Sinan Mansions, Heritage buildings complex in Ruijinerlu Subdistrict, Shanghai, China.
Description
Sinan Mansions is a complex of 51 garden-style buildings featuring various European architectural styles from the early 20th century. The structures connect through outdoor plazas and today house restaurants, boutiques, art galleries, and hotels.
History
The complex was built in 1920 during Shanghai's French Concession period and served as a residential area for the city's wealthy elite. The arrangement and architectural styles preserve the structure of this colonial-era neighborhood.
Culture
The buildings showcase European colonial architecture that reflects Shanghai's past as an international trading city. Visitors can walk through and see how people lived and worked in this area during that era.
Practical
The complex is free to visit and accessible throughout the day without reservations. The outdoor plazas are easy to navigate and offer plenty of resting spots between buildings.
Did you know?
The site preserves the original garden layout from Shanghai's colonial period, which is rarely seen in the city today. The five outdoor plazas were originally private courtyards and now form the heart of the public space.
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