Discover Shanghai’s Retail Paradise down Trendy Nanjing Road
0Having been named among the seven great roads in the globe in the 1930’s, it is truly no surprise that the retail capital of Nanjing has reclaimed its status as Shanghai’s premier shopping street. The retail area stretches eastward from the Bund to Hongqiao, and continues on from People’s Square to Jing ‘a District in the west. Divided in to two quarters Nanjing Road consist of East Nanjing Road and Nanjing Road West both of …
Huangpu River – Enjoying Sightseeing Cruises!
0Branching off from the famous Yangtze River, Huangpu River in Shanghai City is a picturesque natural attraction that is also a popular tourist site. This 114 kilometre long river spans a width of around 400 metres and winds its way to the East China Sea. The well known Shanghai Port can be found at Huangpu River, while taking cruises along this waterway is a popular activity. Sites that can be seen while on cruises include …
Jade Buddha Palace – Home Of The Ancient Jade Buddha Statues
0Situated in the western part of Shanghai, the Jade Buddha Palace is an ancient temple that was initially constructed in 1882. While the temple was destroyed during a revolution in 1911, it was later rebuilt and today houses two Jade Buddha statues of notable historical and religious significance. Apart from the ‘Recumbent Buddha’ and the ‘Sitting Buddha’ that have both been carved using white jade, other attractions here include Maitreya hall and the Zen Tang …
