[2025 Shanghai Attraction] Travel Guide for East China University of Political Science and Law (Updated Jul)

#cherryblossom25 ECUPL: A Historic Gem Blooming in the Heart of Changning, Shanghai 🌸✨” East China University of Political Science and Law (ECUPL), one of Shanghai’s most historic universities, is not just a center of academic excellence—it’s also a breathtaking destination, especially in spring. Nestled in the beautiful Changning district, the campus comes alive with vibrant blooms, creating a serene and picturesque environment for students and visitors alike. Open to the public, ECUPL offers a magnificent blend of history, nature, and tranquility. During spring, colorful flowers paint every corner, making it the perfect place for a peaceful stroll or a quiet moment of reflection. And when the sun shines over the lush greenery and classic architecture, walking around the campus feels like stepping into a living postcard. Whether you’re a student, a history enthusiast, or just looking for a scenic spot to enjoy Shanghai’s springtime charm, ECUPL is a must-visit. Don’t miss the chance to experience this hidden gem in full bloom! 🌿🌷 #ECUPL #ShanghaiSpring #HistoricCampus #BloomingBeauty

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Spring is a great time to enjoy the outdoors, and the former site of St. John's University in Shanghai (now the Changning Campus of East China University of Political Science and Law), not only boasts a rich history and cultural heritage but also offers a beautiful campus environment and a location near Suzhou Creek, making it an excellent choice for a spring outing. Here's a detailed guide to help you explore the spring scenery of this "Oriental Harvard" and the natural beauty of Suzhou Creek. I. Preparation 1. Timing Spring (March to May) is the best time for an outing, especially from late March to early April. The temperature in Shanghai warms up, flowers such as cherry blossoms and magnolias are in full bloom, and the weather is comfortable for outdoor activities. It is recommended to set off on a sunny weekend morning to avoid crowds and enjoy the tranquility of the early morning. 2. Transportation Public transportation: Take Subway Line 2 or Line 11 to Jiangsu Road Station. After exiting the station, walk for about 10–15 minutes to reach the Changning Campus of East China University of Political Science and Law (Address: 1575 Wanhangdu Road, Changning District, Shanghai). Shared bikes: Cycling from the subway station to the campus is a good option, which is both environmentally friendly and allows you to feel the spring breeze in advance. II. Tour Route 1. School Gate: Enter through the main gate, and the first thing you'll see is the iconic red brick building complex. These buildings, built at the end of the 19th century, witnessed the beginning of higher education in China. Today, as the spring breeze blows, magnolias and cherry blossoms in front of the gate bloom in competition, filling the air with a refreshing fragrance. 2. Central Lawn: Walk along the main road to the center of the campus, where you'll see a wide lawn. In spring, the lawn is lush and green, and many students and visitors sit on the grass to enjoy the sunshine. Bring a picnic mat and take a break here to feel the warmth of spring. 3. Si Yan Tang and the Library: Si Yan Tang is one of the classic buildings on campus, with red walls and green tiles, featuring a British style. The nearby old library is also surrounded by vines and spring flowers, making it a perfect spot for taking photos. Standing here, you can almost hear the voices of students from a century ago. 4. Tree-lined Paths: Several tree-lined paths in the campus are planted with plane trees and cherry blossoms. In spring, petals fall with the wind, creating a romantic scene. Take a slow walk along the paths to enjoy the flowers and relax. III. Stroll along Suzhou Creek A 5–10 minute walk from East China University of Political Science and Law will take you to the banks of Suzhou Creek. In spring, the green willows on both sides and the rippling water create a unique charm. Stroll eastward or westward along the Suzhou Creek walkway. It is recommended to walk eastward to the Waibaidu Bridge. Along the way, you can see the weeping willows swaying gently, water birds flying by, and cafes and shops along the river, adding more fun to your journey. The spring breeze is refreshing, perfect for slowing down and feeling the breath of nature. There are many popular cafes near Suzhou Creek, such as the open-air coffee stalls next to the Waibaidu Bridge, or the artistic shops along the river walkway. Ordering a cup of coffee with spring-limited desserts and sitting by the river to enjoy the scenery is a perfect way to relax. IV. Itinerary Suggestions Half-day tour: Arrive at the campus at 9:00 am, tour for about 2 hours, walk to Suzhou Creek around 11:00 am, stroll along the river for 1–2 hours, have lunch nearby, and then return. Full-day tour: Based on the half-day tour, you can continue cycling or walking along Suzhou Creek towards People's Square in the afternoon to experience more of Shanghai's cityscape.

