[2025 Shanghai Attraction] Travel Guide for Qiuxia Garden (Updated Mar)

The name Qiuxia Garden comes from the line "Falling sunset and lone birds fly together, autumn waters and the long sky are the same color" in Wang Bo's Preface to the Prince Teng Pavilion, expressing the original owner's wish to "never give up on their ambitions." The garden is a classical garden with a unique style, located south of Jiading's East Street and north of Qiliang Road. It is divided into four scenic areas: Peach Blossom Pool (formerly Gong's Garden), Ningxia Pavilion (formerly Shen's Garden), Qingjing Pond (formerly Jin's Garden), and the City God Temple. The layout is exquisite, and the environment is elegant. The layout is exquisite, the environment is elegant, and the garden is small and delicate. There are pavilions, winding paths, and lush bamboo forests. There are also low railings, plank bridges, water and trees reflecting each other, and strange caves in the rockery. It is a garden within a garden, a forest within a forest, and a scene outside a scene, with a view at every step.

Qiuxiapu exceeded my expectations, truly worthy of being one of Shanghai's five major gardens. As soon as you enter the main gate, you will see the main hall of Jiading Chenghuang Temple. The main hall, built in the Ming Dynasty, is a double-eave hip roof building, with golden bricks on the ground, surrounded by ancient cypress and stone carvings, and the sense of history is overwhelming. Then you can enter the winding path from both sides of the Chenghuang Temple to reach the garden part of Qiuxiapu. There is a map on the back of the ticket for reference (see Figure 16). - 【Main attractions and photo spots】 ① Chenghuang Temple Main Hall Smoky, towering ancient cypress, flying eaves and dougong, wood carvings and stone carvings. ② Peach Blossom Pond Reflection and Ginkgo The reflections here are very photogenic, whether it's trees or buildings. There is also an ancient ginkgo on the rockery next to it, the leaves have completely turned yellow. ③ Qingjing Pond Red Leaves Around the pond are the famous red leaves of Qiuxiapu. The red leaves photographed in the soft light of morning or evening are more beautiful. ④ Bi Lu Xuan and Shu Yu Zhai Leaky Window Looking out from the leaky window, there are bamboo, rockery, etc., which is also a major feature of classical garden design. The so-called 'bamboo brings autumn scenery to the small window'. ⑤ Flower shadows, bamboo shadows, tree shadows, beautiful shadows Chen Congzhou's 'Garden Taste · Talking about Shadows': Chinese garden landscapes are both virtual and real, and the beauty of the virtual is often more moving than the real. 'Flower shadows press heavy curtains' 'Clouds break and the moon comes to play with flower shadows'. - 【About Qiuxiapu】 It is a municipal cultural relic protection unit in Shanghai. It was established in the 15th year of Hongzhi in the Ming Dynasty (1502). The main part was originally the private garden of Gong Hong, the Minister of Works in the Ming Dynasty. There are pavilions, towers, gardens, winding paths, lush bamboo, low fences, and rockery caves in the garden. There are 48 scenic spots in total. The layout is compact and wins by cleverness. Although some buildings no longer exist, you can still see the ingenious conception of the entire garden. The current Qiuxiapu is a combination of Gong's Garden, Shen's Garden, Jin's Garden, and Chenghuang Temple. (Excerpt from the introduction of Qiuxiapu ticket, modified) - Navigation: Qiuxiapu, Jiading, Shanghai Parking: roadside at the entrance or ground parking lot of the neighboring RT-Mart supermarket Time: 8:00-16:30 Ticket: 10 yuan, free for under 6 years old/over 65 years old Surroundings: Zhouqiao Old Street, Fahua Tower, Jiading Confucius Temple, Jiading Museum, Huilongtan Park, Qian Daxin's Former Residence, Jiayuan Hai Art Museum...

I want to share the beautiful moments I find in life with you every day. The autumn in Shanghai is getting stronger, not only with the burnt yellow plane trees, golden ginkgo, but also with red, orange gradient maple leaves. I want to share with you the autumn maple leaves of Qiuxia Garden on November 22 this year. Although it is the beginning of color change, it is already very beautiful. Qiuxia Garden should be considered one of the autumn maple ceilings in Shanghai. There are many different varieties of maple trees planted here. Whenever autumn comes, the entire Qiuxia Garden will become colorful. The maple leaves of Qiuxia Garden this year have begun to turn red. Although it is not the reddest time now, there are many colors, red, orange, yellow gradient, and ginkgo leaves all over the ground. Although the day I went was a rainy day, it was still incredibly beautiful. The photos were taken yesterday, and the maple leaves will be redder and more beautiful after a while. It is expected that the red maple can last until mid-December.

