Xichang Temple

Step into Xichang Temple and feel the serene power of this ancient Zen sanctuary! The millennium-old ginkgo tree dazzles with seasonal colors, especially when golden leaves rain down in autumn - a photographer's dream. Well-preserved Ming-era architecture whispers tales of history through its ornate eaves. Pro tip: Arrive at dawn for monk chants, then savor vegetarian noodles - a rare slow-living oasis in Shanghai.