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10 Best Non-Touristy Things To Do In Shanghai, China
Shanghai is a coastal city and is the largest city in China. The city is renowned for The Bund, or Waitan, a waterfront promenade in the city’s center with colonial-era buildings lining the way. Shanghai has a fascinating and futuristic skyline which can be viewed across the Huangpu River and includes the Oriental Pearl TV Tower and the Shanghai Tower. For fresh-air fun, visit the Yu Garden or Yuyuan Garden with its traditional towers, pavilions and ponds. The Chinese garden lies next to the City God Temple and is close to the Yuyuan Tourist Mart and Yu Garden Bazaar, popular places to buy souvenirs. The main shopping street of the city is Nanjing Road, which is considered to be among the world’s busiest shopping streets, which represents retailers from all over the world. Should you wish to get more in touch with the city and its residents, consider trying some of the best non-touristy things to do in Shanghai, China. Scroll below to see our top picks.
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8 Handpicked Business Hotels In Shanghai, China
As the world's second most populous city, Shanghai packs inexhaustible energy levels and vibrancies unlike no other city in the world. With top-notch attractions and famous buildings around every corner and unmatched glamour, it's little wonder that the city has been depicted as the showpiece of China's booming economy. Consistently ranked as one of the fastest developing countries in the world, Shanghai has no shortage of industrial zones and financial centers that draw in business travelers from all over the world. If you're looking for a hotel to stay in China for your work trip, look no further. Here is a list of the top business hotels in Shanghai, China, that will get the job done for you.
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Top 7 Shopping Tours In Shanghai, China
Known by seasoned tourists and professional shopaholics as the "Paris of the East", Shanghai is a bustling city whose streets are lined with stores boasting luxury labels. There are also ritzy malls, chic boutiques, energetic plazas, and vibrant open-air markets to keep anybody fanatical about shopping happy. From the lavish stores on famed Nanjing Road to little-known curio shops, if you want to experience some of Shanghai's extraordinary shopping action, the only way to go is to take a fabulous shopping tour. Scroll down to discover the best shopping tours in Shanghai, China, for people who consider shopping a legitimate sport.
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10 Handpicked Day Trips From Shanghai, China
Situated on the central coast of China, Shanghai is the nation's largest city and a global financial hub. Indeed, this city offers the best of China, from the ever famous Yu Garden to Oriental Pearl TV Tower, from Waibaidu Bridge to The Bund, just to name a few. One day is not enough to explore all the wonderful attractions in Shanghai. There are also plenty of destinations near Shanghai that are worth your time. Beijing offers the Great Wall. Xian has the incredible Terracotta Warriors. Suzhou features astonishing canals. With all of these, it would be regretful if you miss visiting such places. Read more in this article and see our list of the best day trips from Shanghai, China.
River Cruise
River Cruises In Shanghai, China
When talking about having a vacation in China, visiting only Beijing without also visiting Shanghai is like yin without yang. While Beijing is the cultural hub of China, Shanghai is the financial hub that also happens to be the biggest city in the country. Have a perfect photograph in front of the iconic Shanghai Tower and Oriental Pearl TV Tower. After, you are welcome to take in the beauty of Huangpu River. Absorb the peaceful atmosphere at Yu Garden where you can enjoy the scenic vistas of colorful flowers and lush trees. For a more vibrant atmosphere, stop by Nanjing Road where you can have a shopping spree as well. Other than all the mind-blowing landmarks and attractions, did you know that you can also enjoy a cruise on the city's river? Here is your guide to river cruises in Shanghai, China.
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10 Best Tours In Shanghai, China
Shanghai, the cosmopolitan city of China, it is a city where east meets west. With its colorful past of the Bund and also heritage architecture that was left by the British and French, Shanghai also has strong Chinese character in its cuisine and local Nong Tang scenes. As China opened up to the world outside, modernity also embraces this city which can be seen at the high-rises and Dong Fang Ming Zhu of Lu Jia Zui. Both modernity and history can be felt everywhere in Shanghai city. Ever vibrant, full of character, this city is worth spending a few days in to understand more. Read on to learn more about the best tours in Shanghai!
