Pillbox of No. 7 Bridge, Caobao Road, Military pillbox at Caobao Road, Minhang District, China.
The concrete defensive structure contains observation slots and tactical positions designed for surveillance of the surrounding Caobao Road area.
Built during the early 20th century conflicts, this fortification formed part of Shanghai's defense network to protect strategic transportation routes.
The structure represents a period of military engineering in Shanghai, demonstrating the architectural methods used for urban defense installations.
Visitors can reach the pillbox using metro line 12 to Caobao Road station, followed by a short walk through the neighborhood streets.
The structure maintains its original concrete walls and observation points, making it one of the remaining military fortifications in central Shanghai.
Location: Minhang District
GPS coordinates: 31.15995,121.35640
Latest update: March 24, 2025 21:06
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