A significant religious and cultural site in Songjiang, Shanghai, featuring historic temples, shrines, and centuries of spiritual tradition. • Song-dynasty Square Pagoda (Fangta), the site's namesake landmark. • Ming and Qing classical gardens with ponds and pa...
Highlights
• Song-dynasty Square Pagoda (Fangta), the site's namesake landmark. • Ming and Qing classical gardens with ponds and pavilions. • Intricate brick-carved screen wall and the Tianfei Palace.
Suggested Route
Enter through the main gate and follow the path to the Square Pagoda
Food & Lodging
then stroll the garden courtyards; allow 1.5-2 h.
Facilities
Nearby Songjiang Old Town offers local noodles and Shanghainese snacks; budget hotels are available in Songjiang town center.
Travel Tips
Dress modestly. Be quiet inside temple halls. Do not point at Buddha statues. Incense is available on-site.
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Opening Hours
06:00-18:00 (summer), 07:00-17:00 (winter)
Getting There
Metro Line 9 to Songjiang Sports Center (or Songjiang University Town) then bus; nearest HSR: Songjiang South Railway Station ~15 km; Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station ~40 km; PVG ~55 km.
Reservation
No advance booking required; on-site ticketing (CNY 12). Online booking via official platform advised.