Autumn in Shanghai is really romantic. You don't need to go abroad to Japan, you can also feel the full view of red maple. Slow down your steps and record the autumn limited with the shutter. Sharing 7 places in Shanghai that are super suitable for taking pictures in autumn . Qiuxia Garden End of November - Mid December Must go !! And it must be at the end of the month, because by then it's basically all red. It is recommended to enter the park as soon as it opens, you can prepare a transparent umbrella as a prop for posing, and you can also take pictures of reflections in the water. 314 Dongda Street, Jiading Town, Jiading District Jiading North Station on Metro Line 11, transfer to Jiading 1/10/12. Lu Xun Park November - Early December If you like the transparent red maple leaves in autumn, mid-December is more suitable. This is also a good place to take pictures. 2288 North Sichuan Road Hongkou Football Stadium Station on Metro Line 3, 8. Gongqing Forest Park Late November to mid-late December The Monet Garden in autumn, the spring explosion of it, the autumn flower show will be online again! It's really like a fairyland!! Qingbo Bridge, Fengyu Bridge, Fern Garden, Huaming Bridge, and the riverside are all great shooting positions. 2000 Jingong Road, Yangpu District Xiangyin Road Station on Metro Line 8, transfer to 102. Minhang Hongyuan Late November - December It's too niche, basically only old Shanghainese know it, a large number of different varieties of maple trees are planted in the park, full of fiery red, it is spectacular. 354 Jiangchuan Road, Minhang District Jinping Road Station on Line 5, transfer to Minhang 16. Zui Bai Chi Park Mid-late November - December Here you can meet the autumn in the ancient style, the courtyard buildings and maple leaves shine each other, it's intoxicating. 64 South Renmin Road, Songjiang District Metro Line 9 Zui Bai Chi Station Huakai Sea Ecological Park Late November - Mid-late December More than 12,000 maple trees, it belongs to a large scale in Shanghai's maple viewing area, it's very spectacular! Put on the Merlot style and take a set of big shots~ 6060 Xiujing, Daijing Village, Jinshan District Lianhua Road Station on Metro Line 1, transfer to Lianzhu Special Line and Jin Feng Line. Maple Leaf Island under the corridor Mid-late November - Early December Here you can find the colors of autumn, large areas of red maple forests, colorful like oil paintings.

When exploring Shanghai, don't miss Jiading, an ancient city with over 800 years of history! This itinerary is perfect for a relaxing day trip, covering all the must-see attractions. Save this guide and follow it! 🗓Jiading One-Day Itinerary: Depart from Shanghai➡️-Jiading Museum➡️Qiuxia Garden➡️Zhouqiao Old Street➡️Fahua Tower➡️Jiading Confucian Temple➡️Huilongtan Park➡️Jiading Wisteria Garden 🚉Transportation: 🚇Take Shanghai Metro Line 11 to Jiading North Station. Transfer to Jiading Bus No. 1 or Jiading Bus No. 10 and get off at the Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital Station. Many buses pass through this station. The attractions are within walking distance. 🚗By car: Navigate to Jiading Museum. If you are unfamiliar with the road conditions in Jiading, it is recommended to park at RT-Mart (parking fee: 6 yuan/hour). The attractions are within walking distance. 💎Attractions: ✅Jiading Museum 🎫Free admission, closed on Mondays Located at No. 215, Bole Road, Jiading District, this local comprehensive museum features a two-story (partially three-story) design with two gardens. It houses a rich collection of cultural relics and has several permanent exhibitions, including the Jiading History Exhibition, the Collection Exhibition, and the Imperial Examination Exhibition. These exhibitions provide a comprehensive overview of Jiading's 800-year history and offer a glimpse into its rich culture. ✅Qiuxia Garden 🎫10 yuan/person One of the five classical gardens in Shanghai, Qiuxia Garden was built during the Ming Dynasty. The garden is full of lush vegetation, picturesque scenery, pavilions, terraces, and winding paths. There is a 500-year-old red maple tree, making it the perfect spot for viewing autumn leaves in November and December. There is also an ancient ginkgo tree. The Jiading City God Temple, an important Taoist temple in the Jiading area, is located within the garden. ✅Zhouqiao Old Street & Fahua Tower 🎫Free admission! Jiading Zhouqiao is the root of Jiading! Along with Songjiang, Nanxiang, and Zhujiajiao, Jiading Ancient Town is listed as one of the first four historical and cultural towns in Shanghai. It retains ancient houses from the Ming and Qing dynasties, with canals and waterways showcasing the charming Jiangnan water town style. It gets very lively in the evening. Inside Fahua Tower, there is a memorial room dedicated to diplomat Gu Weijun, where you can learn about his story. ✅Jiading Confucian Temple & Huilongtan Park 🎫Free admission! Jiading Confucian Temple and Huilongtan Park are separated by the Hengli River. Huilongtan Park, meaning "Five Dragons Playing with a Pearl," is named after the five streams that converge here. The park offers beautiful and elegant scenery and is also a branch venue for the Shanghai Chrysanthemum Exhibition. Jiading Confucian Temple, built during the Southern Song Dynasty, is the largest ancient architectural complex in northwest Shanghai. People come here to pray for academic success and good luck in exams. ✅Jiading Wisteria Garden 🎫Free admission! The most beautiful wisteria garden in Shanghai! Jiading Wisteria Garden is famous for its cascading wisteria flowers and beautiful landscaping. The large wisteria blossoms, in a variety of colors, sway in the wind, attracting countless visitors and photographers.