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18 Best Street Food You Must Try In Shanghai, China
While most parts of China offer food that is healthy and caters to a very specific taste, the city of Shanghai is a big exception. Offering universally appealing food that is simply sinful, Shanghai’s typically sweet and oily palate is hard not to love. Whether you prefer visiting authentic small street-side vendors or opulent and fancy restaurants, there is something for every kind of foodie. The food scene in Shanghai is one of the most popular in the world. And if you wish to opt for healthy foods or if you aren’t a fan of the oily Sichuan sauce-based fritters, you can try the rice balls, steamed dumplings or the famous tea egg. So if you are planning a trip to Shanghai anytime soon, read on to explore our list of the 18 best street foods you must try in Shanghai, China.
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A Guide To Lupu Bridge, Shanghai
Shanghai is China's biggest city and a must-see on a trip to the country. You may be familiar with Shanghai's futuristic skyline, which features the Shanghai Tower and Oriental Pearl TV Tower rising up over the city's many other skyscrapers. Shanghai is divided by the Huangpu River, and there are 12 tunnels and 10 bridges spanning this waterway. The most impressive bridge in Shanghai is the Lupu Bridge, an enormous steel arch bridge that soars high above the river. It is the second-longest bridge in the world, and it is an architectural marvel that took several years to build. Read on for everything you need to know about visiting this impressive attraction in our guide to Lupu Bridge, Shanghai.
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Dynasties And Shopping Malls: A Walk Along Shanghai’s City Center
Shanghai is quintessentially east that feels very west. In a place that’s overflowing with people and luxury, it’s hard to imagine standing out in this big metropolis straddling the Huangpu River. From kitschy to modern, to a look at its colonial British past, we look at this city with a new set of eyes and discover what it has to offer. The city is hard to navigate at times, especially if you can’t get a decent mobile phone signal and can’t get Google Maps to load. The free walking maps are written in the Chinese language, but, in the spirit of helping visitors, also written down in Pinyin (a conversion of traditional Chinese symbols into easier to understand words). However, navigating around the city is easy with an integrated system of subways and buses.
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Keeping Up With Shanghai: Top 25 Things To Do In The City
The rush of the city is definitely its own charm. Being the most populous city in the People’s Republic of China, saturate yourself in the energy of Shanghai with its cohorts of lively crowds and a never-ending list of enthralling attractions. It’s as if Shanghai has a fast forward mechanism; the striving forward and ripening energy brings everything to its fast-paced nature. But that is why Shanghai is good at everything. With continual improvements made over the past century, Shanghai has found its way to be one of the most popular travel destinations in the world. From moreish local delicacies like the xiaolongbao to Shanghai’s arresting night view of illuminated skyscrapers and reflective river waters, here are the top 25 things to do in the dynamic city. (Psst! If you haven’t been won over, Shanghai Disneyland is somewhere on the list.)
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10 Best Hotels With Balcony In Shanghai, China
A highly urbanized metropolis with a dramatic cityscape, Shanghai is China's largest city and a must-visit destination for tourists. Colonial architecture adorns The Bund, a centrally located waterfront historic district. Families love heading to Pudong district, which is packed with exciting attractions such as Century Park, Shanghai Disney Resort, and plenty of superb dining spots. On the other hand, social butterflies flock to Lujiazui district's vibrant nightspots. There, you'll also find the state-of-the-art Shanghai Tower, which offers a deck and the perfect vantage point to appreciate the sparkling cityscape. If you're the type of traveler who's into accommodations with a view, a hotel with private balconies will surely interest you. To help you choose your stay, browse through this list of the best hotels with balcony in Shanghai, China.
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