Tag Archives: Shanghai
Shanghai Oriental Pearl TV Tower – Soaring Above the Cityscape!
0Towering above the Shanghai landscape, the Oriental Pearl TV Tower has become an integral part of the cityscape of this dynamic Chinese city. Reminiscent in shape of a rocket ship, the tower soars to a height of 468 metres and can be found in Lujiazui’s, Pudong Park area. Featuring unique spheres, the structure is home to several attractions and recreational sites; at the pedestal area of the site you will find the Shanghai Municipal …
Shanghai Old Street – Journeying Back In Time
0While Shanghai is a rapidly developing metropolis, there are parts of the city that still showcase its traditional side, full of old world charm. Located near Yuyuan Garden, Shanghai Old Street is one such place. Home to traditional and classical structures that date back to the country’s famous dynasties, this over 800 metre long street, lets you step back in time and explore a fascinating part of the city’s past. The eastern section is where …
The City God Temple – The Good Luck Charm of Shanghai!
0Shanghai of today is a city that has much in common with any other modern metropolis anywhere else in the world. It has been at the forefront of China’s economic expansion and has seen exponential growth in terms of both wealth and population in recent years. However, the city still retains reminders of its historical pedigree in the many Chinese temples and palaces that are to be found at different locations in the city. …