The red leaves in Shanghai have begun to turn red due to the cold. This week has entered the best viewing period, which is expected to be until mid-December. As a classical garden in Shanghai, Qiuxia Garden has a unique autumn scenery and is an excellent place to enjoy autumn. Qiuxia Garden is a famous classical garden in the south of the Yangtze River in China. It was first built in the 15th year of Hongzhi in the Ming Dynasty and has a history of more than 500 years. It is located in Jiading Town, Shanghai. Qiuxia Garden includes Peach Blossom Pond, Ningxia Pavilion, Qingjing Pond and Yi Temple. 4 scenic spots.

📍Address: Qiuxiapu - No. 314, Dongdajie Street, Jiading Town, Jiading District, Shanghai. Near Jiading Museum. 🕙Opening hours: 8:00–16:30 ❤Recommended reason: The red maple leaves 🍁~ The colorful beauty of the garden! 📝Tips: There are always many tourists on weekends with good weather. Today is a weekday, so there are not many people, and you can take photos of the empty scenery.

Among the classical gardens in Shanghai, Zui Bai Chi is the best place to enjoy peonies in spring, and Guyi Garden is the best place to enjoy lotus flowers in summer. When the west wind rises, Qiuxia Garden becomes the top choice. Unfortunately, autumn in Shanghai is getting shorter and shorter, with only about a month between the light snow and heavy snow. Fortunately, the maple trees are as frost-resistant as the people of Jiangnan, making it possible to discuss what color down jacket is best to wear when taking photos with red maple leaves... The autumn water is the same color as the sky, and the setting sun and the lone wild goose fly together. To better appreciate the autumn scenery, there are no barriers, so there are naughty children playing in the water, and there are also many aunts who fall into the water because they are too involved. Needless to say, it is people mountain, people sea on weekends, and even on weekdays. The usual process is: the aunts occupy the camera position first and pose in N different poses. After the aunts finish taking photos, the uncles take photos, and after the uncles finish taking photos, they help the aunts take photos, and then another group of people comes. I also heard an uncle ask to "help take a more beautiful photo", it seems that the people of Shanghai are not divided by gender or age in their pursuit of beauty. Back to the garden itself, the architecture is exquisite, and the pond is quiet, but because it is made up of several gardens, it is a bit messy in terms of overall coordination. Just like Yuyuan Garden in the city, the Nine Bend Bridge is separated from the garden, making the Sansui Hall at the entrance look very abrupt. However, after more than 500 years, it is not easy for the mountains and water systems to be basically preserved. Away from the crowd, sitting in the Qingxuan Pavilion (I guess this was originally the gatehouse of the house), watching the sunset through the red leaves into the pond, I can't help but feel a little nostalgic. P.S. Thanks to the security guard for the guidance, he said that there are many people at the south gate on Dongda Street (the entrance is the Jiading City God Temple), and suggested entering from the west gate (in the alley next to the Jiading Museum), so you don't have to wait in line.

📮Bring a curious heart and eyes that can discover beauty, and start a pleasant journey! As long as you want, "travel" begins the moment you step out of the house! 🏞️Attraction: Qiuxiapu Garden 📍Address: No. 314, Dongdajie Street, Jiading Town, Jiading District 🚗Transportation: Take Line 11 to Jiading West and transfer to Bus Jiading 11, or take Line 11 to Jiading North and ride a bike 💴Ticket: CNY 10 📷Best time to visit: December 15, 2024 🌈✍️Travel Notes📝 1️⃣My only requirement for myself is to not waste any sunny weekend. So today is sunny, perfect for going out! 2️⃣Since I live in Jiading District and there is a direct bus, I picked up my camera and left! 3️⃣The red maple leaves in Qiuxiapu Garden really surprised me, they are so stunning! Especially with the sunlight, they are beautiful beyond words! Light and shadow, reflections, and silhouettes... I can't move, I really can't move! 😍😍😍😍 4️⃣Red, yellow, and some leaves with several colors, amazing! Cameras and phones can't capture even one-tenth of the beauty! 5️⃣Qiuxiapu Garden is the most beautiful "autumn" I have ever seen, it truly lives up to its name! ‼️Tips: Do your homework before going out ✅Check the route on the map ✅Check the opening hours and whether you need to make a reservation in advance to avoid a wasted trip ✅When you are out, always remember ♥️safety first♥️

I've seen Monet Garden in Gongqing Forest Park, red maple in Lu Xun Park, and ginkgo in Guilin Park, but this is the first time I've seen such a colorful park! Although the park is not big, it has everything, including rockeries, Taohua Pool, ancient trees, museums, and City God Temple... There are many people taking wedding photos in the park, which is enough to show how beautiful it is! ✅ Qiuxia Garden 📍 No. 314, East Street, Jiading Town, Jiading District, Shanghai ⏰ Opening hours: 08:00–17:00 🚇 Metro Line 11, Jiading North Station (about 2.2 km from the station to Qiuxia Garden) 🎫 Ticket: CNY 10 ✅ Tour route South Gate ➡️ City God Temple ➡️ Ningxia Pavilion ➡️ Sanyin Hall ➡️ Qingjing Pool ➡️ Taohua Pool ➡️ Southwest Gate 1 Jiading City Walk: ✅ You can visit Jiading Museum after leaving the Southwest Gate ✅ After leaving the museum, walk 300 meters to Zhouqiao Old Street, where there are many old Shanghai snacks and a Fahua Pagoda (free to visit)