The cornerstone laying ceremony of懷施堂 (Huai Shi Tang) was held on January 26, 1894. The original courtyard building, constructed in April 1879, was demolished, and its cornerstones were used for the new building to symbolize continuity. The completion ceremony took place on February 19, 1895. The building covers a land area of 3,242 square meters and a construction area of 5,061 square meters. It is a brick-wood structure with 87 rooms. This first major building of St. John's University was overseen and constructed by its American president, Francis L.H. Pott. The construction cost 26,000 US dollars (equivalent to 31,834 taels of silver), of which 20,000 US dollars were raised in the United States, and the rest in China. At the building's completion ceremony, it was officially named Huai Shi Tang in memory of the university's founder, Samuel Isaac Joseph Schereschewsky. Schereschewsky (1831–1906), born in Lithuania of Jewish descent, lost his father at a young age and was educated by a Jewish rabbi during his childhood. In 1854 (at the age of 24), he went to the United States and converted to Christianity. He came to China in 1859 as a missionary. He could read 20 languages and speak 13, and had a deep understanding of Chinese language and literature. He made significant contributions to the translation of the Bible and the Book of Common Prayer into classical Chinese. In 1877, Schereschewsky was appointed Bishop of Shanghai by the American Episcopal Church. Recognizing the Chinese tradition of respecting teachers and valuing education, he advocated for and founded St. John's College. In the early days after its completion, the building housed classrooms, a dining hall, and a library on the ground floor, with student dormitories on the upper floor. The library was moved to Si Yan Tang after its completion in 1904. After the founding of the People's Republic of China, students and faculty of St. John's University, in memory of Zou Taofen, a 1921 graduate, requested that Huai Shi Tang be renamed Tao Fen Building. The name change was approved by the East China Military and Political Committee in 1951. After the establishment of East China College of Political Science and Law in 1952, the building's first floor was used as classrooms, and the second floor as student dormitories. After the university reopened in 1979, the second floor was gradually converted into classrooms. Tao Fen Building is a representative teaching building of East China University of Political Science and Law.

Explore the hidden route along Suzhou Creek in Changning! The sun is finally out in Shanghai this weekend! I went for a city walk around Changning in the afternoon while the sun was still out. I started from Zhongshan Park Station and headed north through Zhongshan Park. I arrived at the Changning Campus of East China University of Political Science and Law. I discovered a small "park" along Suzhou Creek. It felt so peaceful and relaxing. You can sit, daydream, or sketch in the campus. No reservation needed! The lawn and villa in the first picture are on the first left fork after entering the main road. You can show the first picture to the security guard in the park! Don't go too late if you want to catch the sun. It gets dark early these days.

