is the closest ancient town attraction to the city center in Shanghai. It is a small town built along the river, with typical Jiangnan water town characteristics.

The ancient town has a variety of snacks and special souvenirs.

Tickets: No

Transportation: Get off at Qibao Station on Subway Line 9. Buses including 91, 92, 911 and more than 10 other lines are available.

A small street where foodies can go to eat, eat, eat, eat

Qibao Ancient Town is not far from Hongqiao Airport. The old street is full of quaint buildings and many snack bars and shops. Walking through it, you can not only taste local delicacies but also enjoy the scenery of the Jiangnan water town.

UP had high expectations for the ancient town, so after arriving, I can say... [I was so disappointed that I left after only an hour... But UP can even spend 2 hours in a bookstore! ! ]

When I saw the [Square Dance] in front of Qibao Ancient Town, I rejected it in my heart.

There are stalls selling all kinds of cakes, snacks and handicrafts everywhere.

It's a great ancient town. Although it is close to the city, it still retains its charm.

There are many small shops in Qibao Old Street, and many of the things they sell are very interesting and super cheap.

Qibao Town is located in the southwest of Shanghai. It is an ancient historical town that combines the natural scenery of the Jiangnan water town with a long history and cultural connotation.

The ancient town is free to enter

It's just an average ancient town... It's not big, very small, with only a few small streets. It's packed with people... For those in a hurry, you can go for a stroll, just to get a feel for the charm of a Jiangnan water town. But if you want to enjoy a quiet, slow pace of life or truly experience the charm of an ancient town, I recommend going to #ZhujiajiaoAncientTown#.

The ancient town is very lively at night, and the crayfish here are very delicious. I highly recommend it!

In Qibao, the culinary pursuits are all about its flavors. I went to Qibao twice, the first in the morning and the second at night. Whether it's morning or night, Qibao's food is a breathtaking spectacle. Qibao Old Street tangyuan, crabapple cakes, plum blossom cakes, Old Street stinky tofu, and lotus root powder herbal tea—these are all delicious snacks to devour in Qibao. Duck foot bao is especially special, seemingly only found in Qibao. It's 4 yuan each and tastes fantastic. Duck foot bao consists of duck feet, delicately wrapped in duck intestines, giving it a surprisingly chewy texture. Fans of chicken feet definitely can't miss this delicacy; it's not found in northern China, and this was my first time trying it here. It's said that each duck foot bao contains a few pieces of cured duck meat, but I didn't taste any; it might have been eaten along with the intestines. These chicken feet and duck feet are best savored slowly and carefully, the more you savor them, the more flavorful they become. I, however, walked around with my duck foot bao in hand, savoring it as I walked, unwilling to waste even a moment exploring this ancient town of delicacies.

The main place is really messy and the things are dirty, so we'll just have to make do with it.

There is no entrance fee, but before entering Qibao Ancient Town, there are combined tickets for sale, which allow you to visit some folk attractions in the ancient town. The old street is not long, but the buildings on the whole street are antique and full of Ming and Qing architectural styles. Various snacks and various handicrafts can be seen everywhere on the street. However, the roads in the old street are relatively narrow. It happened to be Saturday today, and the ancient town was crowded and congested, making it difficult to move, which greatly affected the mood for shopping. Qibao Old Street is divided into two sections by the river. North Street is mainly composed of various shops selling handicrafts, accessories, antiques, calligraphy and paintings, as well as attractions such as the Cotton Weaving Workshop and the Zhang Chongren Memorial Hall. South Street is mainly characterized by special food, including stinky tofu, meat skewers, rice dumplings, gorgon fruit cakes, and braised pig's trotters. You can take a boat trip on the river in the middle. Although the journey is only more than ten minutes, you can also get a little experience of the water town atmosphere. The streets are relatively crowded

We had noodles outside Qibao Ancient Town and filled our stomachs before exploring other places to eat. Later, we realized that this was a wise move because there were so many people that it was difficult to just walk around, let alone stop for a bite to eat.

I didn't have any impression after seeing it. I couldn't say what was bad, nor could I remember what was good. Maybe it's because I've visited so many ancient towns and I'm tired of them!

At No. 104 Yuqian Street, inside the food court, there's a snack bar called "Bombing Giant Squid," run by two young men. They not only serve freshly made giant squid, but they also offer Taiwanese chicken cutlets, crispy chicken nuggets, popcorn chicken, and specially made milk tea and juice drinks. This ancient town snack bar, meticulously designed by a young man, exudes youthful energy and a sweet, fragrant aroma! It's a lovely place, reminiscent of my youth. The squid is quite good, and anyone who enjoys giant squid and drinks like me, please give it a try! ^_^ The two guys are quite welcoming. Since the food is made fresh, if you wait a while, they'll even offer a cup of milk tea, which is a nice touch!

North Street in Qibao Ancient Town is a market specializing in tourist handicrafts. The variety of products is dazzling. I think the most distinctive ones are the blue and white cloth products. The wooden foot basin is also good. When the weather is cold, soaking your feet is very practical!