Shanghai Flower Viewing | Maple Leaves | Qiu Xia Garden Late autumn and early winter is the best time to visit Qiu Xia Garden. The maple leaves have turned from green to red, and in the sunlight, they look like the red clouds in the sky. The leaves sway in the wind, creating a beautiful scene. On the bridge by the river, the red, yellow, brown, and orange leaves create a beautiful scene, bringing a touch of ancient charm to the early winter. Address: No. 314, Dongdajie Street, Jiading District Transportation: Take Metro Line 11 to Jiading North Station, then transfer to Bus No. 12 and get off at Jiading 12 Road

|Enjoy the best red maple leaves at Qiuxia Garden. The red maple leaves at Qiuxia Garden are famous, and now is the best time to see them. ❤Recommended reasons: There are more than 150 maple trees in the garden, including red maple, green maple, Japanese maple, and feather maple. This year, the leaves turned red a little later than usual due to the temperature. In autumn, the leaves gradually turn from green to red, and finally become fiery red and colorful. The red maple leaves are not just a single red color, but include a variety of shades such as dark red, orange-red, and light red, with distinct layers and stunning beauty. In the sunlight, the maple leaves are even more vivid and dazzling, as if they are the most exquisite work of nature, making Qiuxia Garden even more enchanting. 🗓Attractions: The garden is divided into four areas: Peach Blossom Pool, Ningxia Pavilion, Qingjing Lake, and Yimiao Temple. In my opinion, except for Yimiao Temple, the three areas should correspond to three surnames. Peach Blossom Pool is for the Shen family, Ningxiang Pavilion is for the Jin family, and the rest is probably for the Gong family. But the three attractions are connected by pavilions and corridors, blending with each other. ⏳Travel tips: [One] Best time: Mid-December, when the maple leaves are the most colorful, is the best time to enjoy the maple leaves. [Two] Recommended route: After entering Qiuxia Garden, you can walk along the main road and visit attractions such as Peach Blossom Pool, Ningxia Pavilion, and Qingjing Lake in turn. Among them, the maple leaves by Qingjing Lake are particularly spectacular, making it an excellent place for taking photos. [Three] Photography tips: Backlit photos of maple leaves are particularly good, as they highlight the translucent texture of the leaves. At the same time, using the contrast between the white walls and black tiles of ancient buildings and the red of the maple leaves and the yellow of the ginkgo leaves can create a visual effect of Oriental aesthetics. [Four] Clothing suggestions: It is recommended to wear light-colored clothes to form a sharp contrast with the maple leaves, which will make the photos look better. 📍Address: No. 314, Dongdajie Street, Jiading District 🚉Transportation: Take Metro Line 11 to Jiading North Station, then transfer to Bus No. 12 and get off. 💰Average cost: CNY 10 for admission 🕙Opening hours: 8:00–17:00 ⏳Duration: 2 hours 📝Tips: During the maple leaf season, you can enter the park from the west gate to avoid the crowds.

On December 7, I went to Qiuxia Garden, one of the five classical gardens in Shanghai, along with Yuyuan Garden, Guyi Garden, Zuibaichi Park, and Qu Shui Garden. Qiuxia Garden was originally three separate gardens: Gong's Garden, Jin's Garden, and Shen Hongzheng's Garden. Qiuxia Garden is famous for its rockeries, ponds, and winding paths. Upon entering Qiuxia Garden, the first thing you see is the City God Temple, a Taoist temple. I always pray when I see a temple. After passing through the City God Temple, you will reach the area centered around Peach Blossom Pool, which includes the Celestial Cave, Wanxiang Residence, Shequ Bridge, Biwu Pavilion, and Peach Blossom Pool. The center is a red maple tree, which is beautiful. I love red, and I couldn't bear to delete any of the photos I took. Many people lingered here to take photos. There is also a 1,200-year-old ginkgo tree that is starting to turn yellow. Now is the best time to visit. If it rains, the scenery will be less beautiful, so hurry up and visit. The park is not large, and the main attractions are the ginkgo and maple trees. Tickets: CNY 10, only available at the ticket office. Parking: CNY 7 for the first hour, CNY 4 for each additional hour. The parking lot is on Bole Road, I think. There is only one exit.

