We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

Shanghai Temple Of the Town God (Chenghung Miao)

No.1 Yicheng Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai 200010, China
021-63284494
Website
Update attraction details
Ranked #39 of 505 attractions in Shanghai
Type: Historic Sites
Owner description: Every Chinese city once had its Temple of the Town God, the central shrine for Daoist worship. Shànghai's version dates from 1403 when local official... more » Owner description: Every Chinese city once had its Temple of the Town God, the central shrine for Daoist worship. Shànghai's version dates from 1403 when local official Qín Yùbó, who had been posthumously designated as Shànghai's patron town god by the Míng Dynasty Hóngwu emperor (A.D. 1328-98), was finally honored with his own temple, though it didn't take on its present name until 1929. « less
Write a Review

423 reviews from our community

Visitor rating
    126
    196
    90
    10
    1
Date Rating
Singapore, Singapore
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

First place we visited here was Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao, which is world renowned for their xiao long baos (XLBs/steamed buns). The second floor is for the locals, but the third floor is a tourist trap (beware!). On the second floor, they have a sign in English that dissuades tourists from going there, but actually those XLBs are the... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
River Forest, Illoinois
Top Contributor
90 reviews 90 reviews
11 attraction reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2013

You may think it's for the tourists, but in fact this section is filled with Chinese - many of them from Shanghai,, many from other cities in China. Reading the range of reviews is interesting, because they are all accurate - whether you like it depends on your taste and makeup. Stay away if you don't like crowds, or noise.... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 4 more reviews by Henry F for Shanghai
Singapore
Senior Contributor
27 reviews 27 reviews
11 attraction reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013

Good place to visit for some sightseeing & shopping but pls don eat at the big food court as the quality is very poor & expensive. Even the famous dumplings is not worth Q for as the quality as compared to the some other popular restaurants in Shanghai.

Was this review helpful? Yes 1
See 2 more reviews by Mick059 for Shanghai
Makati, Philippines
Contributor
16 reviews 16 reviews
15 attraction reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2013

I would like to share this experience we had after we visited the place. Just outside the complex at around 7PM, while waiting for the sightseeing bus, a man who was selling roller skates approached us. We bought one pair for CNY20 (the same price with the one we bought at Nanjing Road). We gave him CNY100 but this man... More

Was this review helpful? Yes 2
See 3 more reviews by DCL11 for Shanghai
chicago, Illinois
Contributor
11 reviews 11 reviews
5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2013

There were just people everywhere, but what an amazing experience. Love all the little shop they had to offer. My husband and I went into a small eatery and got some noodles and dumplings. A little hard ordering our food (we deployed a combination of pointing and nodding), but the food was good and dirt cheap. We went into many... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 3 more reviews by Grigoras for Shanghai
Pacific Northwest
Top Contributor
140 reviews 140 reviews
17 attraction reviews
Reviews in 41 cities Reviews in 41 cities
80 helpful votes 80 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 December 2012

Title says it all. Be prepared for crowds, touts and high prices. 10% of the initial asking price should be what your paying to most goods (although sad to say, I would suspect that the opening price will be determined by the color of your skin and how well you speak the local dialect). If you don't get what you... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 5 more reviews by Mattiasdad for Shanghai
Singapore, Singapore
Top Contributor
63 reviews 63 reviews
37 attraction reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 November 2012

Great location for food and sightseeing - great place to take some nice photo. Over price for shopping. Very crowded throughout the day especially weekend. Must visit if you are first time in Shanghai.

Was this review helpful? Yes 1
See 11 more reviews by Skywalker0611 for Shanghai
kuala lumpur
Top Contributor
81 reviews 81 reviews
47 attraction reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
51 helpful votes 51 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 November 2012 via mobile

the main attraction of the temple is actually the shopping area nearby. Wholesale market n souvenir stalls aplenty. Prepare to bargain to as low as 10% of indicated price. All fakes n cheap stuff. Interesting to observe what is available n the intrresting building structures.

Was this review helpful? Yes 2
See 4 more reviews by merc8989 for Shanghai
Canada
Top Contributor
105 reviews 105 reviews
18 attraction reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
57 helpful votes 57 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 October 2012

This template is not a big one but is famous. It is actually pretty small when compared to the same series of temples. You have to pay a nominal admission fee for the temple. There is not much if you are not a Buddhism follower. The attractions are the ancient style alleys, buildings and shops around it. At the back... More

Was this review helpful? Yes 1
Peachtree City, Georgia
Senior Contributor
36 reviews 36 reviews
17 attraction reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 October 2012

This is a review of the shopping area only. Honestly, it was so crowded on the Sunday morning we visited that it was hard to realize there was a temple there. Tons of shops, touristy and less so. It was the first place we went in Shanghai after visiting the walk by the river to see Pudong, so the amazing... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 4 more reviews by PeachtreeMom4 for Shanghai

Travellers who viewed Shanghai Temple Of the Town God (Chenghung Miao) also viewed

 

Been to Shanghai Temple Of the Town God (Chenghung Miao)? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Shanghai Temple Of the Town God (Chenghung Miao), register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

Manage your listing