Shanghai Travel Guide

Shanghai Travel Guide

Shanghai, China's biggest and most prosperous city, oozes an atmosphere of vitality, and a dynamic which can rival New York in the United States and Paris of France in terms of modernity. Shanghai is the second largest 'city proper’ in the world after Mumbai.

Shanghai, in the center of China's eastern coastline, is one of China's greatest cultural centers, and has a long history as a trading port and gateway for foreigners entering China. This municipality, under the direct jurisdiction of the Central Government, is the largest economic and trade center in China.

Shanghai's gorgeous night scenery is one of the main highlights that will linger in visitors' minds after their Shanghai travel experience. As night descends, the entire city is lit up by dizzily colorful lights, joined occasionally by the bright moon hanging in the sky. more information about Shanghai »

  • Chinese Name: 上海
  • Chinese Pinyin: Shang hai
  • Location: East of China
  • Latitude: 31° 14' N
  • Longitude: 121° 29' E
  • Elevation: 4.5 M (15 FT)
  • Area Code: 021
  • Population: 19.2 million
  • Time Zone: (UTC+8)
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About Shanghai

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Top Attractions in Shanghai

Yuyuan Garden

Attraction Type: Flea & Street Markets, Flea & Street Markets, Flea & Street Markets,

Yuyuan Garden is believed to have been built in the Ming Dynasty, more than 400 years ago. The exquisite layout, beautiful scenery and the artistic style of the garden architecture have made the garden one of the highlights of Shanghai. Yuyuan literally translated means Happy Garden. It is located in the cen... more about Yuyuan Garden

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Shanghai Shopping

The tower is 468 metres high. It is the highest TV Tower in Asia and is the third highest one in the world.

Where & How to go shopping in Shanghai?

Shanghai is one of the most prosperous cities in the world. Anything you can imagine is available for purchase.  The main shopping streets, Nanjing Road and Huaihai Road offer so many international brand-names; If fashion is not your interest, try one of Shanghai's numerous flea markets. Beneath Shanghai's magnificent shopping malls, departmen...more info about Shanghai Shopping »

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Shanghai Photos

Xintiandi
Shanghai Municipal History Museum
Grand Theatre

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