Added: 11/28/2005 |
In Shanghai -multi-cultural metropolisShanghai is located on the estuary of Yangtze River of China. Serving as the largest base of Chinese industrial technology, the important seaport and China's largest commercial and financial center, Shanghai draws the attention of the whole world. Today's Shanghai is a multi-cultural metropolis with both modern and traditional Chinese features.
Originally, Shanghai was a seaside fishing village and in time its gradual development led to it being granted County status on August 19th, 1291 during the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368). Hence, this day became the anniversary of the founding of Shanghai. Today's Shanghai is a multi-cultural metropolis with both modern and traditional Chinese features.
Serving as the largest base of Chinese industrial technology, the important seaport and China's largest commercial and financial center, Shanghai draws the attention of the whole world.
The Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Jinmao Mansion and Pudong International Airport are the modern symbols of the international metropolis while the Shanghai Museum, Shanghai Grand Theatre and Shanghai City Planning Exhibition Center are evidence of the extensive and deep passion of a great city that extends a warm welcome to friends from all over the world.
The Bund (Wai Tan) is one of the symbols of Shanghai. Located along the Huangpu River, the Bund shows an outstanding procession of historical buildings that line the Bund starts here. The buildings are famous for exhibiting architectural influences from around the world, built during the period from 1920 to 1936. According to the Huangpu District government, the Bund area is expected to enjoy a renaissance with new recreation and retail outlets. Shops, restaurants and recreation facilities are planned for this area, changing its solemn hub of banks and insurance companies.
The new Bund with its parking facilities and widened promenade is mostly devoted to people. They come here to do their morning shadow boxing (taijiquan) exercise, take family photographs, stroll with friends and watch the river traffic.
Nowadays Shanghai has become the main commercial city of China, boosting one of the most modern skylines in the world. In the old Yu Yuan district you can still find some traces of Shanghai's glory days in the old streets. Yu Yuan is also a good starting point for a trip by boat on the Huangpu river and a visit to the Yu Yuan market. China is an adventure on it's own. Nowadays Shanghai is mainly a commercial city but tourists will find many little hidden museums and ancient Chinese monuments in Shanghai while exploring the city on foot with many relaxing parks or public gardens all over the place. Shanghai's tourist infrastructure is getting more and more upgraded every day.
There are three key areas of interest to the visitor in Shanghai. These comprise Sightseeing, Business and Shopping centered upon People's Square and along the Huangpu River. The city's Cultural Center with its public activities and community facilities and finally the main Entertainment and Holiday Tourism area located at Mt. Sheshan, Chongming Island, Dingshan Lake and Shenshuigang Area.
Known as "the Oriental Paris", Shanghai is a shopper's paradise. One of the best attractions for tourists in Shanghai is Nanjing Road. Huaihai Road intrigues those with modern and fashionable tastes, while Sichuan North Road meets the demands of ordinary folk. In addition, Xujiahui Shopping Center, Yuyuan Shopping City, Jiali Sleepless City are thriving and popular destinations for those who are seeking to buy something special as a memento of their visit.
A wide variety of cuisines can be found in Shanghai. Shanghai's restaurants are among the finest to be found in China and they welcome diners from anywhere at any time.
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