Shanghai Race Club, Historical racing venue in central Shanghai, China.
The Shanghai Race Club features a neoclassical grandstand with marble staircases, spacious coffee rooms, and traditional Chinese architectural elements throughout its structure.
Founded in 1850 and separated from the Shanghai Recreation Club in 1862, this institution marked the beginning of organized horse racing in Shanghai.
Between 1863 and 1919, race days became major social events where foreign residents and select Chinese nationals gathered for sports and social interactions.
The former racing grounds now form part of People's Square and People's Park, with the original clubhouse building remaining as a preserved structure.
The club's membership required a unanimous vote from committees, making it one of the most selective social institutions in colonial-era Shanghai.
Location: Shanghai
GPS coordinates: 31.23000,121.47300
Latest update: March 10, 2025 07:11
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