A world away from city life while still in Shanghai
Skyscrapers alone do not define Shanghai's skyline. Within about an hour's drive from downtown Shanghai lie many bucolic places you may have never imagined.
Shanghai Daily writer Wang Yong visited two quiet villages in suburban Shanghai on Wednesday. Here are some of the photos he took. If you feel like relaxing in nature not far from the city proper, come and explore a different Shanghai.
A green river in Zhongbu Village, Qingpu District. It's one of China's most beautiful villages.
A boat made of cement is still in use in Zhongbu Village.
People come to Zhongbu Village to row a kayak now and then.
This river in Zhongbu Village is often used for race-boat training.
A fisherman works in a river in Zhongbu Village.
A well-shaded pedestrian path in Zhongbu Village. One can come here for a casual walk or run any time of a day.
A small cottage where kids can play.
A green pond in Zhongbu Village that lies beside a long pedestrian path.
A spacious camp area where you can have fun.
A quiet view of Hemu (Harmony) Village at dusk. Hemu is 7 kilometers from the National Exhibition and Convention Center, and about 20 kilometers from People's Square.
A corner of Hemu Village, where newly furbished farmers' houses sit close to fields.
A mother and daughter walk on an old stone bridge in Hemu Village.
A farmer rests on a swing seat in Hemu Village.
Refurbished farmers' houses, some of which have been converted into commercial outlets, grace the green river that circles Hemu Village.
A book club in Hemu Village