Qiuxia Garden is a great place to visit in late autumn, with its pleasant scenery of dragonflies resting on the tips of lotus buds. The falling leaves signal the arrival of autumn, and the branches are adorned with dewdrops, like necklaces of pearls, shimmering with the gentle glow of autumn. A gentle breeze brings a refreshing coolness, making you feel relaxed and at ease. On the forest paths of Qiuxia Garden, the shadows of trees sway, and fallen leaves dance in the air like colorful butterflies. A golden leaf quietly falls, gently covering the moist soil, leaving dappled shadows. As you walk on the layer of leaves, a soft rustling sound is heard, like the melody of autumn. Late autumn at Qiuxia Garden is like a tranquil painting, depicting a serene and peaceful scene amidst the exquisite autumn colors. The chirping of cicadas and the melodious birdsong, accompanied by the gentle breeze, create a picture of tranquility and harmony. Here, time seems to stand still, and only the soul is purified, feeling the tranquility and beauty of autumn. Every corner of Qiuxia Garden exudes the charm and poetry of late autumn. Perhaps it is this tranquil place that allows people to escape the hustle and bustle, listen to their inner voice, and appreciate the beauty and vastness of nature. Here, people can empty their minds, merge with nature, and feel the tranquility and harmony of autumn. Late autumn at Qiuxia Garden is a place that makes people feel relaxed and bathed in the autumn light. Here, time flows slowly, allowing people to fully enjoy the gifts of nature and feel the beauty and tranquility of life. Perhaps it is in this autumn-filled garden that people can find the peace and serenity deep within their hearts.

I love the colors of fall. Red, orange, yellow, and green are all mixed together. The colorful forest is a vivid representation of the best fall foliage. I recommend my favorite place to see fall foliage in Shanghai. 📍Qiuxia Garden - [Fall Foliage Guide] 🍁Time: I recommend early to mid-December. The photos were taken around December 3, 2023. This year, the temperature dropped later, so you can go a few days later. The maple leaves will be more colorful during this time. 🍁Tickets are CNY 10. The park is open from 8:00 to 16:30. I recommend going when the park opens. The park is small, and there will be a lot of people if you go later (seniors can enter for free before 8:00). 🍁Be sure to go on a sunny day. The morning light shining through the trees is beautiful! 🍁Qiuxia Garden is small. The best spots are around the lake: 1⃣️Take photos on the bridge surrounded by maple leaves. 2⃣️Sit on the same side of the lake as the photographer. 3⃣️Sit on the opposite side of the lake from the photographer. You will need a telephoto lens. 4⃣️Take photos of the buildings by the lake with a frame composition. - [Transportation Guide] 🚇The closest subway station is Jiading North Station on Line 11. You will need to take a taxi or bus from there. 🚗I recommend driving. There are parking spaces on the road outside the park, and there is a RT-Mart parking lot nearby. - For more guides, check out my homepage. Thank you for your support.

In late autumn, I wanted to see the beautiful scenery of Qiuxia Garden, so I drove there on the weekend. I was worried about the parking space, so I navigated directly to the RT-Mart Jiading Store next to the scenic area and parked my car in the supermarket parking lot (paid). The north gate of the parking lot is only a few dozen meters away from the ticket window of Qiuxia Garden. The ticket price is CNY 10 per person. After enjoying the beautiful scenery, you can go directly to the Jiading Museum next door through a passage in the garden (museum tickets are free, no reservation is required, and you cannot return to Qiuxia Garden after entering the museum). Visiting the Jiading Museum can also give you a better understanding of the history of Jiading. The exit of the museum is opposite Zhouqiao Old Street (no ticket is required). You can walk around the old street, where there is also Fahua Pagoda. You can also have lunch at a restaurant on the old street. Walk south along South Street to reach the Confucian Temple (free ticket) and Huilongtan Park (CNY 5 per person).

🍂 The autumn colors are as beautiful as a painting, and the best places to enjoy autumn in Shanghai are revealed. 👉🏻 I love this colorful autumn, with red, orange, yellow, and green intertwined, bringing the phrase "the forest is dyed" to life. ✨ Next, let me recommend my favorite place to enjoy autumn in Shanghai — Qiuxia Garden. ✅【Qiuxia Garden Autumn Guide】 🕐 Best time to enjoy autumn: Early to mid-December is recommended, especially this year when the temperature drops later, you can go a few days later, when the maple leaves are more colorful and charming. The photos I took are from around December 3, 2023. 🎫 Tickets are only CNY 10, and the opening hours are from 8:00 to 16:30. It is recommended to enter the park as soon as it opens, because the park is not big, and it may be crowded if you go late (Tip: Uncles and aunts can enter for free before 8:00). ⭐️ Be sure to choose a sunny day to go, the morning sun shining through the leaves is breathtakingly beautiful! 🍁 Although Qiuxia Garden is small, the beautiful scenery is mainly concentrated by the lake: 1️⃣ Standing on the small bridge, surrounded by maple leaves, you feel like you are in a painting. 2️⃣ Stand on the same side of the lake as the photographer, sit down and take pictures, and you can capture a different perspective. 3️⃣ Stand on opposite sides of the lake with the photographer and use a telephoto lens to capture the distant scenery. 4️⃣ Use the buildings by the lake as a frame for a more unique composition. 【Transportation Guide】 🚇 The nearest subway station to Qiuxia Garden is Jiading North Station on Line 11, but you still need to take a taxi or bus after getting off the subway. 🚗 Driving is more convenient, there are parking spaces on the roadside at the entrance, and there is also a RT-Mart parking lot nearby. Come to Qiuxia Garden and experience this colorful autumn!

