Shanghai’s Repurposed Abattoir: A Haunting Yet Trendy Spot for Visitors

Published on 2020-03-27 23:24 With the continuous spread of the internet, many travel destinations h[...]

Published on 2020-03-27 23:24
With the continuous spread of the internet, many travel destinations have gained popularity online, allowing more people to experience the joy of travel and to see the world beyond their doorstep through the digital lens. Today, we will take you to Shanghai, a city known as the ‘Magic Capital’ and a popular tourist destination in China, where well-known attractions include Shanghai Disneyland and the Oriental Pearl Tower. However, we are here to introduce you to a trendy spot in Shanghai, a city rich in modern tourism highlights. This particular spot is a repurposed abattoir turned into a popular attraction, known for its eerie and frightening interior, which has now become a must-visit place for influencers to check in – 1933 Old Millyard. This scenic area is also a creative park, somewhat similar to Beijing’s 798 Art Zone, transformed from old and dilapidated buildings. What sets it apart is its past as a significant slaughterhouse. The creative park consists of five interconnected buildings, which have now become a hub for workspaces, art exhibitions, and coffee shops. However, due to the complex architecture, many first-time visitors may feel disoriented, as all areas look quite similar, akin to a labyrinth, making it easy to get lost.
Duration: 1 day
Time: March
Cost per person: 50 yuan
Travel companions: Solo
Activities: Food, shopping, photography, independent travel, hiking, bohemian, budget travel, weekend getaway
Author visited these places: Shanghai Oriental Pearl Tower, 1933 Old MillyardWhen this abattoir was first constructed, it was the largest in Shanghai. Great care was taken in its architecture. The quality is evident in the concrete frame structures, all made from imported British concrete, and the architectural style is quite distinctive.

It is hard to imagine that such a modern-looking building was once a slaughterhouse. Nowadays, many photographers visit daily to capture the intricate geometric structures that evoke a strong sense of atmosphere.

Visiting this building alone can be somewhat eerie and frightening, especially considering its past as a slaughterhouse. Its dim and ethereal interior is not suitable for solitary visitors.

The most daunting part of the architecture is its structure. After climbing a flight of stairs and making a turn, one finds themselves back at the starting point. This is a small but notable feature of the building. Every step is filled with uncertainty and a uniform architectural style creates an illusion of déjà vu.

The most noteworthy feature here is the suspended glass walkway, suspended eight meters above the ground and covering an area of 600 square meters. It is not recommended for those with acrophobia as the entire floor is made of glass, which can induce a sense of terror. From here, one can directly see the first floor, which is quite an interesting experience.

Given its past as a slaughterhouse, the lighting is still relatively dim. With the deliberately created atmosphere by modern visitors, it feels particularly haunting and terrifying.Are you intrigued by the idea of a creative park converted from a slaughterhouse? If you visit Shanghai, would you consider stopping by to explore? Despite this, many tourists still come to take photos, and even on weekends, street performers come to sing, making it a worthwhile attraction to visit. We invite you to engage with us in the comments section and share your thoughts!