East China University of Political Science and Law, Changning Campus, is the most accessible university I have ever seen in recent years. The walls have been removed, and you can go straight in. East China University of Political Science and Law has removed the walls along Wanhangdu Road, and the century-old campus with its Chinese and Western-style cultural heritage buildings is open to the public. This is the site of St. John's University, with more than 20 historic buildings. Huai Shi Hall (now called Taofen Building) is the main building of the campus, located in the center of the central axis. It was built during the St. John's College period and was named in honor of the outstanding alumnus Zou Taofen. This first completed main building set the tone for the campus. At that time, the president of St. John's University, Francis Lister Hawks Pott, proposed that the architecture of the campus should adhere to the design concept of "preserving the characteristics of Chinese houses, such as the four corners of the roof, all in a curved shape." Since then, the "hipped roof with upturned eaves" style has been applied to almost all the school buildings on campus. In 1899, the Science Building, also known as Gezhi Room, was completed for laboratories and student dormitories. It is now called Gezhi Building, a three-story brick and wood structure located southeast of Taofen Building. Gezhi Building is the first building in Chinese universities specifically used for teaching natural sciences. Siyan Hall was completed in 1904, and Dr. Sun Yat-sen once gave a speech here. The Chinese-style eaves and Western-style body are the most prominent features of the campus architecture. In addition to the architecture, the campus greenery is also a highlight. There are ancient trees and lawns and flower beds. Compared to ordinary parks, the East China University of Political Science and Law campus is full of architectural aesthetics, integrating academics and nature, extending history and youth, combining progress and tranquility, and giving people an infinite sense of peace and beauty.

👀 I accidentally visited the Changning Campus of East China University of Political Science and Law. As a local, I had never been here before! 🏯 The campus is in a great location, in the city center, surrounded by the Suzhou River on three sides, and next to Zhongshan Park! The campus was built on the site of the former St. John's University, with 27 national treasure-level "St. John's University modern buildings" inside, making it a museum of historical architecture. ⭐️ The Huazheng Bridge connects the east and west campuses. Here, you can admire the campus buildings on both sides of the river, full of a sense of age, and see the modern cityscape in the distance. Occasionally, a Suzhou River cruise ship passes by, making it a great place to take photos. ⭐️ The Huai Shi Hall is the earliest completed main building, setting the overall tone for the campus. The Taofen Building is also one of the earliest completed main buildings, a modern teaching building, and a landmark of the school. St. John's College was originally St. John's College, full of elegance. 🌿 The campus has a beautiful natural environment, with good greenery, and the plane tree avenue and large lawn are stunning! The century-old plane tree and ginkgo witness the history of the campus, and in autumn, they are simply beautiful! The garden near the Suzhou River is also unique. 📈 Here is a tour route for you: Suzhou River Trail - Huazheng Bridge - Shuren Hall - Alumni House - Dongfeng Building - Hexi Canteen - Little White Building - Taofen Building - Gezhi Building - 63 Building - Red Building Library - Huazheng Pavilion - Trading Building. 🤗 Here's the highlight! The Changning Campus of East China University of Political Science and Law is now open to the public for free, no reservation is required, just swipe your ID card to visit! 🚉 Transportation is also convenient, with Zhongshan Park Station on Metro Line 2/3/4 and Bus 20 terminal station.

👍With history and landscapes, the Huazhong campus is even better to stroll around than a park. 🗺️【Route Suggestion】 ➡️The Huazhong campus is adjacent to the Suzhou River, and you can enter the campus from any of the three gates along the river. After a tour, exit the campus via the main road directly opposite the archway, and you will find yourself in front of Gate 2 of Zhongshan Park. ➡️The entrance to the riverside walkway is in Huahang Community, through a small gate that leads to the Suzhou River. Follow the riverside path and you will reach Huazhong. 📸【Main Attractions】 ✨Various seasonal landscapes along the river, this season features hydrangeas and long-lasting roses. ✨Upon entering the campus, you will see a collection of old buildings. Shuren Hall — Building 40 — Little White Building — Taofen Building — Gezhi Building — Simeng Hall — Archway — Library — Building 63 — Big Lawn ✨Exit the campus via the main road from Wanhongdu Road gate. ✅The buildings are not open to the public, only the exteriors can be viewed. ✅There are descriptions at each building entrance, which is very nice. ✅The big lawn also has a great view, and it's not crowded, very healing, no less than a park. ✅I also discovered that there are many ginkgo trees on campus, which must be beautiful in autumn, worth another visit East China University of Political Science and Law (Changning Campus)