Qiuxia Garden, Jiading, Shanghai Qiuxia Garden was built in 1502, during the Ming Dynasty. It is located at No. 314, East Street, Jiading Town, Jiading District, Shanghai. It is a famous classical garden in Jiangnan, covering an area of more than 45 mu. It is known as the "urban forest" and is a masterpiece of Ming Dynasty gardens. It is worth visiting.

Maple trees and pavilions A great place to enjoy autumn in Shanghai—Qiuxia Garden The name "Qiuxia" comes from the poem "Preface to the Pavilion of Prince Teng" by Wang Bo, which reads, "The setting sun and the lone bird fly together, the autumn water and the long sky are the same color," expressing the original owner's wish to "never give up on his ambitions." Qiuxia Garden is located in Jiading District, Shanghai. The main part of the garden was built in 1502. Together with Songjiang Zuibai Pond, Shanghai Yuyuan Garden, Guyi Garden, and Qingpu Qu Shui Garden, it is known as one of the five classical gardens in Shanghai. Qiuxia Garden is the oldest and best-preserved of the five. When it comes to enjoying autumn in Shanghai, Qiuxia Garden is a must-see. This small garden is filled with red leaves, making it a truly intoxicating sight. The best time to visit is around mid-November, so keep an eye out. Tickets are only CNY 5! The wall between Jiading Museum and Qiuxia Garden has been opened up, so you can enter Jiading Museum directly from Qiuxia Garden after your visit. You can also visit Zhouqiao Old Street, Jiading Confucius Temple, and Huilongtan nearby. Just don't go on weekends, as it will be too crowded. Weekday mornings are the best time to visit, with beautiful scenery and great photo opportunities!

Qiuxiapu is located at No. 314, East Street, Jiading Town, Jiading District, Shanghai. It is known as one of the five major classical gardens in Shanghai, along with Songjiang Zuibaichi, Shanghai Yuyuan, Jiading Guyi Garden and Qingpu Qushui Garden. Most of the buildings in the garden were built in the Ming Dynasty. If calculated based on the construction time of the county temple part, it can be called the oldest garden among the five major gardens. Qiuxiapu was formed by the merger of private gardens and the local temple (City God Temple) of the three families Gong, Jin and Shen. Most of the buildings in the park were built in the Ming Dynasty, and some can be traced back to the Song Dynasty. Over the past four to five hundred years, these "three gardens and one temple" have experienced successive rise and fall. After renovation and reconstruction in the 1980s, there are more than 30 pavilions and halls, covering an area of ​​3.28 hectares. The whole garden has a compact layout, beautiful and charming scenery, and wins with its ingenuity. It is a masterpiece of Ming Dynasty gardens and a fine product among the classical gardens of Jiangnan. Qiuxia Garden is centered on a clear water pond (Taohuatan), surrounded by rocky mountains, towering ancient trees and unique garden art. Enter the garden from the west gate of Qiuxiapu and walk north along the path for a short distance, you can see a long and narrow pool of Taohuatan, as clear as a mirror, which was the center of the former Gong's Garden. Today, the Taohuatan Scenic Area is centered on Taohuatan, with Wanxiangju, Jixia Pavilion, Chishang Thatched Cottage, and Yiwei Hall in the south, Congguixuan in the west, and Jishan Pavilion, Biguang Pavilion, and Simian Hall in the north. The Thatched Cottage on the Pond is shaped like a boat, so it is also called the Boat but No Boat Pavilion. From here you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Taohuatan. Located in the southeast of Qiuxiapu is the Jiading County City God Temple, also known as the Yi Temple. Its architectural form and components are mostly based on the model rebuilt in the eighth year of the Guangxu period of the Qing Dynasty (1882). The main hall of the City God Temple is a hip-and-gable style building with two connected roofs and double eaves. The front hall is three bays wide and has ten columns, while the back hall is five bays wide and has eleven columns. It is covered with tubular tiles, with a dark and shiny chiwen ridge, and a coiled dragon playing with a pearl in the middle of the ridge. There are seated statues of the "Eight Immortals" at the end of the eaves, nailed hat eaves, dragon longevity tiles, and raincoat boards with ruyi patterns on the gable walls. Qiuxia Garden is divided into four parts. Taohuatan has the beauty of hills and valleys, the beauty of water and secluded water, and the mountains, rocks and pavilions complement each other. It is a typical Chinese natural landscape garden. There are many courtyards in Ningxia Pavilion, which are connected by corridors. The courtyards are winding and deep, and the scenery changes with every step, appearing and disappearing. Qingjingtang is dominated by plant landscape, which is open and spacious. The Yi Temple is a majestic and tall building with a unique structure. The main hall is the best-preserved Yi Temple building in Shanghai. Qiuxiapu is really a low-key place, and not many people come to visit it during holidays. I didn’t expect that this small garden has a clever layout and exquisiteness, with a scene at every step, which is not inferior to some Suzhou gardens. In autumn, the garden is filled with the fragrance of osmanthus and wood. There are also many colorful trees planted in the garden. It is very comfortable to walk among them. I believe it will be more colorful in late autumn.

