This vast concrete former abattoir is one of Shanghai's unique buildings, today converted to house a number of boutiques, galleries and restaurants (though, sadly, none are of much interest). An extraordinary place built around a central core, its structure is a maze of flared columns, sky-bridges (across which cattle would be led to slaughter), ramps, curved stairwells and jostling photo opportunities.


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1. Hongkew Methodist Church

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Dating from 1923, this is the church where Chiang Kaishek married Soong Meiling. It’s generally closed to the public, but the caretaker may let you in.

2. Young Allen Court

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Young Allen Court is a distinctive brick building constructed in 1923. Walk down the side of the alley for views of its three stories and the rear of the…

3. Hongde Temple

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Also known as Fitch Memorial Church, this 1928 brick temple is an interesting structure for architecture fans. It was built in a Chinese style with…

4. Broadway Mansions

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Looming over Suzhou Creek, this classic brick pile (resembling a Ministry of Truth) was built to great fanfare in 1934 as an apartment block and was later…

5. Xishi Bell Tower

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This bell tower at the bend of Duolun Rd is a main feature of the street, right next to the Old Film Café.

6. Shanghai Post Museum

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This museum in the Main Post Office building explores postal history in imperial China, which dates back to the 1st millennium BC. The system used an…

7. Main Post Office

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Overlooking Suzhou Creek, this supremely grand building dates from 1924. It's topped with a cupola and clock tower, and ornamented with bronze statues…

8. Duolun Road Cultural Street

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This pleasantly restored but sleepy street of fine old houses, just off North Sichuan Rd, was once home to several of China’s most famous writers (as well…