The ancient ginkgo tree at Gushu Park in Anting town, Jiading district has a history of more than 1,000 years and offers up a stunning early winter view. [Photo/jiading.gov.cn] |
The millennium-old ginkgo tree at Gushu Park in Anting town, Jiading district, Shanghai has become a popular early winter destination.
The ancient ginkgo tree, which was planted in the Zhenyuan period (785-805) of the Tang Dynasty (618-907), is 27 meters tall and 21 m wide from end to end.
The tree's leaves are turning golden yellow as autumn peaks, attracting many tourists from surrounding cities.
Tips for visiting the park:
Address: No 230 Taihai Road, Guangming village, Anting town, Jiading district
Ticket price: Free
Transportation:
1.Take Shanghai Metro Line 11 to Anting Station (安亭站) and transfer to Jiading No 103 bus to Guyinxing Park Station (古银杏公园站).
2.Take Shanghai Metro Line 11 to Shanghai Circuit Station (上海赛车场站) and transfer to Jiading No 123 bus to Guyinxing Park Station (古银杏公园站).
3.Take Shanghai Metro Line 11 to Jiading New City (嘉定新城).
4.Take Jiading No 67 bus to Guangming Village Station (光明村站).