Qiu Xia Pu, Jiading: One of the five classical gardens in Shanghai ||| Qiu Xia Pu, the oldest classical garden in Shanghai, is located at No. 314, Dongdajie, Jiading Town, Jiading District, Shanghai, to the east of Jiading Museum. The entrance is through Jiading Chenghuang Temple, and the exit leads to Jiading Museum. Qiu Xia Pu consists of Jiading Chenghuang Temple from the Song Dynasty and three private gardens from the Ming Dynasty - Gong's Garden, Shen's Garden, and Jin's Garden. The name "Qiu Xia" (Autumn Mist) of Qiu Xia Pu comes from the line "The setting sun and the lone bird fly together, autumn water and the long sky are the same color" in the Preface to the Prince Teng's Pavilion by Wang Bo. Qiu Xia Pu, together with Zuibai Pond in Songjiang, Yu Garden in Shanghai, Guyi Garden, and Qu Shui Garden in Qingpu, are known as the five classical gardens in Shanghai. Qiu Xia Pu is the oldest and best-preserved one among them. The main part of the garden was built in 1502 (the 15th year of the Hongzhi era), and it has a history of over 500 years. Qiu Xia Pu is centered around a clear pond and is divided into four parts: Peach Blossom Pond, Ningxia Pavilion, Qingjing Hall, and Yimiao. As the name suggests, this is naturally a good place to enjoy autumn in Shanghai, especially the red leaves by Qingjing Pond, which stand out among the lush ancient trees. In fact, not only in autumn, you can enjoy this place all year round, the rockeries, flowers, clear springs, and pavilions are harmoniously unified, just like a painting. In addition, it is located in a remote area, far from the city, so the experience of visiting is very good. Find a good day, take your time to stroll around, and you can heal your soul. TIPS: Address: No. 314, Dongdajie, Chengxiang Town, Jiading District, Shanghai Admission ticket: CNY 10, you can also visit Jiading Museum, Confucius Temple, Zhouqiao Old Street, etc. nearby Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 08:00-16:30

Located at No. 314 Dongda Street, Jiading District, Qiuxia Garden is a garden with historical imprints, and the Jiading City God Temple is also within the garden. Under the reflection of the autumn glow, the ancient pavilions and towers in the garden appear even more elegant, with the verdant trees and colorful flowers complementing each other. Strolling along the winding paths, one can feel the sediment of the years and the tranquility of nature. When the sunset falls, the entire garden seems to be enveloped in a golden glow, exuding a unique charm, with the green maple forest in the garden possessing a charm of its own. Qiuxia Garden is also connected to the Jiading Museum, allowing for a combined visit.

In spring, the Qiuxia Garden lacks red maples, yet it is a real-life version of the Emerald City. Qiuxia Garden is one of the oldest classical gardens in Shanghai, ranking alongside Songjiang Zuibaichi, Shanghai Yuyuan, Guyi Garden, and Qingpu Quyuan as the five major classical gardens of Shanghai. Qiuxia Garden is the most completely preserved one, established in the year 1502, and is now 522 years old. Without the red maple leaves, Qiuxia Garden is exceptionally tranquil. There are few visitors, and although it lacks the colorful foliage and layers of forests dyed with autumn colors, it has lush green maple leaves, presenting a scene brimming with the essence of spring, resembling a secret jungle retreat within the city.

Qiuxia Garden, along with Songjiang Zuibaichi, Shanghai Yuyuan, Jiading Guyi Garden, and Qingpu Quyuan Garden, is known as one of the five major classical gardens in Shanghai. At the end of spring, Qiuxia Garden is thriving with verdant plants, and walking in the rain on the quiet cobblestone paths of each courtyard, there is a unique charm of the gardens in the south of the Yangtze River.

Get off at Jiading North subway station, and it's 1.7 kilometers to Zhouqiao Old Street. The main street is about 600 meters long, with four or five lateral and longitudinal side streets. Zhouqiao Old Street is a three to four-minute walk from Qiuxia Pu, one of the top five classical gardens in Shanghai. The entrance fee for Qiuxia Pu is 10 yuan. Zhouqiao Old Street is a six to seven-minute walk from Huilongtan Park. The entrance fee for Huilongtan Park is 5 yuan. The roads in Jiading New City are clean, and the greening is also good. It's a great place to visit three attractions in one day, with good options for dining and shopping.

