Temple Cheng Huang Temple (God - City Guardian)
   Photo: Temple of Cheng Huang Temple (God - City Guardian)

Temple of God - Custodian of the city is a very popular place in Shanghai. The building was constructed in 1403, but a lot of time on fire and destroyed. In 1926, the global reconstruction was carried out of the temple, and he has acquired a modern look. But since 2006, this place can be visited by tourists and the faithful.

The area of ​​the temple, covering an area of ​​over 10 thousand square meters. m., is adjacent to the Yuyuan Garden. Both of these places are designed to silence, harmony and tranquility. Here you can feel the unity of man and nature. Proponents of Taoism visit the temple for prayer and worship.

The building of the church - a big fortress of dark stone, which has a multi-level roof, similar to several pagodas. At the entrance to the temple can be seen 8 to become immortal, and at the gate hanging red lanterns and bears golden characters. Inside the church, too, all done in red and gold color.

Inside the temple complex is the famous tea house. But the territory has long since taken hold holiday fair. These days it is especially a lot of visitors. In addition, all located near the shopping district with small shops and branded boutiques and small cafes where you can eat.

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