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  View from the top of Fahua Pagoda
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  • View from the top of Fahua Pagoda
      View from the top of Fahua Pagoda
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  • Geometric symmetry
      Geometric symmetry
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  • Traditional opera stage
      Traditional opera stage
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  • Ceiling of opera stage
      Ceiling of opera stage
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  • View of Jiading town from the top
      View of Jiading town from the top
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Learning More About Chinese Imperial Examinations

Learning More About Chinese Imperial Examinations, Jiading

 ellyse Says:  The Shanghai Chinese Imperial Examinations Museum is housed in the side halls of Jiading's Confucius Temple. The displays are interesting, tastefully presented and the English captions are surprisingly well-written. I'd say this is an off-the-beaten-path gem well worth... 

Praying for Better Results

Praying for Better Results, Jiading

 ellyse Says:  Jiading's Confucius Temple was established in the southern Song dynasty. There're some old Chinese juniper trees in the compound which look rather artistic, and some ancient steles near the entrance.The main hall houses a big statue of Confucius, and on the roof there're... 

Towering Over Jiading

Towering Over Jiading, Jiading

 ellyse Says:  With a history going all the way back to the southern Song dynasty, the 7-storey Fahua Pagoda (also known as Jinsha Pagoda, or Golden Sand Pagoda) is the traditional centre and highest point of Jiading town. It offers a fine view of Jiading: on a weekend I could see plenty... 

A Pool Where Dragons Congregate

A Pool Where Dragons Congregate, Jiading

 ellyse Says:  Huilongtan Park is located opposite Jiading's Confucius Temple. Dating from the Ming dynasty, the pool (Huilongtan) takes its name from the confluence of 5 rivers at this spot, likened to the congregating of 5 dragons. The park itself sprang up around the pool in the early... 

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