The 900-plus-meter-long Suzhou River Huazheng section is U-shaped overall, with a pathway that includes ten distinctive scenic spots: Simeng Garden, Gezhi Building, Yizhu Courtyard, Huazheng Bridge, Taoli Garden, Dongfeng Corner, Culture Corridor, Law Theater, Ginkgo Courtyard, and Begonia Garden. One side of the pedestrian walkway is the back of the buildings of East China University of Political Science and Law, and the other side is the Suzhou River. East China University of Political Science and Law was originally St. John's College, which, as the oldest institution of higher learning in Shanghai and one of the earliest church universities in China, now allows you to appreciate the charm of century-old architectural structures without entering the campus. The combination of the riverside channel and the century-old campus offers a view with every step, full of surprises. The first surprise is the zero-distance encounter with East China University of Political Science and Law. Walking on the pathway, although only the backs of buildings can be seen, the historical traces left by each brick and tile still speak of the profound culture and heritage of the university. The second surprise is that we have gained another quiet haven away from the hustle and bustle. The well-arranged flowers and trees, the winding stone paths, and the windows made of bamboo tubes allow glimpses of students bustling to and from classrooms. At the entrance of the Huazheng Trail, there is also a café. On a lazy afternoon, brew a cup of coffee, bask in the sun, watch the people come and go, and you can read or daydream. East China University of Political Science and Law (Changning Campus)

The Changning Campus of East China University of Political Science and Law, which is adjacent to Shanghai Zhongshan Park in the south and Suzhou River in the north, was originally the site of the St. John's University campus. Many of the historical buildings on campus were built from the late 19th century to the early 20th century, with a total of 27 buildings combining Chinese and Western styles, making Huazhong University of Science and Technology an "architectural museum" worthy of careful appreciation. With the transformation of the Huazheng section of the Suzhou River Riverside Trail into a riverside landscape trail, the century-old historical buildings of St. John's University are integrated with the natural landscape of the Suzhou River, providing a great place for urban residents to relax and unwind. Whether you are strolling along the beautiful riverside and the fully widened trails, or walking into the historic Huazheng campus, the buildings that combine Chinese and Western styles allow you to travel back to the past and have a close conversation with history. Especially when standing on the Huazheng Bridge across the Suzhou River, you can see that the red brick and green tile campus forms a wonderful contrast with the modern high-rise buildings in the distance. At present, Huazhong University of Science and Technology has been transformed into the first fully open historical campus in Shanghai, allowing citizens and tourists to enjoy the rare tranquility and leisure in this bustling urban area to the maximum extent, and enjoy the most beautiful public space.

😘After three years, I can finally take my child to visit universities again! 🤓Universities are so suitable for walking with children! 🌸East China University of Political Science and Law is like a park, with beautiful surroundings, various plants and flowers, bridges and lakes, and even swans! 🕍Gothic-style buildings such as various teaching buildings, libraries, and gymnasiums are especially beautiful during the day and night. ⛹🏻Various sports courts: basketball🏀 handball🏐 football⚽️ tennis🎾, and a running track🏃, not only can you take your child to visit and watch college students train and compete, but you can also take them to run and play sports. 🚲The best way to tour the campus is by cycling, because it's really too big. Adults can ride shared bicycles, and children can ride kids' bikes to enter, enjoying the beautiful scenery and campus culture while riding. 🍱The most important task of this campus tour is to mooch a meal! Because the canteens at Huazheng require a meal card, you must borrow one to mooch a meal! This arduous task must be completed by the child, which is also a way to exercise their social skills! 😎But the brothers and sisters in the university are very nice, and the children easily borrowed a meal card, thank you! 🍜Three servings of fish noodles 3*13 yuan, costing 39 yuan! 🍹Three servings of dessert drinks total 14.5 yuan, really good value for money!! 👪Eating, drinking, wandering, playing, and taking photos all day long, Taking the child to Huazheng before June 1st has been a long-cherished plan of mine. Letting the child experience the beauty of the university, and filling them with hope and enthusiasm for the future, should be the most meaningful companionship for Children's Day, right?

