Qibao, Shanghai's closest water town, blends ancient charm with a bustling food scene, featuring artisan shops, a stunning temple, and vibrant shadow puppet shows.
Minhang District, Shanghai, China, 201101 Get directions
"Nearby Water Town with Famous Street Food Qibao, in Chinese, means 'seven treasures'. And a treasure it is. The closest water town to Shanghai , it holds both the charm of an ancient, canal-traversed village as well as one of the most famous food streets in Shanghai. Head to Qibao Old Street for a culinary tour de force. And while you shouldn't leave without sampling the Hai Tang Gao (rice cakes with a red bean filling) or--if your nose can handle it--the stinky tofu, there's more to this little water town than the snacks. Round out your cultural venture with a shadow play show, a trip to the Qibao Temple or even a cricket fight. How to get here: Jump on Line 9 to Qibao Station and take exit 2 to reach the old town. By AFAR Traveler , AFAR Local Expert"
"Nearby Water Town with Famous Street Food Qibao, in Chinese, means 'seven treasures'. And a treasure it is. The closest water town to Shanghai , it holds both the charm of an ancient, canal-traversed village as well as one of the most famous food streets in Shanghai. Head to Qibao Old Street for a culinary tour de force. And while you shouldn't leave without sampling the Hai Tang Gao (rice cakes with a red bean filling) or--if your nose can handle it--the stinky tofu, there's more to this little water town than the snacks. Round out your cultural venture with a shadow play show, a trip to the Qibao Temple or even a cricket fight. How to get here: Jump on Line 9 to Qibao Station and take exit 2 to reach the old town. By AFAR Traveler , AFAR Local Expert"
