Shanghai Shengsanyi Church

🚗 Holy Trinity Church, located at No. 219 Jiujiang Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai, was founded in the fifth year of Tongzhi in the Qing Dynasty (1866). The interior and exterior of the Holy Trinity Church are all clear water red brick walls, hence the common name "Red Church". It covers an area of 3500 square meters and a building area of 2587 square meters. The plane is Latin cross-shaped, the facade adopts a high-middle and low-side composition, divided into three sections by three continuous arch colonnades, pointed arch doors and windows, the top is decorated with "round collar" ceiling, and the roof frame structure is exposed. The original outdoor aisle has been filled in, and the bell tower was destroyed in 1966. 🚗 After 1966, the lawn of the Holy Trinity Church was rebuilt into a street heart garden, isolated from the church, and became an important public activity space in the early modern Bund area. In the 1950s, the Holy Trinity Church served as the cathedral of the Anglican Church of China, and the church ceremony still used the Anglican tradition. In nearly a hundred years, the Holy Trinity Church was only for the Anglican overseas Chinese worship, and non-Anglican foreigners had to worship at the Tianan Church. It was not until the 26th year of the Republic of China (1937) that St. Paul's Church in Zhabei was bombed in the Songhu Battle, and Chinese believers were allowed to borrow this church for worship. The Holy Trinity Church also changed from an overseas Chinese church to a city public church. In the first year of Guangxu in the Qing Dynasty (1875), Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom promoted the Holy Trinity Church to the cathedral of the Anglican North China Diocese, also known as "Anligan Cathedral", supervised by the Archbishop of Canterbury. 🚗 It's very close to the Bund, and I also recommend everyone to take a look if you have time. The location in the city center is contrasted with the surrounding century-old buildings, and it is quite a scene. The interior decoration is not as gorgeous as the European cathedrals, but it is a good choice for taking pictures. If you are a believer, you must come to visit. This is the location of the Shanghai Christian Church. If you are not a believer, it is quite good to stroll around.

Strolling along the Bund in Shanghai at night, I've traversed Jiujiang Road countless times. To my surprise, it's equally captivating during the day! Not only does it boast a resplendent church, but it also features incredibly retro streets and offers an excellent vantage point for capturing the Oriental Pearl Tower! I recommend visiting in the morning when it's less crowded~. ⭐Recommended spots: ✅First stop: Holy Trinity Church 📍201 Jiujiang Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai The entire church is constructed of red brick, exhibiting a classic Gothic style. It's particularly striking when viewed from the crossroads! ❤️Currently, no reservation is needed. It's open only during two Sunday services. Orderly queues are formed for entry~ 🕰️Entry times: First service 7:30-8:00, Second service 9:30-10:00 👉Service times: First service 8:00-9:00, Second service 10:00-11:00 ✅Second stop: "Jiujiang Road Jiangxi Middle Road" Bus Stop This stop is very minimalist, featuring only a European-style signpost. However, the backdrop is a historical building with a red brick🧱structure. Replace a few Chinese characters, and you can pretend you're in Europe~ ✅Third stop: Contrast of Ancient and Modern Architecture The entire Jiujiang Road is lined with old buildings, but the backdrop is towering skyscrapers. The juxtaposition of old and new is truly awe-inspiring! ✅Fourth stop: Jiujiang Road/Sichuan Middle Road The "United Building" at the corner is steeped in history, with a rich European architectural style. The play of light and shadow makes it a great spot for photography~ You can even capture a captivating frame through the floor-to-ceiling windows of the building across the street! ✅Fifth stop: Jiujiang Road/Bund Intersection At the corner of the "China Merchants Bank", there's a pedestrian crossing, and historical buildings on both sides. Facing the "Oriental Pearl Tower" against the backdrop of blue sky and white clouds, it's simply breathtaking! ✅Sixth stop: Bund Sightseeing Bus If you have ample time, you can take a ride on the Bund Sightseeing Bus. Turn right at the intersection of Jiujiang Road and the Bund to reach the "Bund Customs House" stop~

The Holy Trinity Church, located at No. 219 Jiujiang Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai, was founded in the fifth year of Emperor Tongzhi of the Qing Dynasty (1866). The Holy Trinity Church is characterized by its bare red brick walls both inside and outside, hence it is commonly known as the 'Red Chapel'. It covers an area of 3,500 square meters, with a building area of 2,587 square meters. The plan is in the shape of a Latin cross, and the facade is designed with a high middle and low sides, divided into three sections by three rows of continuous arch colonnades, with pointed arch windows and doors, and a 'round collar style' ceiling decoration on the top. The exposed roof truss structure. The original outdoor side porch has been filled in, and the bell tower was destroyed in 1966.

Strolling along the Bund in Shanghai at night, I've traversed Jiujiang Road countless times. To my surprise, it's equally captivating during the day! Not only does it boast a resplendent church, but it also features incredibly retro streets and offers an excellent vantage point for capturing the Oriental Pearl Tower! I recommend visiting in the morning when it's less crowded~. ⭐Recommended spots: ✅First stop: Holy Trinity Church 📍201 Jiujiang Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai The entire church is constructed of red brick, exhibiting a classic Gothic style. It's particularly striking when viewed from the crossroads! ❤️Currently, no reservation is needed. It's open only during two Sunday services. Orderly queues are formed for entry~ 🕰️Entry times: First service 7:30-8:00, Second service 9:30-10:00 👉Service times: First service 8:00-9:00, Second service 10:00-11:00 ✅Second stop: "Jiujiang Road Jiangxi Middle Road" Bus Stop This stop is very minimalist, featuring only a European-style signpost. However, the backdrop is a historical building with a red brick🧱structure. Replace a few Chinese characters, and you can pretend you're in Europe~ ✅Third stop: Contrast of Ancient and Modern Architecture The entire Jiujiang Road is lined with old buildings, but the backdrop is towering skyscrapers. The juxtaposition of old and new is truly awe-inspiring! ✅Fourth stop: Jiujiang Road/Sichuan Middle Road The "United Building" at the corner is steeped in history, with a rich European architectural style. The play of light and shadow makes it a great spot for photography~ You can even capture a captivating frame through the floor-to-ceiling windows of the building across the street! ✅Fifth stop: Jiujiang Road/Bund Intersection At the corner of the "China Merchants Bank", there's a pedestrian crossing, and historical buildings on both sides. Facing the "Oriental Pearl Tower" against the backdrop of blue sky and white clouds, it's simply breathtaking! ✅Sixth stop: Bund Sightseeing Bus If you have ample time, you can take a ride on the Bund Sightseeing Bus. Turn right at the intersection of Jiujiang Road and the Bund to reach the "Bund Customs House" stop~