Offering after-school-education for talented children, Shanghai Children’s Palace makes for a great attraction for you to visit. It is located on West Yanan Road in downtown Shanghai and many children arrive here to indulge in various extracurricular activities related to subjects such as technology, science, art, dance, music, computer science and model making. Many science and technology contests and art performances are held here each year for the children.
Founded by Song Qingling in 1953, the main body of this palace served as an English merchant’s private villa. Its construction began in 1918 using qualified marbles which were brought all the way from Europe and thus it is referred to as “the Marble Mansion”. The unique building features French windows, grand chandeliers, wide curving staircases, marble lined hallways and a spacious front hall which includes ornate fireplaces.
In a way, the palace can be considered as a “spare time school”, although kids get to receive a broader spectrum of knowledge than they do in a conventional school. It keeps kids entertained through fun activities of calligraphy, painting and piano performances. Kids can choose a number of activities to suit their interests.
The palace receives financial support from the government as it is regarded to be part of the social welfare of China. However, many people happily contribute with donations, as it is a place which guides gifted children to become successful musicians, artists and more. Visitors can either pay a regular visit to catch a glimpse of its various classes or attend special performances held from time to time.
As a visitor to Shanghai, you also have many other attractions to enjoy including the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Jade Buddha Temple, Shanghai Museum, Yuyuan Garden, Huangpu River and energetic acrobatics shows. So travellers can expect an exciting sightseeing experience when they visit this part of China.
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