Rendezvous with Scenery in Changning
When speaking of Changning, the followingsentence is always the style of the west area. The west area has been regardedas geographic epitome which demonstrates the spirit and living style ofShanghai. Here, legends hidden in the depth of architectures are readable; varioussizes of stores dotted along the streets can be used for time killing; lakesand pines in the deep of gardens are also the best witness of the past time. Now,let’s enter the audio version ofTourGuide of Changningjointly presented by TimeOut Shanghai and TourismAdministration of Shanghai Changning District, and interpret the most authenticShanghai stories hidden in Changning District with voice.
Western Suburb of Changning——Coexistence of Flowers with Literary Mind
With fresh and open lawns, thousands ofrare animals and plants, “Strange House” in the western suburb with bridge andriver, and exquisite garden villas, the western suburb of Changning hassplendid scenery rare in the bustling downtown with extraordinary taste.Standing here, a unique journey of exploration formally starts: the open Shanghai International Dancing Center extends into thegreen land, just like a butterfly unfolding wings seen from the air, with softcurve full of strength. Xijiao State Guest Hotel of five stars and garden villa style hasvast garden riverside, with boats floating on the water and people traveling ina pictorial world, just like a fictitious land of peace. Adults and childrenwho love nature must be enchanted by a great variety of fantasies in Shanghai Zoo and ramble about the garden to know aboutanimals and plants. Seeking for greenery, appreciating flowers in blossom, thewestern suburb is a place for freshl breath and enjoy physical and mental ease.At the back of green trees stand the ole houses with long history, becoming asecret land in the city rarely known by people. In the past, Hongqiao Road Areawas the resort for merchants and officials after work. There were classic, newclassic and Byzantine architectures, fascinating people greatly. Perhaps, thewestern suburb possesses the most spacious park Greenland in which people canfind green scene all the year around beyond the urban steel architectures, andembrace pleasant scenery, sitting at the bench for a rest.