A Day Tour of Jiading Old Town The attractions in Jiading Old Town are relatively concentrated, and there are many visitors on weekends, so if you want to enjoy taking photos and touring around, you must pay attention to the order of your visit. Qiuxia Garden➡️Jiading Confucian Temple➡️Jiading Museum➡️Zhouqiao Old Street➡️Fahua Pagoda➡️Bamboo Carving Museum➡️Xi Yue Hotel➡️Huilongtan Park➡️Songming Garden➡️Yi Chi Garden Jinfu 1⃣️Qiuxia Garden—Jiading Confucian Temple—Jiading Museum 📍All three attractions are within the Qiuxia Garden scenic area (the museum is connected to its exit). Qiuxia Garden is a Ming Dynasty garden with a unique style, formed by the merger of three private gardens from the Ming Dynasty: Gong's Garden, Shen's Garden, Jin's Garden, and the town temple (Confucian Temple), making it one of Shanghai's five major gardens. Among them, the town temple was built during the Southern Song Dynasty, making it the oldest among the five major gardens in Shanghai. 📍Jiading Museum provides a detailed introduction to the history and development of Jiading Visiting time is about 2-3 hours 🎫: 10 yuan ⏰: 8:00—16:30 📍: 314 Dongda Street, Jiading District (near Bole Road) 2⃣️Zhouqiao Old Street—Fahua Pagoda—Bamboo Carving Museum 📍The old street is crowded with people on weekends, with a strong commercial atmosphere, and is not very fun to play around, so it is recommended to take a quick look and stroll around 📍Built during the Song Dynasty and repaired through various dynasties, it is a landmark building of Jiading City and has also witnessed the historical development of Jiading. Fahua, meaning that everyone can obtain Buddha-like wisdom, after the pagoda was built, Jiading's academic reputation 'soared', and those who want to make progress in their studies must visit 😜 📍Bamboo Carving Museum The museum is not large, but it has a rich collection of exquisite bamboo carvings, mainly from the Ming and Qing dynasties. 📍After visiting these two places, it's almost noon, and you can go to the Jiading Mansion of Xi Yue Hotel for a meal. The hotel garden is quiet amidst the hustle and bustle, with a unique charm. 3⃣️Huilongtan Park Compared to Qiuxia Garden, there are fewer visitors. The shadows of the trees are reflected in the pavilions, and as you move forward through the red walls and green tiles, you step into a new realm. 📍299 Tacheng Road 🎫 5 yuan 4⃣️Songming Garden 📌Inspired by Wang Xizhi's Orchid Pavilion Preface, a place of elegant and natural gatherings has been constructed. The teahouse is built by the water, and while sipping tea in the thatched cottage, it feels as though it was naturally formed, indeed embodying the elegance of a scholar's garden. In addition, the garden houses many small animals, peacocks🦚, alpacas🦙, sika deer🦌, rabbits🐰... While the adults enjoy themselves, there is also a place for children to frolic. 📢If you don't like tea, there is a baked bun coffee shop next door, with a Japanese style, offering coffee, desserts, and simple meals🍱. If the kids are tired from playing, they can come here to eat. Playing and tea time is 2-3 hours 📍Inside the 600 Changxu Road park area 5⃣️Yi Chi Garden Jiading Jinfu For dinner, you can choose this place. Jinfu was the private residence of Jin Tong, known as the 'Silk Weaving King' during the Guangxu period of the Qing Dynasty, completed in 1851. The main hall is 12 meters high, with 12 round columns all made of golden phoebe wood, and the beams and columns are covered with exquisite carvings. The courtyard is filled with plants. 📍 Lane 56, 1771 Yumin South Road

Digging for lesser-known scenic spots, I finally found Jiading Qiuxiapu, where there is no crowding. The experience of visiting the park during the peak travel period in the afternoon of the fourth day of the lunar new year was off the charts! I also caught a wave of blooming red plums, how delightful! - During this Spring Festival holiday, it's too hard to find a scenic spot without crowding! The ancient towns I usually like to visit are basically shoulder-to-shoulder at this time. - I arrived in Jiading a bit late in the afternoon and only visited Qiuxiapu and Zhouqiao Old Street. There are not many highlights in Qiuxiapu this season. Without the buff of autumn red leaves, there are significantly fewer visitors, which is a rare tranquility. A few blooming red plums, although not many, are a surprise. The plum blossoms near the Suihan Pavilion should all bloom in the next week or two, which is a good time to enjoy the plum blossoms. - 【Tour Tips】 Address: Navigate to Jiading Qiuxiapu Parking: Parking in front of Qiuxiapu or the nearby RT-Mart supermarket Surroundings: Walking distance to Jiading Confucius Temple, Huilongtan Park, Zhouqiao Old Street (Bamboo Carving Museum, Wang Daxin's Former Residence), Jiading Museum

Qiuxia Garden tickets are 10 yuan, and there is a small path inside the garden that leads directly to Jiading Museum, which can only be entered in one direction and cannot be exited from the museum. As soon as you enter the park, there is a City God Temple, where there is free incense, and you can also scan the code to buy your own incense candles or red cloth strips for blessings. The park's landscape and buildings are very compact, and there are not many people on weekdays, so it's very comfortable to stroll around. Along a small path, I saw several small toads the size of a fingernail cap, hopping past in the soil and grass, so cute. Picture 4 is probably a banana tree that is bearing fruit. There is a recent oracle bone script exhibition in Jiading Museum, which ends at the end of July. The environment in the museum is also very good, and it is comfortable to see the exhibition with few people.

I last visited Qiuxiapu when I was a child, and I went there for a stroll during the National Day holiday to avoid the crowd. The entrance fee is 10 yuan, the garden is small and quiet, and the scenery should be better in late autumn. Next door is the Jiading Museum, across the street is Zhouqiao Old Street, and a further 500 meters walk will take you to Jiading Confucius Temple and Huilongtan Park.