https://uk.trip.com/moments/detail/changshu-101-9858311/
MonkeyPanda3012China
levelIconExpert traveler

Shajiabang, a revolutionary history!

Shangjiabang is located in the southeast of the city of Changshu in Jiangsu province and about an hour drive from Suzhou city. A new elevated highway from Suzhou to Changsu is under construction and expected to be opened in October that will reduce time to 30 minutes. I did some research online about this place and found an interesting anecdote. Shajiabang was part of the guerrilla base, where the local resistance force Jiangkang (Jiangnan Anti-Japanese Volunteer Army), subsequently incorporated into the New Fourth Army, fought against the Japanese Invaders in the intricate waterways of the area. In 1939 more than thirty wounded and sick Jiangkang soldiers led by Commissar Guo Jianguang could not move on with their troops. They stayed in the area of Shajiabang and were hiding from the Japanese and Nationalist troops near Shajiabang. Sister A Qing was an underground agent of the CCP who used to run a local tea shop as cover. With the help of local residents and her own intelligence, she managed to protect the wounded soldiers from the Japanese invaders and Commander Hu and Advisor Diao of the Nationalist forces. Commissar Guo and his soldiers survived all adversities and returned to Shajiabang to wipe out the enemy.  Apart from the historical aspect, you can also enjoy this place for it's wide range of natural elegance including forest, lake, bridges and canals. You will also find local village and street, locally made rice wine and many recreational activities. For a day long family tour, I would highly recommend this place. #shajiabang #wetland #forestpark #historyofchina
Posted: May 17, 2021
MonkeyPanda3012
Monkey&Panda
Miss_Traveler
Kirsty
23 people found this moment helpful
3 Comments
Kendrick
Kendrick
_TS***16
_TS***16
Show more
Submit
23
Mentioned in this post
Destination

Changshu

9311 attractions | 486 posts
China
Details
Related Trip Moments
Sunhoo Scenic Zone

Encounter the Ink Painting of Jiangnan Water Town

CHARLES PIERCE
Sunhoo Scenic Zone

2 Days 1 Night in Changshu! Check in at Yushan City Wall, Shanghu Bamboo Raft, and Red Bean Heart Island

FashionForward
Yushan Cultural Tourism Resort

Travel Journal: A Day in Changshu 🏞️

Xikikin
poi-tag-icon
Changshu

1H from Shanghai by High-Speed Rail|Awaiting the Moment When Gentle Lotuses Bloom in Full Splendor

Jenkins Jacqueline Jacq
Fang Tower Park

Escape the Crowds! A Hidden Autumn Getaway in Changshu

MATTHEW GONZALES
Sunhoo Scenic Zone

Changshu | Lakeside Cycling at the Foot of Yushan Mountain

GaneshGanpatiOm
Hyatt Regency Changshu Kuncheng Lake

Hyatt Regency Changshu Kuncheng Lake: A Luxurious Retreat in the Poetic Jiangnan

KARA WYATT
Changshu Shanghu Huajianfu Yanboli Hotel

The Ultimate Getaway in Changshu! Stay in a Suzhou-style Garden

EnchantedPilgrim77777
Fang Tower Park

Suzhou Locals' Secret Backyard! Changshu's 2-Day Autumn Splendor is Divine

Madelyn_Gonzalez16
Sunhoo Scenic Zone

It's hard to tell that this forest-style industrial park was once a ceramic factory

AmeliaMcAllister90
Reed Maze

Next time in Suzhou, stay at this hotel—great value for an amazing experience!!!

MusicManiac#
Changshu Shajia Huajianting Luhuawan

Changshu Shajiabang Huajian Pavilion · Luhua Bay | Savoring Jiangnan Flavors

Clara Price