Zhujiajiao is a water town in Qingpu District, inside the Shanghai municipality, with 36 stone bridges. Wikipedia says it was established about 1,700 years ago, and Shanghai Metro Line 17 has a Zhujiajiao station.
What is Zhujiajiao?
Wikipedia describes Zhujiajiao as an ancient water town on the outskirts of Shanghai. It covers 136.85 km² and had a population of 95,536 in 2017. Archaeological findings date back 5,000 years.
| Sight | What Wikipedia says |
|---|---|
| Fangsheng Bridge | Also called the Free Life Bridge |
| Kezhi Garden | Listed among the town’s sites |
| Yuanjin Buddhist Temple | Listed among the town’s sites |
| Qing dynasty post office | Listed among the town’s sites |
How do you get there?
The town is on the Shanghai Metro network at Zhujiajiao station on Line 17. A private car lets you leave at the hour you choose and avoids the change of lines. The sources we read give no road distance or journey time, so we confirm the drive for your date.
How long do you need?
Half a day covers the bridges, a boat ride and one or two sites. We suggest an early start so that the canals are quieter, and a late return if you want to see the town after dark.
Frequently asked questions
How many bridges does Zhujiajiao have?
36 stone bridges, according to Wikipedia.
Is Zhujiajiao part of Shanghai?
Yes. It is in Qingpu District.
How old is Zhujiajiao?
Wikipedia says established about 1,700 years ago, with archaeological findings dating back 5,000 years.
Sources
Facts on this page were checked on 9 November 2026 against these sources, from official pages where they exist and from the Wikipedia articles named in the list. Hours, prices and access change; we confirm them again before every trip.
