Qibao Ancient Town is located in the southwest of Minhang District, Shanghai, and was first established during the Northern Song Dynasty. It is a quintessential Jiangnan water town, boasting natural scenery and a rich cultural and historical heritage. Qibao is renowned for its saying, ‘For ten years of Shanghai, look at Pudong; for a hundred years of Shanghai, look at the Bund; for a thousand years of Shanghai, look at Qibao.’ The main attractions include Qibao Old Street, Qibao Pawnshop, Zhou’s Micro-carving Museum, and Cricket Grass Hall. It is open all year round, available 24/7, with specific business hours subject to the day’s opening conditions.
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