A few weekends ago we decided to explore two traditional markets in Shanghai. The first one we went to was the Flower, Bird, Fish & Insect Market located in Old Town.
Many stalls full of birds...
An equal amount of stalls full of crickets and other insects for the birds to eat...
We're still not sure what people do with the crickets. We've heard everything from 'listen to them sing' to 'let them fight each other'. As insects aren't really my thing, I probably won't go back...it was a little too many creepy crawlies in one area for my liking. Nonetheless, it was definitely a great one-time experience!
Next up? Dongtai Road Antique Market located about a block away. Somewhat of a flea market, there were lots of mass-produced souvenir items, mixed in with other 'antique'-looking items.
I'm not a very good bargainer, but Nate loves it so we will definitely be back to find ourselves some decorations once we move into our permanent home!
~ Trisha
P.S. For a few more pics from the two markets, go to Nate's 'shanghai [dec 13]' album.