| Suzhou River Huazheng Campus Early Summer Check-in Guide! to go on the weekend ✅ The most classic route along the Shanghai Suzhou River is from Huazheng (Changning Campus) to the M50 'Nine Twists and Eighteen Bends' section! The starting point of this route is Huazheng, and in the summer, the Suzhou River bank of Huazheng is filled with a variety of flowers, including hydrangeas, dwarf morning glories, and leaf flowers. Come and check in with Xiao Xi! . 📍Entrance: Near the Jiushi Suzhou River Zhongshan Park Wharf (Image 2) 🕛Opening Hours: 07:00-21:00 (Due to being part of the Huazheng campus, there are time restrictions) 🚇Transportation: Take Metro lines 2/3/4 to Zhongshan Park and walk there 🎟Admission: Free 📸How to check in: Walk along the Suzhou River bank of Huazheng Changning Campus. 🗺Nearby Attractions: ✔️Zhongshan Park: You can also visit Zhongshan Park and exit from Gate 3 to reach the entrance of the Huazheng Suzhou River promenade ✔️Suzhou River Bank: After visiting the Huazheng campus, head east and walk along the Suzhou River bank to Wuning Road Bridge, Changshou Road Bridge, Tianan Qianshu, M50, etc. 🛍Nearby Malls: ✔️Global Harbor: You can also see Global Harbor by the Suzhou River bank (Image 4) ✔️Longemont Shopping Mall (Zhongshan Park) ✔️Changning Raffles City

The university campus is gradually opening up. I have already visited Shanghai Jiao Tong University and Shanghai University of Science and Technology, and coincidentally, while attending an event in Zhongshan Park, I came to the nearby East China University of Political Science and Law. Right at the entrance is a large lawn with century-old trees standing tall among them. The surrounding century-old, renovated historical buildings tell the stories of a hundred years of campus & architecture; in front of each century-old building, there is a detailed introduction and pictures. After the buildings are refurbished, they still serve as office spaces for the university campus and classrooms for students. They can only be viewed from the outside and are not open for entry.

This road not only allows you to enjoy the scenery on both sides of the Suzhou River, but is also open to the current East China University of Political Science and Law (Changning Campus) and the century-old former site of St. John's University. The flower arrangement of Huazheng Trail in spring is very ornamental, with small streams and pavilions for rest, creating the style of Jiangnan gardens. There are also the seven-mile fragrant Pittosporum flowers in this season, which are fragrant~ Along the trail, you can see the eye-catching gray bricks and red brick arches. That is the St. John's former site historical building complex. There will be a detailed introduction in front of the building: Simeng Hall, Gezhi Building, Taoli Garden, Taofen Building, Yizu Garden. The entire campus is a combination of Chinese garden style and Western historical buildings. You can feel the quietness and comfort while sitting on the benches and stone benches on campus. The twin towers of Global Harbor can be seen from afar on the trails here. Looking forward to the time when the leaves of the century-old ginkgo trees fall, there will definitely be a different kind of scenery here. Location: Walk forward in the narrow passage next to Huayang Road Community at the starting point of the trail 🕰Time:7:00-21:0020:45 Only out, no in 🚇Metro Line 11 or 13 Longde Road Station

