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Ancient towns: Zhu Jia Jiao Watertown and Qi Bao Old street

Zhu Jia Jiao China, Shanghai, Qingpu, Xinfeng Rd, 美周路36号 邮政编码: 201713 Set between Dianshan Lake and Dian Mountain, it is a famed ancient town labeled as Shanghai's Venice. History for this place dates back 1,700 year.  Getting there is relatively easy from Shanghai city. I stayed near Yu Garden and all we need is to switch to Line 17 at Zhu Jia Jiao Station and walking to the watertown. We choose the lazy option, taking the rickshaw to the place.  I spent the day wandering through the old streets and crossing the numerous bridges.  Donghu Street - Yong feng bridge Daxin Street - Zhong guan yin bridge Great North Street - Qi jia bridge, Cheng huang bridge, Lang bridge, Tai an bridge, Fengsheng bridge (Biggest and longest) Xijing Street - Yong quan street, Zhong long street, Yong an street Resting on the boat  after long walks in the town, we decide to take boat ride to the next destination. But this is a very short boat ride ride, maybe 5 mi...