Shanghai Fuxing Park

Introducing Shanghai Fuxing Park
Shanghai Fuxing Park is located in the former French Concession of Shanghai, China, in Luwan District near Nanchang Road. It was once the largest park in Shanghai. It was laid out by the French in 1909 which is designed in the French style, with a lake, fountains, covered pavilions, and flowerbeds. Early morning, the Shanghai Fuxing Park fills with dancers, card players, mahjong enthusiasts, and tai chi solo and group artists. According to Time magazine's Hannah Beech, it is one of the must-see sights in Shanghai.

Shanghai Fuxing Park Fast Facts
• Chinese Name: Shanghai Fuxing Gongyuan 上海复兴公园
• Best Time to Visit: March to November
• Recommended Visiting Hours: About 1 to 2 hours
• Things to Do: Sculpture, Leisure, Nature, Photography
• Opening Hours: 06:00-18:00
• Entrance Fee: Free
• Address: No.105, Yandang Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai

What to expect at Shanghai Fuxing Park

Shanghai Fuxing Park was originally named Gu's Park, but during the French occupation it became a military encampment. After the French, the Japanese renamed the park "Daxing Park." Finally, in the mid 20th century, the Chinese regained control of the park land and dubbed it "Fuxing Park."

Shanghai Fuxing Park is one of the city's oldest and was originally the private garden of the Gu family residence. It is Shanghai's only French style garden and has a very clear and structured layout. A large number of plants have been added in recent years taking the total to over 10,000 with 140 different species. The majority of which are sycamore trees which make up the largest collection of any park in Shanghai. In Shanghai Fuxing Park, there are also plenty of rarer trees such as Chinese horse chestnut, linden, and liquidambar. The statues of Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels in the north of the park were added on August 5, 1985 for the 90th anniversary of Engels' passing. The statues are 6.4 meters high and weigh over 70 tons each.

How to get to Shanghai Fuxing Park

By Metro
• Take Metro Line 1 and get off at the Huangpi South Road Station (Exit 1).
• Take Metro Line 10 and get off at the Xintiandi Station (Exit 5).

By Bus
• Take bus No. 36, 780, 869, 932, 933, 974, 986, and get off at Chongqing South Road and Fuxing Middle Road.

Additional travel advice on Shanghai Fuxing Park
• The park offers drinkable hot and cold water. Visitors need to prepare their own bottles.
• Nearby attractions: Xintiandi, Huaihai Road (shopping area), etc.