Shanghai

The Bund, known locally as Waitan, is a historic waterfront strip in Shanghai, stretching for 1 mile (1.5 kilometers) along the west shore of the Huangpu River. This area is […]

Dating from the Ming Dynasty, Yu Garden, also known as Yuyuan, is nestled in the heart of Shanghai’s Old Town (Nanshi). Spanning 5 acres, this classical garden is celebrated for […]

The Shanghai French Concession, a historic district in the heart of the city, offers a unique blend of Chinese and Western architectural styles. Established as a French settlement in the […]

Zhujiajiao, often referred to as the ‘Venice of Shanghai,’ is the best-preserved of the four ancient water towns in the Shanghai area, with a history spanning over 1,700 years. Nestled […]

Xin Tian Di, located in the heart of Shanghai, seamlessly blends the old with the new. This upscale area is a hub of modern and trendy shops, galleries, cafes, restaurants, […]

In the heart of Shanghai, People’s Square (Renmin Guangchang) stands as a massive and central landmark. Surrounded by the city’s municipal government headquarters, a park, and several top museums, this […]

Nanjing Road, or Nanjing Lu, is Shanghai’s premier shopping street, stretching an impressive 3.4 miles (5.5 kilometers) from the historic Bund to Jing’an Temple. This bustling thoroughfare, known as the […]

The Jade Buddha Temple, or Yufo Si, is a functioning Buddhist monastery in Shanghai, one of the few remaining in China. The temple’s main attractions are two jade Buddha figures […]

Dominating Shanghai’s skyline, the Shanghai Tower stands as one of the world’s tallest buildings, reaching a height of 2,073 feet (632 meters) with its 137 stories. Its twisting silhouette is […]

Nestled in the heart of Shanghai, Nanshi, also known as the Old City, is a labyrinth of narrow streets and alleys that once lay within the city’s ancient walls. During […]

The Huangpu River, stretching for over 71 miles (113 kilometers) and averaging 1,312 feet (400 meters) in width, flows through the heart of Shanghai, dividing the city into two distinct […]

The Shanghai Museum, located in the heart of China’s bustling metropolis, houses an extensive collection of Chinese artifacts dating back to the Neolithic period. Spanning 11 state-of-the-art galleries, the museum […]

Pudong, located east of the Huangpu River, has transformed from an agricultural area into Shanghai’s modern business and financial hub. This district now boasts an international airport, the largest park […]

Nicknamed the ‘Bottle Opener’ due to its distinctive shape, the Shanghai World Financial Center (SWFC) stands as the second tallest building in Shanghai, soaring to a height of 1,614 feet […]

The Shanghai Maglev Train (SMT) stands as a marvel of modern engineering, offering the world’s fastest commercial train experience. Using magnetic levitation, the train glides above the tracks, making the […]

Once the tallest building in Shanghai, the Oriental Pearl Tower (Dongfang Mingzhu Ta) stands as a prominent feature of Pudong’s skyline, visible from The Bund. Rising to a height of […]

The City God Temple, or Chenghuang Miao, is one of the main Taoist temples in Shanghai, originally built during the Ming Dynasty. Despite near destruction and subsequent renovations, it remains […]

The Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum, located in the restored Ohel Moshe Synagogue, stands as a testament to the 20,000 European Jewish refugees who found sanctuary in Shanghai during World War […]

Established in 1912, Zhujiajiao Kezhi Garden stands as the largest manorial garden in Zhujiajiao water town and one of the most extensive in southern China. Nestled in a tranquil and […]

Wuzhen Water Town, one of the six famous ancient water towns south of the Yangtze River, has preserved its architecture, infrastructure, and way of life over the centuries. Traditional houses, […]

The Fairmont Peace Hotel, or Heping Fandian, stands as an art deco masterpiece on the Bund in Shanghai. Since its opening in 1929, this iconic hotel, with its distinctive green […]

Nestled in the heart of Xin Tian Di, the Shikumen Open House Museum (Wulixiang Shikumen Bowuguan) transports visitors to 1920s and 1930s Shanghai. This museum, housed in a typical shikumen, […]

The Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hall, located in People’s Square, traces the city’s evolution from a small fishing village to a bustling metropolis. Spanning five floors above ground and two […]

Nestled in the heart of Shanghai’s French Concession, Tianzifang is a vibrant and artistic enclave. This area, known for its traditional Shikumen buildings and converted factory spaces, now houses a […]