Traveling in Shanghai - Shanghai St. John's University In the late 19th century, foreign churches founded church universities in China. While spreading Western culture, they also created Chinese-style university buildings. These university buildings from the Republic of China period are still the university's business cards today. On Wanhangdu Road in Shanghai, there is a campus embraced by Shanghai’s mother river (Suzhou River). Its wedge-shaped outline looks like a peninsula on the Suzhou River. It is the East China University of Political Science and Law, which is separated from Shanghai Zhongshan Park by a wall. (Changning Campus) East China University of Political Science and Law (Changning Campus) is the original site of St. John's University in Shanghai. St. John's University in Shanghai was formerly known as St. John's College. It was planned and built in 1877 by Bishop Joseph Edkins of the Episcopal Church of the United States. It was the first modern church higher education institution in China established on Fanhuangdu Road (Wanhangdu Road) in the west of Shanghai after the merger of the Episcopal Church's Geya College established in 1865 and Dunn College established in 1866. St. John's University was one of the best universities in Shanghai and even in the whole country at that time, and it has a history of more than 140 years. There are 27 modern St. John's University buildings that are "national treasures" scattered across the campus, and their main architectural style is a combination of Chinese and Western styles. Shanghai Covenant University is the longest-established university in China. As a church school, St. John's University has enjoyed the reputation of "Harvard of the East" and "a training ground for diplomatic talents" in its 73-year history. The school's alumni have influenced and even changed the history of countless fields in modern China and the world. The alumni of St. John's University are as numerous as stars in the sky, including the famous architect I.M. Pei, the diplomat Gu Weijun, the financial tycoons of the Republic of China, Song Ziwen and Kong Xiangxi, the red capitalist Rong Yiren, the famous writers Lin Yutang and Zhang Ailing, the master of Chinese studies Wu Mi, etc. Shanghai St. John's University, the disappeared "Harvard of the East", once crushed all the famous universities in China and was praised as the only university in China today. Beautiful scenery is not just about appearance, it is more about the feelings that remain in people's hearts. Shanghai, China

Accidentally checked in at East China University of Political Science and Law and the Suzhou River walking section, the old buildings are very tasteful, few people and beautiful scenery, suitable for weekend citywalk, enjoy leisure time😎 - 🚶🏻‍♀️Walking route Huazheng Suzhou River Walkway ➡️ East China University of Political Science and Law ➡️ Zhongshan Park ➡️ Yuyuan Road - 🌟Check-in points 📍Si Meng Garden 📍Ge Zhi Building 📍Yi Zhu Garden 📍Huazheng Bridge 📍Xie Zhi Garden 📍Peach and Plum Garden 📍Ginkgo Garden 📍Begonia Garden - 🚇Transportation: Subway Line 2 Zhongshan Park Station Exit 1, 10 minutes walk 🎫Tickets: Free, no reservation required 🕘Time: 7:00-21:00, only exit after 20:45 🚶🏻‍♀️Nearby play: Zhongshan Park, Yuyuan Road

Walking along the Suzhou River Huazheng Walkway, entering East China University of Political Science and Law for the first time, villas of various styles over a hundred years old, each with its unique style and, the imprint of history is preserved and promoted here; Walking here, slowing down, the profound history needs to be learned, appreciate every architectural style, as well as the ginkgo and plane trees over a hundred years old, this place is worth stopping and staying, a deep academy.

The back door of Zhongshan Park in Shanghai is the Changning campus of East China University of Political Science and Law, located on the banks of the Suzhou River. Its predecessor was St. John's College, built in 1894. The open campus, Chinese and Western-style buildings, and the deeds of scholars such as Sun Yat-sen and Tao Fen and faculty students all show the school's illustrious reputation.

🤗 This year I took my child to many universities, The Changning campus of Huazheng is the easiest to get into! No requirements, just go straight in, it was such a surprise! 👀 It was really a surprise to stumble upon this university, As a local of Shanghai, it was my first time here~ 😘 The Changning campus of Huazheng is so beautiful! Rich in historical atmosphere, very charming! 🌿 The greenery is lush, the plane tree avenue and the large lawn are all beautiful! ~ There are even two huge plane trees on the grass, like a fairy tale! 🏯 The Changning area of Huazheng is known as a museum of historical buildings, With a history of over 140 years, there are 27 national treasure-level 'St. John's University Modern Buildings' in the campus, which are still well preserved! ⭐️ Huai Shi Hall: The earliest main building, which set the tone for the campus! ⭐️ Tao Fen Building: One of the earliest completed main buildings, a modern teaching building, and also one of the iconic buildings of this university. ⭐️ St. John's College: Originally St. John's College, it has a very elegant atmosphere. 👪 The campus is quite large, I took my son for a walk around, and didn't feel cold in the minus five degree weather, because my heart was very passionate! Haha! 👦 My son said: How lucky it would be to study in such a beautiful campus in the future!

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