Zhujiajiao is a charming ancient water town in the outskirts of Shanghai. Lined by 36 stone bridges and numerous old buildings, the most ancient traces of the city date back to 5000 years ago.

Zhujiajiao makes for a perfect day trip or over-night stay, as there are numerous bed & breakfasts in the area.

There are different types of attractions, the main ones being:

Kezhi Garden: a rare combination of ancient Chinese and western style characterises this
Yuan Jin buddhist temple: located right across the Water Heavens hall on the riverbank, an ancient beauty dating back to 1341.
Great Qing post office: funded during Qing dynasty, it served as one of the main post offices in the region, and today remains as the only ancient post office in East China, becoming an epitome of China's old post offices in modern history.

Recommended stay: Jushe Resort Hotel，lane 288, Xin Feng rd. building 4, tel 4001016281

热烈推荐住宿：俱舍度假酒店，上海市青浦区朱家角古镇新风路288弄4号楼（尚都里内）电话：4001016281