Sheshan facts for kids
Sheshan is the name for two hills in Shanghai, China. These hills are called West Sheshan and East Sheshan. West Sheshan is 97 meters high, and East Sheshan is a bit taller at 100.8 meters high. They are a popular spot for visitors in the Songjiang District.
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What's in a Name?
The Chinese name for these hills is Shéshān (佘山). Let's break down what that means!
- The first part, Shé (佘), is the name of a Chinese family.
- The second part, shān (山), means "mountain" or "hill".
Some people believe the hills were once called Shéshān (蛇山), which meant "Snake Hill". But because many people don't like snakes, the Chinese character was changed to the one used today.
Sheshan National Forest Park
Sheshan is part of a large area called the Sheshan National Forest Park. This park is huge, covering about 64.08 square kilometers! It's a great place to explore nature. The park is open every day from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Exploring West Sheshan
West Sheshan has some interesting places to visit at its top:
- Our Lady of Sheshan Catholic Church: This is a famous church with a beautiful view.
- Sheshan Observatory: This is an old observatory where scientists used to study the stars and planets. It's a cool place to learn about space!
Fun at East Sheshan
East Sheshan is home to an exciting amusement park! It's a perfect spot for families and kids to have fun with rides and attractions.
Getting to Sheshan
It's easy to get to Sheshan using public transport. There is a Shanghai Subway station called Sheshan Station on Line 9. This makes it simple for people to visit the hills and the park.
